Easy Tips and Tricks to make Abu Garcia 7000c3 Catfish Special cast better and run smoother

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  • How To make Abu Garcia 7000c3 Cast better and run smoother. Cleaning cog wheel, cleaning bearings, cleaning worm gear. Inexpensive or free you choose. Use RiverLunacy10% at Trophy Cat tackle checkout For awesome tackle
    I do get upgraded parts off of eBay, from Boca bearings. Mikes reels, black dog tackle and Reelkustomreels. Also try Dads Ole Tackle, a very good place to get parts.The c clips are very easy to find on eBay. Thanks for watching, I appreciate each and everyone of you
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  • @andreahoward1143
    @andreahoward1143 2 роки тому +2

    Your knowledge of how to do all those tiny little parts is amazing. Actually a very interesting video. Nicely done.

  • @hookedonbassncats
    @hookedonbassncats 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome detailed video James, this will help and give people the confidence to work on their baitcasters.

  • @davidcooley5135
    @davidcooley5135 7 місяців тому +1

    I just bought a 7000 catfish special wicked casting winch biggest it seems bigger than the 10000 i had

  • @randymayer89
    @randymayer89 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for making this a usable reel James. God bless brother, appreciate ya friend. Awesome video.

  • @paul45120
    @paul45120 2 роки тому +1

    Great video James ! The bad part about your video is I have 9 reels to tear down and clean now.👍

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      Haha well hang tight because here soon I’m going to make a total breakdown, clean and put back together video. Probably be three or four parts

  • @ricker76er
    @ricker76er Рік тому

    PTFE is Teflon, which would reduce friction and in turn reduce heat.

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  Рік тому

      Yes that’s good stuff. Abu has one I like

  • @davidcooley5135
    @davidcooley5135 7 місяців тому +1

    Were can u get the soramic paws at id like to try them they all are same size i believe i could b wrong this was very informative

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  7 місяців тому

      7000 size might be different I’m not 100% on that, been a little while since I’ve ripped some reels apart and bought parts. You can get them on eBay.

  • @mikenichollsflipinthebird9145
    @mikenichollsflipinthebird9145 2 роки тому

    So glad you did mine also. You really know how to make an amazing upgrade

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks buddy, yours was a special piece that’s for sure. I still got pictures of that thing

  • @davidcooley5135
    @davidcooley5135 7 місяців тому +1

    I was guessing were it was a flat jawl style it would b like the 70s back flat jaw i got a 6500 that has no bait alert and a 5500 ad flat jaw no drag u gotta work it with the line but there exalint i put bigger cranks on them seemed like it spead uo a lil there fairly slow but still dandy cat reels ive never wore out a garcia or a millionaire diawa i really like booth but they are a china brand that saw the good oppratunity to sale reels and for once china made a fine reel but they started using cheaper stuff i landed a 50 inch tiger muskie it pilled the plastic geers were it had a lil play it aloud it to give and it burnt it flat up so now i dont use the newer diawas but i like the old ones but im ready to set a date to start slinging cut baits hopfully next wendsday

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  7 місяців тому

      It’s time buddy, they’re starting to hit a little better right now. 50 inch musky will tear anything up ha ha.

  • @tomferbend3323
    @tomferbend3323 10 місяців тому +1

    PTFE = Teflon (PolyTetraFluoroEthylene)

  • @davidcooley5135
    @davidcooley5135 7 місяців тому +1

    Have u had any problems with the 6600 i didnt no if u used them it seems like the swish made 6500 are for sure better but i really like the new thumb lever on the spoll but ive had problems out of the new bait alert swicth and slipping when being retrieved

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  7 місяців тому

      I only use the 6500s. I’ve never had a problem with a 60 600. I do have a couple 6000s and they are the good old ones from Walmart, many years ago and I just rebuilt them. They turned out real nice.

  • @kycatfishchris
    @kycatfishchris 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing! Now I know I won't ever take mine apart. Lol

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      It’s not the easiest to tear down and clean that’s for sure. Other models are way easier. I tried to put the more simple things in this video that can be done to improve this reel

    • @kycatfishchris
      @kycatfishchris 2 роки тому

      I have the ambassadeur 7000i without the level wind. I dunno how hard those are to work on but thankfully they are working great for now lol.

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      I guarantee it’s a better fishing reel than this one and easier to work on

  • @okitailsnscales1707
    @okitailsnscales1707 2 роки тому +1

    Nice video you the man I got a 7000ct last year was surprised how smooth it was but it was pretty warm when I got it them hot days probably warmed up the extra grease last time I took one apart a older 6500 c3 about 3 years ago still sitting on the shelf lost or forgot to put a piece in I'm sure it could be fixed. I was curious have you ever used like a avet I have a avet mxj 5.8 and wondered your opinion?

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      I’m not familiar with that brand. But I have heard really good things about it. I just recently purchased a Akios shuttle CT type so I’m getting ready to learn that thing (non levelwind)

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      I appreciate you watching thank you. These few steps I take in that video can be used to pretty much any baitcaster

    • @okitailsnscales1707
      @okitailsnscales1707 2 роки тому

      That 6500 c3 I'm pretty sure I lost a part and maybe someday I'll fix it and upgrade it where can I get parts?

