TEK 300 drag troubles

[Haifisch]

So I am working on a couple Tekota 300 line counter reels for a charter guy, he says the reels go from not quite enough drag, to locked up drag in one click. A general inspection doesn't show any troubles and I have new, greased smooth drags in them. Any ideas on what to look for? I am leaning towards a new drive shaft since the washers have put some marks in it. The drive shaft bearing and the anti reverse bearing are in good shape and free to move.

[alantani]

gummed up stock drag washers would be the easy answer.  hopefully changing them out will fix the problem.   

[Haifisch]

Already has a fresh new smooth drag in them.

[alantani]

ah, yes, it would have helped if i read your post more carefully.  if they check out, talk to him and see if he can reproduce the problem.