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Title: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Chris Gatorfan on October 04, 2013, 12:07:18 PM
I have been to the Tiburon site and Accurate site with no success at finding a frame and spool upgrade kit for my Penn 9/0. I am trying to do a 100% upgrade minus the as gear since its not in production yet. Any body know where i can find these kits. Couldn't even find any on eBay.
Thanks guys,
Chris
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: akfish on October 04, 2013, 12:44:17 PM
They haven't been mad for several years, so your best bet is probably to keep checking on eBay...
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Dr. Jekyll - AKA MeL B on October 04, 2013, 01:16:54 PM
and craigslist...
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Shark Hunter on October 04, 2013, 01:28:46 PM
I just saw a Silver Accurate frame go for $250 on ebay. You could buy two 9/0's or even a 12/0 for that price.
They are not worth it to me.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Silver-Accurate-Penn-9-0-Frame-with-Box-and-Clamp-boss-atd-/140747220525?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20c530262d
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: saltydog on October 04, 2013, 02:16:33 PM
Just get some of the ss frame posts off of fleabay and ss screws that will stiffen the reel considerable, I am trying to get a machinist in my area to make a ss reel foot to match them but have to wait till he has time.
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Ron Jones on October 04, 2013, 07:52:30 PM
Quote from: saltydog on October 04, 2013, 02:16:33 PM
Just get some of the ss frame posts off of fleabay and ss screws that will stiffen the reel considerable, I am trying to get a machinist in my area to make a ss reel foot to match them but have to wait till he has time.

So this, I have not heard before. Has anyone done any testing or compiled anecdotal evidence from fishing that demonstrates the stainless posts increase reel stiffness? I like them because they sure are pretty but I don't see how they increase strength.

If you do have any evidence, please share. I am litterally waiting on the edge of my seat.

Ron
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: saltydog on October 05, 2013, 12:11:40 AM
I have done a friends reel with a 7 stack drag system and over this summer he has had no problems running at 30# of drag. I am doing another in the next couple of weeks so when I get it done I will do a little testing and post it.
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Ron Jones on October 05, 2013, 01:36:15 AM
Cool,
Sal had a stand fail at 22 pounds or so with standard posts, so I guess that's anecdotal evidence that their is a benefit. I think I'll start using them.

Ron
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Alto Mare on October 05, 2013, 03:20:13 AM
Quote from: noyb72 on October 05, 2013, 01:36:15 AM
Cool,
Sal had a stand fail at 22 pounds or so with standard posts, so I guess that's anecdotal evidence that their is a benefit. I think I'll start using them.

Ron
Yes it did, but that was a 4/0 wide. It will take way more force on the 9/0 :-\.
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Shark Hunter on October 05, 2013, 04:07:07 AM
So you agree with Salty on this Sal? I know more Stainless is always a good thing. Just gets a little expensive. Stainless posts and screws make a Senator more Rigid? Where do you get stainless screws that fit the bigger senators that will still look original?
If we can get a stainless stand in the works for the 116A, I think that would be Money! :P
I won't need any anecdotal evidence. ;)
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Ron Jones on October 05, 2013, 04:57:03 AM
Most everything I have does not look pretty on the outside (except all the girls!!), but all my reels fish hard. Even in high school, my 68 Mustand tore up the rode but if you looked at it in the parking lot you'd think I need a tow truck.

Ron
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Shark Hunter on October 05, 2013, 05:23:22 AM
I'm just ribbing you Ron. ;)
Its all good Buddy! We are all friends here. ;D
68 Stang, Huh! Sounds cool. 8)
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Alto Mare on October 05, 2013, 07:32:30 AM
Quote from: Shark Hunter on October 05, 2013, 04:07:07 AM
So you agree with Salty on this Sal? I know more Stainless is always a good thing. Just gets a little expensive. Stainless posts and screws make a Senator more Rigid? Where do you get stainless screws that fit the bigger senators that will still look original?
If we can get a stainless stand in the works for the 116A, I think that would be Money! :P
I won't need any anecdotal evidence. ;)
Standard reels are stronger than wide. A 113HL is stronger than a 113HLW, a 116A is stronger than a 116, a 117 is stronger than a 118 and so on.
Although you'll lose on capacity, narrowed reels of the same are stronger yet.
We are talking frames here, a narrowed reel has way less stress than a wide reel, under the same conditions.
Might not be as noticeable on smaller models, but I've seen it from the 4/0 and up.
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Shark Hunter on October 05, 2013, 07:50:18 AM
Well said Sal. ;)
Narrow is stronger! I get it. ;D
I guess my latest purchase will be all your envy. Cherry 116a with extra spool. It doesn't get any better than this! ;)
(http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag93/darondyer/116Awithspool_zps1746d6ec.jpg)
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Alto Mare on October 05, 2013, 10:22:27 AM
With that said, send me all your wide, I'll take them ;D.

I'm going to download that picture for my Halloween decoration and place it on my front window ;).
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: DaBigOno on October 05, 2013, 11:02:09 AM
Chris,

Might want to try this guy out

http://berinsontackle.com/products-page/4-reel-parts/penn2/page/6/

I hope you find what you need.  Keep us posted and some pics...

Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Alto Mare on October 05, 2013, 11:32:27 AM
Quote from: Dabigono on October 05, 2013, 11:02:09 AM
Chris,

Might want to try this guy out

http://berinsontackle.com/products-page/4-reel-parts/penn2/page/6/

I hope you find what you need.  Keep us posted and some pics...


Good try Dabigono, but he has been out of stock for quite some time now :-\.
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Bunnlevel Sharker on October 05, 2013, 04:58:22 PM
Just send me all your 4/0ws and 6/0ws, I will take the trash off of you for shipping price :D
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: DaBigOno on October 06, 2013, 01:07:25 AM
Quote from: Alto Mare on October 05, 2013, 11:32:27 AM
Quote from: Dabigono on October 05, 2013, 11:02:09 AM
Chris,

Might want to try this guy out

http://berinsontackle.com/products-page/4-reel-parts/penn2/page/6/

I hope you find what you need.  Keep us posted and some pics...


Good try Dabigono, but he has been out of stock for quite some time now :-\.

@ Chris.  Sal is right.  Paul might be out of stock right now, but he has great connections.  He might come across one, or might know of one.  Paul is in the business of selling parts, and if he can make a sale, I'm sure he will.  Besides, what's a phone call going to cost?   Five bucks at the most?  I think it's still worth a phone call or email.  

Berinson Tackle Fishing Company
36395 Indian Knoll Rd
Temecula, CA 92592

Phone: (951) 695-1501
Fax : (951) 699-9959
Mobile:(951) 259-2937 <<< THIS IS THE BEST NUMBER TO REACH ME AT >>>
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Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: Chris Gatorfan on October 07, 2013, 10:23:50 PM
Thanks dab. I will call Paul and see what he might be able to do.

Be alot easier if I still lived in Tallahassee,  I had full access to a CNC machine at my job there, as i was our designer. I will find one though and i will send pics to the forum, if i don't repaint it first.
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: VW on October 10, 2013, 12:33:39 PM
Quote from: saltydog on October 04, 2013, 02:16:33 PM
.... I am trying to get a machinist in my area to make a ss reel foot to match them but have to wait till he has time.

I would be very interested in that!  Keep me/us informed.
Title: Re: Where can i order frames upgrades for a 9/0 Penn???
Post by: mikeg24thst on January 20, 2014, 04:33:21 AM
Chris idk if ur still interested in a frame for a 9/0 but go to penn senator tutorials and this guy named broadway made some kits for the 9/0 something like the tiburon frames