Hi, my question is what is the part # for a 10-66 star with the indention on one side? Or even the reel that it comes stock on and i can look it up. Or is there even such a creature? Or maybe someone knows the largest (diameter) star that has the indention?
thank-you
Hi FH --
The 66 is used on the 66 - 67 - 68 Long Beaches.
You could substitute a 10-49 which has the indentation -- same size as the 10-66.
Just tried it on a 68 -- and it fits the sleeve just fine.
There is a potential problem when cranked down to full lock -- the indented star impacts the top of the bearing.
This can be solved by using a spacer that is 1/16" longer, an additional drag washer, or heavier spring washer.
But since the tolerance space inside the sideplate is limited -- my choice would be the slightly longer spacer.
There are possibly other stars that might work -- but this will work for sure.
Best,
Fred
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Mr. Fred,
What is the largest drag star to fit the small sleeves?
Keith
Wow, Mr. fred you are the star man! I use long sleeves (bp) and these stars seem to work better. Thanx-a-ton!
Keith,
I think the 66 size is the largest -- the 49 is the same star, except with the indentation.
This is a fairly unique size -- fits 66, 67, 68 -- the larger Long Beaches.
Like you said, the limiting factor is the sleeve diameter -- unless you go custom from one of our parts fabricators like 777 or Tom.
I always prefer a larger star for better leverage and control when a good fish is on.
Could be others that will fit -- but the sleeve size limits any of the larger Senators, or even the 349 Master Mariner -- because their sleeves are heavier with a larger diameter.
Best,
Fred