Would like a good list of shims to have in handy..

[TheReelShop]

With reel repair now and customers coming in more often, I'm finding myself limited without shims. With so many varieties around, any one have a good list of sizes for me to order? This way I actually have to play with and makes my job easier.

Thanks guys

[steelhead_killer]

Good question!!!

[Donnyboat]

Yes good topic, anyone that can steer us in the right direction to shims, would be a great help, cheers donnyboat.

[reel man]

https://www.mcmaster.com/#round-shims/=161gv5l

Boker's Inc

[ReelClean]

With reel repair now and customers coming in more often, I'm finding myself limited without shims. With so many varieties around, any one have a good list of sizes for me to order? This way I actually have to play with and makes my job easier.

Thanks guys

Have a look here, they sell them here so I guess these sizes would be a good start:

http://www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/product-list/255

cheers
Steve

[TheReelShop]

Hedgehog studio has good variety but pricey in my opinion for just 2 washers. They are good to go buy for sizes

[oc1]

Buy a few rolls of brass shim stock in different thickness.  Cut shims yourself with a pair of shears.  You can also make washers.  It's not expensive and you will find many uses.  Shim stock is also available in stainless.
-steve

[TheReelShop]

Buy a few rolls of brass shim stock in different thickness.  Cut shims yourself with a pair of shears.  You can also make washers.  It's not expensive and you will find many uses.  Shim stock is also available in stainless.
-steve

That seems like a good idea!! Thanks!!

[Tightlines667]

I just get the most common shim sizes that I use from local reel parts suppliers.  (I use alot of Senator 10-16/0 brass spool shims, size 50,80,130 gear sleeve, pinion, spool shaft/thrust washers for Penn Internationals, and Shimano Tiagras.  There are really only about 9 or 10 different shims to cover the 50-60 different reel models here.  Everytime I buy parts, or place an order, I just try to buy a few extra shims, C clips, small springs, and the smallest screws just in case the repair shop gremlens decide to exact their toll

[TheReelShop]

I can do that as well. might do that on my next order from Pennparts

[Midway Tommy]

I make my own in a couple of different thicknesses, preferably out of spring temper bronze roll or sheet from McMaster-Carr.

[Donnyboat]

thanks for all the replies, good good, cheers donnyboat.