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      In the description area of the video I put a bunch of different people that have parts, I would definitely try Dads Ole Tackle. I did make a video about 6500 C3. If you have any issues with it you can find me on Facebook or Instagram. I’ll put my Facebook group link in the description also

  • @danreeves7591
    @danreeves7591 Рік тому

    When you cut the plastic retainer off the level wind, i think it is called, wheel. What size e-clip do you use to put back on? Thanks

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  Рік тому

      Cog wheel. Not sure the exact size, but if you look them up on eBay, you will have no problem finding them or googe eparts and look up your model, real easy to find the little c clips.

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  Рік тому

      Same one will fit the handle just so you know you might wanna look up handle C clip for your model

  • @LyndoneBelle
    @LyndoneBelle 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks man

  • @stevenmeadows9251
    @stevenmeadows9251 Рік тому +1

    Did the white gear have a C clip on it before you cut around it

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  Рік тому

      No they have a beveled rim that holds them on originally. At the C clip has to be added afterwards

  • @twopassionsfishing386
    @twopassionsfishing386 2 роки тому

    Just subscribed to your channel friend,I’ve been looking for good spinning reels for catfishing

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      Thank you for subscribing. When it comes to spinning reels, the only ones I use are mainly for bait fishing and stripers but occasionally with the striper reels I’ll switch over to cats on them days. Shimano ultegra 5500 size and 10000 I have put through the ringer and they are still going strong. Also in the past I used to really like using the Shimano bait runner reels for cats

  • @matthewmurillo362
    @matthewmurillo362 3 місяці тому +1

    Do all those reels make a loud noise during the cast

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  3 місяці тому

      None of mine do. Some people say, ceramic bearings are louder, I don’t believe that. I guess it could matter what brand you are using

  • @retiredoldsarge5938
    @retiredoldsarge5938 2 роки тому

    Great video. I am actually ordering a ABU 7,000. Your video was great info for me. But... DO you have a link to where I can order all the upgrades you mentioned in your video for it. I figure I might as well go ahead and do the upgrades you di so I do not have to later. I have saved your video in my list so I can watch it more as I do my upgrade

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      I honestly recommend a Akios 757 over this real, they are way easier to work on. But you can find the parts through Mike’s reels or eBay

  • @davidcooley5135
    @davidcooley5135 7 місяців тому +1

    What makes bareel reels squil

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  7 місяців тому

      Probably just need some oil somewhere

  • @johnnyheckard7185
    @johnnyheckard7185 2 роки тому

    Think I’ll stick with my daiwa seagate 35 sha non level wind. Good informative vid though.

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      I don’t blame you, thank you

  • @hookedonbassncats
    @hookedonbassncats 2 роки тому

    Do you do repairs or upgrades for people? Like say if they live in another state and ship the reel to you and give you money for you work and money for it to be shipped back? I'm trying to learn how to do it all myself but there isn't any shops or people I know that do it. And I know you do good work and you are a stand up guy.

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      You’re welcome to contact me on Facebook or Instagram

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      I believe I left the group link in the description, you’ll be able to find me there

    • @hookedonbassncats
      @hookedonbassncats 2 роки тому

      @@riverlunacy right on James, if I have any reel problems or if I want some upgrades I'll contact you on there. Thanks, Sgt.Skinner

    • @hookedonbassncats
      @hookedonbassncats 2 роки тому

      @@riverlunacy I just joined the group

  • @dickdollars6537
    @dickdollars6537 2 роки тому +1

    What are the numbers of bearings to order better ones

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      Two size bearings on the spool for that reel. I’m out fishing right now and I don’t know right off hand but I measured them in the last video I made about that fishing reel if you care to go back and look at it

  • @catfish573
    @catfish573 2 роки тому

    Where do you buy parts and bearings from? Nice teaching video!!👍👍👍🎣🎣🎣✌✌✌

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      Sometimes I get them from HP bearings, you can find them on eBay. They have real nice stuff

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      Mikes reels also. The bearing size for the spool is different on each side. If that’s what you want please refer back to an old video where I upgraded this reel and you’ll find the correct size there, sorry I don’t know it offhand right now

    • @catfish573
      @catfish573 2 роки тому +1

      @@riverlunacy tnx bro

    • @catfish573
      @catfish573 2 роки тому +1

      @@riverlunacy tnx bro

  • @jamesdean6744
    @jamesdean6744 2 роки тому

    How much do you think a service like this cost? I would like to treat my father and get his reels cleaned/upgraded because he can no longer work on them but I’m too nervous to mess something up myself. I’ve been looking around locally but no luck yet

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому +1

      You can find me on Instagram and Facebook and we can further speak about this.

  • @nergrohombre
    @nergrohombre 2 роки тому

    Do you recommend buying these? What would you recommend to buy?

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      I hate to say it because I love their products but this one I do not like. Wasn’t satisfied with the quality at this year. Maybe the ones before, I have plenty of 6500 and I absolutely love them. If I’m going with a bigger fishing reel right now I’ve been using Akios 757. Top-notch quality my opinion. If you look back several videos you’ll see I did a upgrade on one, actually on the river right now using them. Good for if you need to use mono and a lot of it

  • @mathewrupp8568
    @mathewrupp8568 2 роки тому

    Where do you get your upgraded parts?

    • @mathewrupp8568
      @mathewrupp8568 2 роки тому

      Never mind

    • @riverlunacy
      @riverlunacy  2 роки тому

      I think I got some people in the description. Black dog tackle HP bearings Mikes Reels