I have to take a photo of schematics on my iPad so I can enlarge it. Otherwise I can’t see those tiny parts. Quite honestly after you sent me the schematic for the Shakespeare WonderTroll I was restoring, I enjoyed working on that huge reel. If the ramp part had been in better shape I could have completely restored the reel. Lever drags are fun to work on even though I neither own or use one. This reels seems quite solid and well-designed. Thanks Dennis - Chris
I don't have one of those in my shop. I will be happy to do one if it arrives for service - Thanks. PS - it is basically the same as other Ambassadeurs. It was just assembled here.
You need to recheck the free spool adjuster and the sequence of the drag pieces inside the reel. You can get the schematic here www.mysticparts.com/Assets/images/pennparts/schematics/sql30ld.pdf
I have to take a photo of schematics on my iPad so I can enlarge it. Otherwise I can’t see those tiny parts. Quite honestly after you sent me the schematic for the Shakespeare WonderTroll I was restoring, I enjoyed working on that huge reel. If the ramp part had been in better shape I could have completely restored the reel. Lever drags are fun to work on even though I neither own or use one. This reels seems quite solid and well-designed. Thanks Dennis - Chris
That's a great idea! Thanks for sharing the enlarging tip on the IPAD - Dennis
Awesome video! Recently acquired same reel you're working on and it's going to be really helpful. Tks! And cheers from Cabo 🤙🏽
YW - thanks for the note and for watching - Dennis
If you got a NOS Vintage Abu Garcia Ambassadeur USA 1 Ultra Cast Baitcast Reel. Can you do that one? Take apart and rebuild. Thanks
I don't have one of those in my shop. I will be happy to do one if it arrives for service - Thanks. PS - it is basically the same as other Ambassadeurs. It was just assembled here.
i noticed you never put more thread lock on the main gear thread. is it neccesary? personally i put more on the thread using one that comes apart easy
I don't use thread lock. I have found reels where the screws break off because of it. I would rather risk losing a screw than damaging a reel - Thanks
What grease, oil and lube do you use for cleaning the reels?
I use Penn Precision reel grease and oil. You can get this online or through Mysticparts.com - Dennis
i put mine back together and the handle gets harder to turn as the drag tightens, any ideas?
You need to recheck the free spool adjuster and the sequence of the drag pieces inside the reel. You can get the schematic here www.mysticparts.com/Assets/images/pennparts/schematics/sql30ld.pdf