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New washer will make a big difference thanks.

Call these people and tell them which reel you have. They will be able to match you up. SMOOOOOTH DRAG INC PHONE & Text: (760) 949-0271

purefishing.a.bigcontent.io/v1/static/5500C3_34_13022_0_23_00_1292720 This is the link to the schematic. If it does not work, go to the internet and search ABU Garcia Schematics and click on the reel you are working on.

@@abugarciareelrepairandmain8684There is no C-clip on that schematic, because for that cog there wasn’t one on the original reel (the video shows that your modification of the cog wheel by adding a C-clip did really make a major difference in reducing resistance, by the way). Perhaps the 5500 C3 reels may have had some differences across years. Some don’t have a groove near the end of that cog post, so the C-clip might not stay in place if that groove isn’t there, is that a correct assumption? But, great video, very helpful.

Try this. ABU use to have every reel on their site. This looks different. I have a reel that may be the same if you tell me which one you have. www.abugarcia.com/pages/schematics

You are welcome. Thanks for watching.

I use very little grease, but you make a good point. May try that next time. Thanks.

That is a good question. The reel has never been apart until then and I bought it new. I look into that thanks.

They can wear over time with heavy use. If it gets sloppy, you need to start inspecting things. Thanks for watching.

See if this gets you there. s7d5.scene7.com/is/content/purefishing/Abu%20Garcia/Schematics/6500CSProRocket%2018%2001%201152352_12640-1.pdf

Not sure what that is.

Thanks for the love!

Thanks for the love!

Yes, absolutely

When you pull the gold pin twist the side plat up as shown in the video @ 2:57. They can get a little sticky if it's been a while. Good Luck.

@@abugarciareelrepairandmain8684 Thanks!

@@abugarciareelrepairandmain8684 I got the side cover to come loose thanks!

I had the same thing just try to pry it with your fingernail

So, you got me thinking and I had to watch the video again so I can try to understand. You are talking more about backlash (I think) which I would agree and there may not be a difference worth talking about. a while back another viewer brought up the fact that and I quote "Hooked to a heavy fish that takes line, the syncro levelwind recieves little pressure but the non syncro recieves a severe load when the line is at an angle. This could cause levelwind failure sooner or later". This was my reply "Never really thought about it but you make a valid point. I just stumbled across the DIAWA TWS (T - Wing System) which combats this problem but does not completely solve the problem. It just reduces the friction creating less of an angle. This would lead me to believe that the manufactures know this is a problem. Very good concept". Thanks for watching.

@@abugarciareelrepairandmain8684 So, as a correction, I did say "...set your drag on each reel ....", when I should have used the word "brake (or spool tension?)" instead of drag. So yes, it does control backlash, but in doing so it controls the casting speed, so regardless of tension both reels would cast the same distance. The other thing is that it is only during the cast that the non-syn reel gets the fishing line off-set. As soon as you engage it and start cranking, that eyelet whatcha-ma-callit catches up and re-syncs within a few cranks. Are those few cranks enough to shorten the life of it? I don't fish enough to answer that with any authority. I guess it could if you mostly set the hook on really big fish. Sorry to say - that ain't me.

Sorry for the late reply it is Cal’s Universal Reel, and Star Drag Grease

Excellent video! At 12 minutes you say snap and release 3 times. Mine does, but when I put the gears back on and the two screws to put back together, the mechanism doesn't kick the push button back out...I've tried everything. Any ideas? Many thanks

@@benw6554 Sorry for the late reply. @11:47 there is a text message on screen to "reassemble in the unlock position". Are you doing that correctly?

@abugarciareelrepairandmain8684 yes it's unlocked when reassembled. Are the two little metal ears on spool supposed to fit into slots on bottom of pinion gear? When I put it back together and tighten screws down the spool has hard time catching and lever wont release? I wonder if I need a new pinion gear or position holder that has the spring? Nothing looks broken though...the pinion has a little play in it....what part would you try? Many thanks!!

Really difficult to diagnose without having my hands on it. I would suggest taking everything apart and reassemble. Sometimes things can get a little off without showing signs until you try to operate it. Wish I could do more. If you want and you have facetime, we could do a live chat. You can reach me at 757-297-6084.

Sorry but I cannot answer all the questions, but I know where you can find the answers. I have a Facebook Page you can join. "Abu Garcia Maintenance and Repair". The group has nearly 3K members that have all the answers. When you ask to join YOU MUST 1) ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS AND 2) AGREE TO THE RULES. You will be automaticity approved. If you don't you will not get access. Here is the link facebook.com/groups/280402990101017/ If you can't get in shot me another message on TH-cam.

