Had trouble taking the handle screw cap on a few Daiwa reels. Is there a tool out there for this? Distance between holds is 5/16 center to center. You can zoom in on the handle end in the link below.
https://www.amazon.ca/Daiwa-LX-HD300H-P-Lexa-Baitcasting-6CRBB/dp/B07VGVC9YJ/ref=asc_df_B07VGVC9YJ/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=459514535684&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17212504818255327441&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000694&hvtargid=pla-888221293871&th=1&psc=1
Thanks all
LL
It`s called a pin spanner wrench . You can easily make one or look here . https://www.amazon.com/pin-spanner-wrench-set/s?k=pin+spanner+wrench+set
Great and thanks. I think I'll make one
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Another thought , you might be able to use your snap ring pliers in a pinch .
https://www.amazon.com/Alltrade-941456-Combo-Switch-Pliers/dp/B07M87HNXH/ref=sr_1_23?_encoding=UTF8&c=ts&keywords=Snap-Ring+Pliers&qid=1642478500&s=power-hand-tools&sr=1-23&ts_id=553326
Quote from: oldmanjoe on January 17, 2022, 10:47:22 PM
Another thought , you might be able to use your snap ring pliers in a pinch .
I've used snap ringers, but I have angled sets of mini and small diameter needle noses that I usually use. Have to be careful not to let them pop out, though.
There's a couple of interesting sets on that Amazon link.
Quote from: oldmanjoe on January 17, 2022, 10:47:22 PM
Another thought , you might be able to use your snap ring pliers in a pinch .
https://www.amazon.com/Alltrade-941456-Combo-Switch-Pliers/dp/B07M87HNXH/ref=sr_1_23?_encoding=UTF8&c=ts&keywords=Snap-Ring+Pliers&qid=1642478500&s=power-hand-tools&sr=1-23&ts_id=553326
That's what I've been using but came across one that will not come off and thought I should get the proper tool.
I bought an adjustable spanner wrench. I am convinced they are perminately fixed. I couldnt get it for the life of me. Anyone else run into this as well?
Reminds me of wheels i had on my truck. Thet were security torques. Later I found it was just for looks.
Quote from: Lunker Larry on January 16, 2022, 07:12:33 PM
Had trouble taking the handle screw cap on a few Daiwa reels. Is there a tool out there for this? Distance between holds is 5/16 center to center. You can zoom in on the handle end in the link below.
https://www.amazon.ca/Daiwa-LX-HD300H-P-Lexa-Baitcasting-6CRBB/dp/B07VGVC9YJ/ref=asc_df_B07VGVC9YJ/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=459514535684&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17212504818255327441&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000694&hvtargid=pla-888221293871&th=1&psc=1
Thanks all
LL
If you NEED a tool like that very often as in 4 or 5 times an hour then spend some Bux and get a Proper Tool otherwise put a couple of same size Drift Punches in the holes or Finishing Nails then set them in a vise and you have you an adjustable STABLE REMOVAL THINGA MA JIGGER A BOB.
Now that's an idea! Thanks Bob
It should be reverse threads on a right-handed reel. That prevents the screw from loosening when you crank the handle under load.
Hi LL, has anyone explained to you that you remove the screw, then take the locking plate of, then as Steve said, it could be left hand thread or right, a good quality shifter should do it, or a ring spanner, cheers Don.
It's the cap on the end of knob. I remove them all the time usually. It's not fastened to the handle.
Daiwa provides a tool in the reel box to remove the knob cap. The knob is made by Winn who also makes the tool.
This I'll have to look into. Never came across anything like that when provided a reel with the box.
Thanks
I made a tool like this by filing the tips of an old pair of needle-nose pliers. You can then carefully bend the tips to the proper angle. Works great, $0 spent. ;D
Hmmm, the Lexa has gone from $200+, to $300+ in about 7 years. Wondering if the quality has gone-up or down... Prolly has more features now.
Quote from: Gfish on May 05, 2022, 02:46:12 PMHmmm, the Lexa has gone from $200+, to $300+ in about 7 years. Wondering if the quality has gone-up or down... Prolly has more features now.
The latest one has been heavily jazzed up, including t wing for both musky guys and the low profile saltwater craze. I have the 300WN but now relegate it to backup replacing it with the new Tatula 300.
Quote from: Gfish on May 05, 2022, 02:46:12 PMHmmm, the Lexa has gone from $200+, to $300+ in about 7 years. Wondering if the quality has gone-up or down... Prolly has more features now.
They are a very nice reel. I've owned both the older 300 and a newer Lexa HD 300HS-P. Drag performance is exceptional and frankly excessive for a reel that size, good cast control, nice handle for a reel that size, and they have proven reasonably robust. The 300HS-P is starting to feel just a little bit geary but it has been fished weekly for maybe 2 years now with a total of one comprehensive service and has caught several fish that had no place being landed by a 300-sized baitcaster.
The newer one looks/feels (in the shop) even better, but it has become a seriously expensive reel rather than a strong mid-priced model.
boon. The older Lexa's had an issue with the AR pawl. You said your reel was feeling Geary. I'd open it up and check the pawl. 20190905_104255.jpg
Good intel, thanks. I'll pop the side off and check it.