Dq 110. Converted to right hand crank. Handle will not stay tight

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Fishgolfman

September 07, 2025, 06:26:44 PM
Using extra parts from Fred. I converted a 110 to right hand retrieve for a friend. He tells me that when collet tightened against handle, wont stay tight. What could be wrong??

foakes

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September 07, 2025, 09:30:55 PM
Since the handle spring washer is in place —- it can only be the crank axle or the crank tightening nut has stripped threads.

These are fine threads that can become stripped very easily.

These most common causes are tightening the crank nut too tight, or accidentally cross threading the crank nut onto the crank main gear axle.

It will take another axle, and another crank nut wouldn't hurt to make everything right and solid.

Best, Fred
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September 07, 2025, 10:23:05 PM
I had a similar issue with a DAM Quick 1400. When using the reel, the knurled nut would loosen after several casts.

I had a box of assortment of springs lying around that I purchased from harbor freight. I found one in that assortment box similar to a spring found in a common ballpoint pen.  It was larger than the axle and fit under the knurled nut. I had to cut it in half, but the spring kept upward pressure on the knurled nut, preventing it from loosening and thus it solved my issue.   

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September 08, 2025, 07:33:36 PM
  I like nylon washers for this purpose .
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