This little reel came through my hands, I was never crazy about Lever Wind, but I must say, I really like what I see
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It comes packed with goodies:
Nice set of gears, two bearings, a well designed pressure plug for tension adjustment to control spool speed,
a magnet custom installed and tuned by the factory permanently positioned on the bridge, where it is most effective
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Parts are all cleaned and ready to go back in
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this reel does not need a thing, it will do just fine as is, but i had to put something in there,
a ss sleeve and ss dog
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and a perfect fit
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If some are considering making their own dog, here is what I used. I'm going to recommend not to, its a lot of work.
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here is a pic of the magnet mounted on the bridge
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being that tiny, its very strong
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and here is the finished reel
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I forgot to mention i've also added the new spacer from Pro Challenger
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and of course Sal's handle ;D
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I'm really starting to like these reels, if you guys like them as well, you better hurry up and get some, mine multiply quick ;D
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These are new in the box.
Sal
very nice ''hot rodding '' sal. harryk
Those are great little reels, and it looks like you made them even better.
My dad has one I grew up Salmon, and saltwater bottomfishing with. This reminds me that I have been meaning to service it since I don't think it has been opened since he got it in the 70s.
Too bad one can't just order the magnets for magging some of the smaller Penns. Oh.. wait... I guess you can... part 301-10($16.60), & 301A-10($4.65). Drill and tap the bridge and... Voila... a magged Penn is born.
As always, nice job Sal!
PS I hope this post didn't drive the market up on these fine little gems?
The Penn 10 was my favorite king salmon reel when I lived in Alaska. I think I might have a few SS dogs for them if anyone wants one.
Lee, put me down for a couple if you make them. Those will need to be very close to stock or the eccentric won't work.
I don't know John, maybe I did drive them up a little....now that you've mentioned it. ::) ;D
Quote from: Alto Mare on November 15, 2015, 01:21:52 AM
Lee, put me down for a couple if you make them. Those will need to be very close to stock or the eccentric won't work.
I don't know John, maybe I did drive them up a little....now that you've mentioned it. ::) ;D
I'll look for them, they were all in my 10 and worked. I cut some for the 210 too.
I have 3 of them somewhere. I used to use them offshore for catching bait but haven't used them in years. If I remember correctly the level wind has a plastic gear that tends to be stripped easily.
The plastic gear strips so a finger does not get cut off.
That sounds like experience talking Lee.
Good work Sal. ;)
Quote from: Shark Hunter on November 15, 2015, 06:27:53 PM
That sounds like experience talking Lee.
Good work Sal. ;)
Not me but I've seen it happen a few times.
I love these. I'll still use the 10's for livebaiting stripers and the 210's for downrigging.
Sal, where can get those trick handles?
Adam makes them. Three Se7ens.
He has his own spot on here.
Motive Fabrication. The maker of the inserts and many other goodies.
Ahhhhhh noted.... Thanks!!!
I'm not going to go there, but I wonder if any Tib frames would work. Remove the levelwind of course.
Sort of a magged Surfmaster / Squidder sort of thing.
Sal, thanks. Two questions: 1) Does a brass dog wear out fast on an SS sleeve? I ask because I'm putting an SS sleeve on my Squidder. 2) Is there a replacement bar available for removing the levelwind? Thanks again.
Update April 2018: Bar to replace the level-wind: http://alantani.com/index.php?topic=25045.0
Great job Sal 8) Looks like you reduced the gap between Alan knob shank and the SS arm :)
Marc..
I love these little reels...congrats Sal on making yours even better! I prefer a levelwind for most of my fishing. As I'm a river fisherman, super long casts just land on the opposite bank...LOL! A jigmaster/squidder/surfmaster reguires a heavy thumb to control distance. That levelwind helps keep skin on my thumb! ;D
Quote from: Decker on May 19, 2016, 03:49:46 PM
Sal, thanks. Two questions: 1) Does a brass dog wear out fast on an SS sleeve? I ask because I'm putting an SS sleeve on my Squidder. 2) Is there a replacement bar available for removing the levelwind? Thanks again.