NOT ON FACEBOOK. WHAT'S THE STORY ON THE IRREGULAR BLACK PLASTIC WASHER (THAT BREAKS EASILY) IN THE BOTTOM OF SPOOL TENSIONER CAP CENTERING THE SPOOL SHAFT. PLEASE REPLY.

@@barclaysauers255 Not sure what you mean by "what's the story". If you mean they are a pain to deal with and break on a regular basis, I feel your pain and don't have a solution. Wish I could give you a better answer.

Thanks for watching!

I did not see that, but it wouldn’t surprise me. There’s a limit to the horsepower for a reason. That’s a tiny boat to be going 23 miles an hour.

I looked at the video that is crazy!

@@abugarciareelrepairandmain8684 Youth and lack of experience.....lol I'm an AktieBologetUrfrabriken kinda guy too.....

Great story. Thanks for sharing that.

Sorry for the late reply the third bearing is in the handle. It’s an anti-reverse bearing.

You heard correct all of these reels are made in Sweden.

Missed this one THANKS!

I’ll start off by saying wow 300 reels that’s a lot of fishing reels. I had close to 40 at one time but decided to sell some of them thinking if I die my wife’s gonna put them in a yard sale and I couldn’t bear the thought. But getting back to the Drag situation, that does not surprise me people in general just don’t understand the whole Drag system deal. Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment buddy.

@abugarciareelrepairandmain8684 Thanks.......you've got me thinking about the " yard sale " thing now, my wife would probably do the same!

Hey Chris, sorry I missed your comment. I love all the detailed information I would not consider myself an expert. Just have a passion for the fishing reels. Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment. Have a great day.

I believe only Chrome rocket is made of brass. The side plates from the original rocket look like aluminum. And I am collecting chrome rockets and converting them for tournament casting because they are brass and rigid. Love them so much. Unfortunately, the CT version of chrome rocket are out of production and a new one costs more than 400 GBP

I personally cannot help but I have a Facebook group that has over 2K members and I'm sure someone could help you out. Here is the link. facebook.com/groups/280402990101017/ If that doesn't work search ABU GARCIA MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR. You MUST answer ALL the questions and agree to the rules to be approved. I do not filter applications.

I don't believe that is possible. I would have to do some research however, the group I told you about on Facebook can answer any question you have. There is a guy goes by the name of Dag that has a vast amount of knowledge on these reels.

Not the case. I have started using the low profile reels for fresh water and have 6 NEW Gen 4 Revo SXs. Love the reels but one of them screams in a bad way when you cast it. I assume it's the bearings. You never know what comes out of the factory.

Matthew, I am not 100% sure as I do not own a C3 or I would gladly check it for you.

I found the answer and it is YES!

@@abugarciareelrepairandmain8684 thank you sir!! I’ll start looking for a frame

Yeah, I’m still here I just haven’t done much posting. I’m a little baffled by your statement. The only thing that I could imagine stopping it would be either too much spool tension. Maybe you have a bad bearing or maybe the worm drive is faulty. Maybe there is some leftover debris from the factory. When you say brand new, do you mean 100% fresh out of the box?

Yes, fresh out the box. I realize.i had to much line on it: thanks for responding

I hope to do more videos when I retire in January. On the topic of drag, I would take 15 lbs. of SMOOTH DRAG over 18 lbs. of something that sticks any day. I found the original washer to be somewhat sticky. That's why I suggested the grease. The grease didn't seem to help. I went with carbon!

Funny question. It’s a timing thing. Make sure you hold onto the Reel tightly because I have dropped them in the past trying to do that. Put your thumb on the button and firmly spin the handle. The second your hand comes off the handle, push the button and it should free spool.

We can try to figure this out. I assumed that the caps on the spool are not overtightened. Let’s start off with which model reel you were trying to work on my next question would be is do you have the schematic that goes to that reel schematic to make sure that you have all the parts assembled correctly?

If you are a member of Facebook, I have a site for the repair and maintenance of these reels. Search out ABU Garcia maintenance and repair. Request to join but make sure that you answer all the questions and agree to the rules or you will be disapproved Once approved, I guarantee you this group can help you figure out what’s going on.

If you were talking about the tension spring that may work, but typically I used to screwdrivers you have to spread it apart

Easy to do. Thanks for watching