Some of you know I have a 3.5 yo Grandson.
This little guy came along when I was at an all time low in my life.
He figuratively and Miss Mari believes, literally saved my life.
He started fishing with me as soon as he could hold a rod, about 2 years old.
He adopted his Daddy's, my 24 yo sons, first rod and reel and since this little combo has never been torn down and serviced I thought "Why Not?"
So here it is "The Tazmanian Devil Special" Which just happens to describe both my Son and my Grandson to a T.
As you can see in the third pic this baby has endured being used and abused.
I actually took it apart outside and dumped about a half a pound of sand in my driveway.
I guess that's what happens when you throw a rod and reel into 4 foot surf at Scotts Beach!
In these next couple of pics you see not only the sand but the dreaded hardened brown grease and because I don't know the chemical makeup of the plastic I am going to just use Simple Green and hot water to do the clean up.
Great lookin little guy there, you have a wonderful opportunity there and from your words I can see you are enjoying him immensely. God Bless!
Now we see the disassembled reel and various components.
Surprisingly little wear or corrosion. The internal metal parts were well coated with hard grease.
A liberal spray of The Green and a hot water bath.
It is hard to see but in the pic of the spool it looks like the rim is abraded but this is actually a little furry strip glued to the spool that helps to control the line when casting out.
Make sure when you service these little spincast reels that you wash this area well with warm water as the fur tends to trap fine sand.
I used Cals throughout as I didn't know if the Yamaha Blue or TSI 321 would harm the plastic.
A good coat on all parts including the single drag washer!
Don't forget a little dot of grease in the interior of the release trigger and the spring and pin of the take-up spool.
And Wallahh! My first tutorial!
Drag is much smoother and it doesn't feel like half of Scotts beach is inside when reeling line in!
Quote from: Reel 224 on June 10, 2015, 03:39:23 PM
Great lookin little guy there, you have a wonderful opportunity there and from your words I can see you are enjoying him immensely. God Bless!
Thanks, This little kid will entertain you and will have you belly laughing and crying tears .
He is my little buddy.
Hey, Jon --
He is close to the age to step up to a little better rod and reel.
When you feel it is appropriate -- bring him over, and we will let him pick out a rod and reel with your guidance that he will have all his life.
Always glad to start kids out with a rod, reel, and tackle box full of wonders.
Best,
Fred
This is our future gentleman and what we do for them in teaching the sport of fishing is one of life's great experiences. I have to smile at the great things people are doing here for there future. ;D
Quote from: foakes on June 10, 2015, 04:33:21 PM
Hey, Jon --
He is close to the age to step up to a little better rod and reel.
When you feel it is appropriate -- bring him over, and we will let him pick out a rod and reel with your guidance that he will have all his life.
Always glad to start kids out with a rod, reel, and tackle box full of wonders.
Best,
Fred
Thanks Fred, Your generosity never fails to amaze me. Thank you as always. He carry's that little Medalist copy around the cabin like a trophy!
He got into my fly tying tackle box a week ago, My Lord what a mess.....
Quote from: Reel 224 on June 10, 2015, 04:59:46 PM
This is our future gentleman and what we do for them in teaching the sport of fishing is one of life's great experiences. I have to smile at the great things people are doing here for there future. ;D
Sean learned to say "Please and Thank you" before Mommy and Daddy.
My daughter in law is a great Mom.
Fred, what a great offer for the young boy. I think we could all take a few lessons from you. You are the BEST!!!
...............Lou
Agreed Lou.
Fred has indeed touched us all with his generosity. There are many others here that have the same spirit of help and giving as well, that's what makes this community so great to be a part of.