Garbage can find 5500 ss

[handi2]

I just looked at my 5500 SS.  The cap has male threads and threads into the body.  You should be able to see the internal threads.

Does your cap have a slot to use a screwdriver to remove it?

Joe

I apologize, when I looked at your pic, I thought it was the side plate.  Did not realize it was the knob in the back of the reel.  I checked again and the two reels I have, that piece is tight.  Does not turn.  Appears to be a pressed fit or using some type of adhesive.   I have not tried to remove it, since it only seems to function as centering point for the end of the shaft.

But it does have a part that is called a bushing shaft screw which would make one think it has to be threaded in.

The bushing and cap are just push in parts.

[oldmanjoe]

Joe I didn't realize you had these powers. Line lay is a pain on these with braid. Ever consider making your own spool? One a bit shorter?

Joe has an Excellent Lathe to make his own Spools

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[oldmanjoe]

I just looked at my 5500 SS.  The cap has male threads and threads into the body.  You should be able to see the internal threads.

Does your cap have a slot to use a screwdriver to remove it?

Joe

I apologize, when I looked at your pic, I thought it was the side plate.  Did not realize it was the knob in the back of the reel.  I checked again and the two reels I have, that piece is tight.  Does not turn.  Appears to be a pressed fit or using some type of adhesive.   I have not tried to remove it, since it only seems to function as centering point for the end of the shaft.

But it does have a part that is called a bushing shaft screw which would make one think it has to be threaded in.

The bushing and cap are just push in parts.

Cool this is the first graphite penn reel that i opened up and learned some thing about them ...