Hi , I have a # 49 and I want to rebuild and can't find schematic to order parts , can someone direct me where I can get new drags and other parts i might need ?
Thanks
here you go! https://www.mysticparts.com/PennParts/Penn49L.aspx (https://www.mysticparts.com/PennParts/Penn49L.aspx)
"Edited as per Moderators to correct Scott's Bait & Tackle over to their new store name Mystic Reel Parts / www.mysticparts.com"
Do a search in the Penn section and you will find all the info you need. Welcome to the site, it is great.
John
Before you spend much money on that reel, make sure the spool is still true. The older 49s -- those without the new style black aluminum spools -- did not tolerate mono well and often have warped spools. New spools are available but cost about $30. Also, you'll need to replace the bridge if you change from an older steel spool to a newer aluminum spool.
Quote from: akfish on May 21, 2012, 08:09:37 PM
Before you spend much money on that reel, make sure the spool is still true. The older 49s -- those without the new style black aluminum spools -- did not tolerate mono well and often have warped spools. New spools are available but cost about $30. Also, you'll need to replace the bridge if you change from an older steel spool to a newer aluminum spool.
Bill, that's a new one on me. Can't just put that out and be done with it, can you be more specific on why you need to change the bridge? Thanks! Sal
The new bridges are tapered on the bottom so that the aluminum spools do not hit the the bridge; the older bridges weren't tapered nearly as much. You can grind down an old bridge so that it works with a new spool but it's a hassle and you have to grnd down quite a bit.
Thanks Everyone
Quote from: akfish on May 22, 2012, 02:42:29 AM
The new bridges are tapered on the bottom so that the aluminum spools do not hit the the bridge; the older bridges weren't tapered nearly as much. You can grind down an old bridge so that it works with a new spool but it's a hassle and you have to grnd down quite a bit.
I see, tight tolerance. Thanks Bill.
I've seen a few JVariance kits rub in the past, but it was usually the tip of the screws.
Thank's for that akfish. I am about to fit an aluminium spool to an old 49 and as they say "To be forewarned is----------" ;)