Dam Quick 220n Questions

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rcmsangab

May 21, 2026, 08:34:33 PM
Hey guys,

Taking apart a 220n parts reel for cleaning and spare parts mining and have a couple quick questions/problems:
1) Handle missng the pin but still won't come off easily. Soaked with WD-40 for an hour or so and still no dice.
2) Not really a problem but more of a question about the spool/brake spindle internals. Is there anything in there that shouldn't be subjected to soaking in solvents like mineral spirits or acetone. Should have probably asked this question before I cleaned my other Dams.

Thanks, Russ

jtwill98

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May 21, 2026, 08:47:32 PM
Are you sure the pin was removed? Close inspection of your photo, it looks like the pin (maybe it's a substitute pin) is still there. 

rcmsangab

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May 21, 2026, 09:07:16 PM
You are right! I just assumed because I could see light coming through both sides it wasn't there-doh! Drove it out and everything came apart like normal. I need to get some magnification when I do these projects since this isn't my first oversight/undersight. Thanks so much.

jtwill98

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May 21, 2026, 10:13:30 PM
Thanks for posting the photo. It's a perfect example of why we always ask for pictures—they help us catch little details that are easily overlooked.

Steve V.

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Today at 01:06:06 AM
Quote from: rcmsangab on May 21, 2026, 09:07:16 PMYou are right! I just assumed because I could see light coming through both sides it wasn't there-doh! Drove it out and everything came apart like normal. I need to get some magnification when I do these projects since this isn't my first oversight/undersight. Thanks so much.

I wear something very similar to this when I work on reels. When I don't wear it it's because Fred is working on my reels. :)  Magnifier

jgp12000

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Today at 01:15:48 AM
2 reel tools that are a must for me are a headlamp which is also good for night fishing or crawling under a house any task where you need both hands & need to see. I use 3x reading glasses it just makes life easier working on reels.

rcmsangab

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Today at 01:27:06 AM

Thanks guys--now I just need to find a magnifier for my brain as well as my eyes. BTW, any info on whether the spool spindle in second pic in solvent safe? Any hidden rubber or plastic parts inside?
Russ

quang tran

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Today at 01:34:16 AM
It is solvent safe as I do that many times but don't try to open it out , I can't

rcmsangab

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Today at 02:01:53 AM
Quote from: quang tran on Today at 01:34:16 AMIt is solvent safe as I do that many times but don't try to open it out , I can't
Thanks Quang!

oldmanjoe

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Today at 03:09:33 AM
Quote from: rcmsangab on Today at 01:27:06 AMThanks guys--now I just need to find a magnifier for my brain as well as my eyes. BTW, any info on whether the spool spindle in second pic in solvent safe? Any hidden rubber or plastic parts inside?
Russ
This is my cheaters with a light .   And there is supposed to be a rubber bumper on the tripper.
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The power of Observation   , It`s all about the Details ..
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rcmsangab

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Today at 05:26:45 AM
Quote from: oldmanjoe on Today at 03:09:33 AM
Quote from: rcmsangab on Today at 01:27:06 AMThanks guys--now I just need to find a magnifier for my brain as well as my eyes. BTW, any info on whether the spool spindle in second pic in solvent safe? Any hidden rubber or plastic parts inside?
Russ
This is my cheaters with a light .   And there is supposed to be a rubber bumper on the tripper.
Nice setup Joe. I definitely need something like that magnifying lamp combo. Just have convince the wife to let me have some permanent space for reel work inside the house now that summer is here. And neither this parts reel or the destination 220n have the little bumper you show. It is always something, lol.  Thanks again, Russ

foakes

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Today at 01:41:30 PM
Shoot me a PM with your mailing info, Russ —-

I'll send out a couple of bumpers.  N/C.

Best Regards, Fred
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oldmanjoe

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Today at 03:29:42 PM
:) Tidbit information about the 220 n .  It is the only N model that you can slip the trip assembly out whole .  That makes it easier to remove that itsy bitsy C clip in the wide open ! 
Grandpa`s words of wisdom......Joey that thing between your shoulders is not a hat rack.....    use it.....
A mind is like a parachute, it only work`s  when it is open.......
Character is doing the right thing when nobody is looking .   There are too many people who think that the only thing that!s right is to get by,and the only thing that's wrong is to get caught .
The power of Observation   , It`s all about the Details ..
" Life " It`s a thinking man`s game
" I cannot teach anybody anything   I can only make them think "     - Socrates-
 Forget about all the reasons why something may not work. You only need to find one good reason why it will.   Alto Mare

rcmsangab

#13
Today at 04:07:58 PM
Quote from: foakes on Today at 01:41:30 PMShoot me a PM with your mailing info, Russ —-

I'll send out a couple of bumpers.  N/C.

Best Regards, Fred
You are the best.

rcmsangab

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Today at 04:17:14 PM
Quote from: oldmanjoe on Today at 03:29:42 PM:) Tidbit information about the 220 n .  It is the only N model that you can slip the trip assembly out whole .  That makes it easier to remove that itsy bitsy C clip in the wide open ! 
That is good information. The 220N is the only N  model I have -like it alot (also have a regular 220 and a 110). Russ
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