Some future rehab reels inherited from my dad.

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July 01, 2017, 11:38:02 PM Last Edit: July 02, 2017, 08:59:06 PM by jnd1959
Going through my dads fishing equipment I pulled out some of the reels I plan to rehab.  A South Bend oren-o-matic. Two ambassadeur 5000 circa late 60s early 70s, a Diawa millionaire 3H and a Mitchell 306. There is also a 302 but it is toast.  I may never fish with any of these again but they deserve to age in good working order.

foakes

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July 01, 2017, 11:53:41 PM
Nice reels, James --

A complete disassembly, cleaning, modern lubrication, and new drags -- will likely bring them all back to better than original.

If you don't fish them, consider making a display of "Dad's Reels" for posterity and memories of something he loved to do.

Best,

Fred
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jnd1959

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July 02, 2017, 12:53:47 AM Last Edit: July 02, 2017, 09:00:06 PM by jnd1959
Thanks Fred.  That top ambassadeur is actually mine.  I remember when dad took me to buy it. It was a big deal back then.  I think it was 71or 72.  T
I wonder if the middle one has an after market handle. I can't believe I used that small handle.

foakes

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July 02, 2017, 01:17:00 AM Last Edit: July 02, 2017, 01:18:12 AM by foakes
Those are all common handles, James --

Easy enough to mix or match because most are standardized drive sleeve size.

Best,

Fred
The Official, Un-Authorized Service and Restoration Center for quality vintage spinning reels.

D-A-M Quick, Penn, Mitchell, and ABU/Zebco Cardinals

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You don't work for your tools — your tools have to work for you...
Set up your shop and workspace accordingly and efficiently.

"The Truth is always the Truth, no matter how many do not believe it...And a lie is always a lie no matter how many people believe it."
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