Thanks for posting this I just bought 4 of the 4 thousand series reels and been struggling all day trying to get the top cover off But after removing the side screw at the bottom Then the top literally just unscrewed like all the other billions of these type reels made Thanks again It’s amazing how a little knowledge can change the way you do things
Well the Master of the Spincaster (it rhymes) strikes again. Only someone like you who has such a long history with spincast reels could figure this out. Great job Rick! - Chris
It wasn’t until I compared the two parts to each other that I figured out what was going on. If I had two worn out parts I might not have ever figured it out. I hope you are feeling better.
Thanks so much for posting and you save me the trip to the store to return my daughter's reel that got tangled under that cap. I didn't know how to disassemble the dam thing until I watch your video 🤝
Not really, since Rudy told me last week he was sending it, I’ve been thinking about what could cause the problem. I brought a drawer full of Synergy parts back from KY so I had plenty to study. I didn’t have it figured out yet when I opened the reel, but comparing the parts together made it easy.
I ran into that same problem on a Shakespeare Alpha 2600-003. It has a nearly identical spinnerhead as that Synergy Steel. Wish I could find that part.
Dan, it seems they were very loyal to that design because they used it in a lot of reels. It would be great if those parts were available somewhere but ever the schematic just show the rotor as one piece. Of course they call it the “P.U.H. Assembly”. I’ve surmised that it stands for Pick Up Head Assembly, but I don’t know for sure.
To be perfectly honest, I don’t think it would work. I believe the part is made of Nylon. If it is, I don’t think long term that it would hold. I’ve read that super glue is the best glue for nylon but I really don’t think any glue would hold on this part. However, if you had this problem it certainly wouldn’t hurt to try it. Some people have had very good success with super glue and baking soda on plastic parts, and some claim success with nylon. I think the problem with it in this application is the glue and baking soda is what would be riding against the post instead of the super slick nylon. I think it would just wear down quickly.
If you know someone with a 3D printer that might be possible but sometimes it just isn’t economically feasible. The plastics that I’ve seen come out of 3D printers seemed to be somewhat fragile. Of course I’ve only seen those parts in videos, never in person. That Nylon part is very durable. I can’t see plastic holding up long in that job but maybe it would work.
I have some old to new models! I looked at some of your videos on Zebco models video ! I saw some models ! If you like I can contact you for more information!
Thanks for posting this
I just bought 4 of the 4 thousand series reels and been struggling all day trying to get the top cover off
But after removing the side screw at the bottom
Then the top literally just unscrewed like all the other billions of these type reels made
Thanks again
It’s amazing how a little knowledge can change the way you do things
Roy, I’m always available for comments and questions. Let me know what you need.
Well the Master of the Spincaster (it rhymes) strikes again. Only someone like you who has such a long history with spincast reels could figure this out. Great job Rick! - Chris
It wasn’t until I compared the two parts to each other that I figured out what was going on. If I had two worn out parts I might not have ever figured it out. I hope you are feeling better.
Thanks so much for posting and you save me the trip to the store to return my daughter's reel that got tangled under that cap. I didn't know how to disassemble the dam thing until I watch your video 🤝
That’s the idea behind Young Martin’s Reels, to teach you how to do it yourself. Well done!
Thank you!!!!! Finally a video that helped me!
Wow! That was a quick fix!👍👍👍👍👍
Not really, since Rudy told me last week he was sending it, I’ve been thinking about what could cause the problem. I brought a drawer full of Synergy parts back from KY so I had plenty to study. I didn’t have it figured out yet when I opened the reel, but comparing the parts together made it easy.
@@youngmartinsreels5314 I saw that when you pointed it out
I ran into that same problem on a Shakespeare Alpha 2600-003. It has a nearly identical spinnerhead as that Synergy Steel. Wish I could find that part.
Dan, it seems they were very loyal to that design because they used it in a lot of reels. It would be great if those parts were available somewhere but ever the schematic just show the rotor as one piece. Of course they call it the “P.U.H. Assembly”. I’ve surmised that it stands for Pick Up Head Assembly, but I don’t know for sure.
Great video thanks 😊
that pin is going to wear out to you should have some grease on the top of the axle the spool turns on
Dennis, you are correct that the spinner head and post should be lubricated. I will cover the that in the Service and Lubrication video. Thanks.
Thanks for sharing! Do you work on Zebco models?
Yes I do work on Zebco reels. I currently have 24 Zebco service videos. Which one are you looking for.
I have a reel that has the same problem with a zebco. Can I send the reel to you?
Awesome videos! Just subbed!
How abuot baking soda and super glue, then file it to shape,???
To be perfectly honest, I don’t think it would work. I believe the part is made of Nylon. If it is, I don’t think long term that it would hold. I’ve read that super glue is the best glue for nylon but I really don’t think any glue would hold on this part. However, if you had this problem it certainly wouldn’t hurt to try it. Some people have had very good success with super glue and baking soda on plastic parts, and some claim success with nylon. I think the problem with it in this application is the glue and baking soda is what would be riding against the post instead of the super slick nylon. I think it would just wear down quickly.
@@youngmartinsreels5314 what about 3D printing a new piece? Seems like a simple enough piece to do .
If you know someone with a 3D printer that might be possible but sometimes it just isn’t economically feasible. The plastics that I’ve seen come out of 3D printers seemed to be somewhat fragile. Of course I’ve only seen those parts in videos, never in person. That Nylon part is very durable. I can’t see plastic holding up long in that job but maybe it would work.
I have some old to new models! I looked at some of your videos on Zebco models video ! I saw some models ! If you like I can contact you for more information!