Hi guys,
I had the priviledge to do a pre-use service on 2 of these reels and must say, i think Penn got it right on the Squalls 30 and larger. I'm speaking of right handed reels. the left handed reels are opposite. Pull the schematics.
https://www.mysticparts.com/PennParts/Conventional.aspx#Squall (https://www.mysticparts.com/PennParts/Conventional.aspx#Squall)
You will see that penn has added a thrust bearing in the spool and another thrust bearing in the right side plate to handle the side load...or now there is no side load. They also added a spool bearing sleeve. These reels, opened bearings, will probably case a mile (figuratively).
I wish I took some pics...maybe next time. But if any of you have one and is willing to open her up, check it out. Awesome reel. I wonder if Penn would consider making them in a aluminum frame.
"Edited as per Moderators to correct Scott's Bait & Tackles old online store over to their new store name Mystic Reel Parts / www.mysticparts.com"
Mahalo for the report. Only hear good things about this reel, specifically the 60. I got 2, think I'm gonna pick up another. Any other comments appreciated. Aloha
Quote from: jaybri on July 08, 2012, 05:57:19 AM
Mahalo for the report. Only hear good things about this reel, specifically the 60. I got 2, think I'm gonna pick up another. Any other comments appreciated. Aloha
No probs bradah. I am still worried about the use of the graphite frame. The difference is there are additional stress members, and only time will gell if it will withstand the pressures.