Here is a pic of the spacer bar that I made a few years ago for one of my Mag 10's. Got the idea from a thread on the Eastern Coast stripers forum. Don't remember the fellas name but he was knowledgeable and he also mentioned that if you remove the level wind that you will need a second magnet because it was real fast.
Quote from: hurt locker on June 30, 2016, 06:16:43 PM
Here is a pic of the spacer bar that I made a few years ago for one of my Mag 10's. Got the idea from a thread on the Eastern Coast stripers forum. Don't remember the fellas name but he was knowledgeable and he also mentioned that if you remove the level wind that you will need a second magnet because it was real fast.
I'd say yes, unless you're a very accomplished caster removing the levelwind assembly will necessitate another magnet. What you'll have then is a 4:1 geared Squidder 146, the reel everyone keeps asking for! 8)
Love my 10's and I think that was a 210 you showed Mo; if you ever don't want it pm me.
John
Quote from: mo65 on June 30, 2016, 08:15:20 PM
Quote from: hurt locker on June 30, 2016, 06:16:43 PM
Here is a pic of the spacer bar that I made a few years ago for one of my Mag 10's. Got the idea from a thread on the Eastern Coast stripers forum. Don't remember the fellas name but he was knowledgeable and he also mentioned that if you remove the level wind that you will need a second magnet because it was real fast.
I'd say yes, unless you're a very accomplished caster removing the levelwind assembly will necessitate another magnet. What you'll have then is a 4:1 geared Squidder 146, the reel everyone keeps asking for! 8)
They cast far enough for me just like they are. If I ever need a reel to reach out further then I will remove the level wind and put the spacer in. I have both 10's and 210's but have been using the 210's for lead core. Might consider putting the 210's on Tiger rods for Blue Cats. Have the 10's on Channel Cat rods for Lake Erie. Work great.
By the way Sal, Beautiful Job and thanks for all the info and Pics.
Quote from: thorhammer on June 30, 2016, 08:18:05 PM
Love my 10's and I think that was a 210 you showed Mo; if you ever don't want it pm me.
If you're referring to that post I made in the "show your collection" thread...yes...that's a 210. I'm in the process of hopping it up now. There's also a Mag 10 in that pic...bottom right.
Quote from: Keta on November 15, 2015, 02:20:43 AM
I'll look for them, they were all in my 10 and worked. I cut some for the 210 too.
I'd be interested in one of those 210 dogs if you still have them.
Quote from: Decker on May 19, 2016, 03:49:46 PM
Sal, thanks. Two questions: 1) Does a brass dog wear out fast on an SS sleeve? I ask because I'm putting an SS sleeve on my Squidder. 2) Is there a replacement bar available for removing the levelwind? Thanks again.
Sorry Decker, I never saw your question.
I would say the brass dog wears at the same rate on the stainless steel gear sleeve and a brass sleeve. A stainless steel dog and sleeve would be a good option.
I believe others have answered your other question on removing the levelwind.
Thanks guys!
The 10 is a nice little reel.
Sal
Quote from: mo65 on June 30, 2016, 08:15:20 PM
Quote from: hurt locker on June 30, 2016, 06:16:43 PM
Here is a pic of the spacer bar that I made a few years ago for one of my Mag 10's. Got the idea from a thread on the Eastern Coast stripers forum. Don't remember the fellas name but he was knowledgeable and he also mentioned that if you remove the level wind that you will need a second magnet because it was real fast.
I'd say yes, unless you're a very accomplished caster removing the levelwind assembly will necessitate another magnet. What you'll have then is a 4:1 geared Squidder 146, the reel everyone keeps asking for! 8)
I agree that this is probably better than a Squidder 146. Adding a magnet should be a cinch. Who can make a batch of bars?? :D