Hey Lee,
Been noticing that there really isn't an after market set of Handle Arm and Star that incorporate a bend in them.
This is the latest from Daiwa for an example:
(http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii261/haugusnord/P1060381-copy_zps5ytkab23.jpg) (http://s266.photobucket.com/user/haugusnord/media/P1060381-copy_zps5ytkab23.jpg.html)
Notice the bend in the arm that reduces the leverage (effectively narrowing the reel) and how the star is formed to accommodate the bend etc. It makes a real difference when cranking under load.
Food for thought and a possible "Next Generation" in aftermarket cranks.
best
I tried but my equipment is not strong enough to do this.
Quote from: Keta on May 11, 2015, 08:57:27 PM
I tried but my equipment is not strong enough to do this.
I can believe it...need a serious press to but that bend in those arms. :(
Ive bent 3/8" stainless on my 20 ton press, so something like this should have no problem with handles. Just need a set of dies: http://www.harborfreight.com/6-ton-a-frame-bench-shop-press-1666.html
My press is a 10T, it bent them but I was never happy with the results.
I do not want to hijack the thread, but is that a new star drag Daiwa Saltiga pictured?
Is that a Japan only model, or future domestic release?
Quote from: sundaytrucka on May 17, 2015, 06:54:26 PM
I do not want to hijack the thread, but is that a new star drag Daiwa Saltiga pictured?
Is that a Japan only model, or future domestic release?
I believe that is the next Gen Saltiga to be sold here eventually.
That looks to be a seriously beautiful piece of machinery, as was the previous generation, but I don't know about reel bearings that can't be serviced. Thank goodness it is out of my price range.
Bearings that cant be serviced? Blasphemy.....Wouldn't own such a reel. No matter how good it may be.