Reel Repair by Alan Tani

Spinning Reel Rebuild Tutorials and Questions => General Spinning Reel Questions => Topic started by: festus on January 25, 2020, 02:46:39 AM

Title: The Compac Daytona II, an Omori import
Post by: festus on January 25, 2020, 02:46:39 AM
Other than color, drag assembly, and a couple differences in a spring and a couple screws, this reel is practically the same as the Shakespeare 2210 I posted a few days ago. However, these pics are much clearer due to the lighter color of the Compac in contrast to the very dark green Shakespeare.  

For a more detailed step-by-step, visit the other thread. https://alantani.com/index.php?topic=30254.0

This reel was cheap on Ebay because it had a partially broken foot.  I took my chances thinking if it isn't fishable, at least there are some good parts left.  I got lucky, someone had filed and "whittled" the foot and left enough that's it's able to fasten good enough to a Berkley rod.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_37_47.jpeg)

I doubt if this reel was used very much.  It definitely hadn't been abused, and most likely the broken foot was an accident.  It wasn't very dirty inside, but needed a lube change.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_39_23.jpeg)
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The screw to the bail kick lever was loose, and I figured it would be a good idea to take it apart and clean.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_52_00.jpeg)

A close-up look at the pinion and bearing.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_52_22.jpeg)

(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_7_05_42.jpeg)

Drag assembly.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_53_07.jpeg)

(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_7_06_31.jpeg)

Reassembling the bail trip assembly.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_55_13.jpeg)

Reassembling the bail components.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_55_36.jpeg)
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Ball bearing, pinion, and pinion cover back in place.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_56_20.jpeg)

Rotor reattached.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_56_56.jpeg)

I like these 3 piece handles.  Fastening this threaded piece to the drive gear keeps the assembly intact without worry of it falling apart.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_58_00.jpeg)
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_58_26.jpeg)

Lubing the tracks the oscillating slider rides on.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_58_48.jpeg)

All innards are now assembled.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_59_14.jpeg)

Fastening handle side cover.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_59_36.jpeg)

One more look before sewing her up.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_6_59_57.jpeg)

Even though there isn't much left on the rear of the foot to operate, enough remained, it fastened down good enough on the reel seat.  This is a 7' medium action Berkley Cherrywood rod.  This reel had some braid from a previous owner that looks ok.  I tied on a 3/8 oz dipsey sinker and cast it a few times in the front yard.  Also pulled out probably 75 yds of the braided line to check it and didn't see any weak spots.
(https://alantani.com/gallery/31/17863_24_01_20_7_00_19.jpeg)
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These Japanese Omori-made reels are built so simple with a minimum of parts and are ideal for a novice into reel repair.  And they're surprisingly smooth, takes no effort to turn the handle.  I wouldn't be afraid to fish these in saltwater either.  They can be taken completely apart in a few minutes, cleaned, re-lubed, and reassembled.  This one is what I would consider a medium size freshwater reel, weighs 10.45 oz. with line.  I wouldn't go chasing big cats or stripers, but it'll do well for panfish and freshwater bass fishing.  They can be found on Ebay for 10 bucks or less if you're patient.
Title: Re: The Compac Daytona II, an Omori import
Post by: jon_elc on January 25, 2020, 06:04:02 AM
excellent post!!  great step-by-step pics, too.
Title: Re: The Compac Daytona II, an Omori import
Post by: Alto Mare on January 25, 2020, 11:28:07 AM
Very nice Chester! The design reminds me of the Penn 720 & 722, but had a better crosswind black.
Keep up your great work!

Sal