I recently acquired a 331n that was set up as left-hand retrieve (?) where the handle is on the working right side of the reel. I cast with my right hand and would like the handle on the left side. I had thought this was an easy switch in configuration where the oscillating arm is screwed into an attachment block to the shaft, but I found that it is a solid one-side only affair. I'm not having luck finding the correct arm, and am wondering if there are other Quick models where that/those part/s would fit on the 331n.
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Right, DL —
That part is common and the same in a 330N, 331N, 440N, & a 441N.
Here is the new correct slide to install — making the handle crank from the left side of the reel.
If you want it — $5 + $4 shipping in a padded mailer.
Best,
Fred
Wow that was fast. Sorry I wasn't back so soon. Thanks for the info and the offer. PM sent. No wonder I couldn't find any parts -- they're all there with you! ;D
Any suggestion on schematic diagram for this reel?
Here you are, David —
331N Schematic & other "N's".
Best,
Fred
Thanks Fred. I thoroughly cleaned the parts and found no problems except the drag knob is cracked, but that is not yet a problem as it is solid and holding -- I'll worry about that another day. I used your photo of the manual, cropped it to the diagrams, and printed it for reference. That and photographs along the way. That's how I learn a new reel.
The reel is now functioning as right hand (handle on left side). Smooth. The rotor is a bit out of balance but I think that is common to the brands of that time. I haven't figured out what line I want, but it is still too cold here to fish. Thinking maybe a 10lbs-diameter braid/superline.
The 331N is a keeper. It's faster retrieve can be a blessing in some cases. For fishing 10 - 40 line they work very well. They make great reels for the new to well seasoned fisherman or woman. I will never be with out a 330N or 331N. I may not fish it as frequently as some other reels I own but it has earned a permanent spot among my other Catfish gear... Jeff
Quote from: dlrider on January 10, 2021, 06:19:07 PM
Thanks Fred. I thoroughly cleaned the parts and found no problems except the drag knob is cracked, but that is not yet a problem as it is solid and holding -- I'll worry about that another day. I used your photo of the manual, cropped it to the diagrams, and printed it for reference. That and photographs along the way. That's how I learn a new reel.
You won't have to worry about the drag knob another day, David —
Got a new one in an envelope — and addressed to go out tomorrow to Manassas, Virginia.
N/C.
Reels just gotta be right —
Best, Fred
;D Well how about that. Thank you very much, Fred. I look forward to it.
Is it that older plastic shrinks (I'm thinking off-gassing some chemical) and the internal metal parts don't, so something has to give.
Quote from: dlrider on January 13, 2021, 10:11:26 PM
;D Well how about that. Thank you very much, Fred. I look forward to it.
Is it that older plastic shrinks (I'm thinking off-gassing some chemical) and the internal metal parts don't, so something has to give.
No, plastic is just always the first thing to break on a reel.
Gets brittle over time, dropped, banged around, etc..
The previous series of (7) DAM Quick reels — prior to the "N" series — have painted metal drag knobs.
Knob was mailed Monday — you should get it today, or soon.
Best,
Fred