The anti reverse was not working, and i was able to find the fix without buying parts if anyone has the same issue. Vintage 1969 349 penn reel new with box includes instruction manual and lube penn fishing. Oil and grease this reels properly and take care of them and they will last for years. As of 71517 we are reestablishing our mail in reel services and have joined penn as a warranty center. The penn reel collectors companion and price guide, 19321957. I have had 50 year old penn reels that seem to last forever and parts are still. The original zebco 33 fishing reel was introduced in 1954. International tournament a new era of sportfishing achievement and adventure began with the introduction of penn international game fish reels to the world s most critical tournament fishermen. Maintenance and renovation university of pennsylvania. Zebco 33 instructions gone outdoors your adventure awaits. Reduce the possibility of equipment failures with regular maintenance and professional repair service. Second guessing your tackle should be the last thing on your mind. Penn special senator star drag conventional reels west. Fishing reel care and maintenance 101 by jeff holder.
The clutch plunger engages the antireverse dog for the drags to function, otherwise the handle will spin backwards with the spool, if no tension is applied to the spool. Precision machined from highstrength, lightweight, aircraft grade aluminum in our philadelphia machining center. The penn fishing tackle manufacturing company first opened in 1932 in philadelphia. Fishing reel maintenance provides a steady stream of business for the fishermans warehouse in columbus, ohio.
You count on your reel to bring in everything from the typical, to the once in a lifetime fish. We repair rods, reels, trolling motors, depth sounders, downriggers and coleman outdoor products. To get this reel to cast as best as possible, remove levelwind, worm and idler gear. We take you through every aspect of your reel, and teach you what you need to know about your reel, how to properly care and maintain your reels, and what products you should or should not be using. Another reel that has a machined bronze gear is the dam quick super from the 1960s, one of which has been in my family for three generations and is still running tight after 50 years of use.
One of the greatest success stories in the history of fishing tackle is the penn fishing tackle manufacturing co. We stock thousands of parts for penn, shimano, abu garcia, okuma, diawa, as well as several others. Rod clamp is mounted to the back side of the rod and it attaches to the bottom of the reel to give the reel extra stability. Sep 07, 2014 penn spinning reel 750ss 850ss maintenance tutorial disassemble assemble part 1 of 3 duration. If you upgrade your penn with accurate or tiburon components, youll find that basic yearly maintenance is even more critical to the long term enjoyment of your reel. Sep 27, 2005 naturally it helps to have some mechanical aptitude and understanding of some basic mechanical principles. There are several different versions of the zebco 33, but they all generally function in the same way. Protect your investment in your reels, get more for your money, and spend more time doing what you love, fishing. However, as with any piece of machinery, maintenance and wear is inevitable. I chose the oil instead of the grease, after receiving advice from a penn technician, since they both provide the same performance but using the oil would be a lot easier due to its liquid nature. There are thousands of penn reels in service around the world. Reel repair by jim fishing reels repaired tallahassee.
Best saltwater fishing rod and reel combos updated 2020. Penn 525 mag gs performance casting rev 8 schematic 561 views. Looking at the table above we are able to deduce that the best saltwater fishing rod and reel combo is the penn squall level wind. This penn senator 40 1h was manufactured in the 1970s. This also shows you how to disassemble 850ss and some other older penn spinning reels, as. From large two speed offshore reels to spinning reels we can complete annual service, or repair malfunctioning reels. Minshall says some issues are more common than others and while most fixes are fairly simple, many can be prevented with basic maintenance. Our experienced crew has been designing and producing durable, highquality reels in this facility since 1932. Its the best bass spinning reel if youre going for bigger fish. This is a genuine oem sourced replacement part designed for use with penn reels. The best spinning reels for bass 2020 in fisherman.
Buy products related to penn fishing reel products and see what customers. At this time, we ask that you do not send reels for repair. The penn international vi series is designed and manufactured in the usa of domestic and imported components. Reel parts penn parts penn 722 used parts mikes reel repair.
Do not substitute reel oil with other oils intended for other uses. Conventional reels spinning reels spincasting reels baitcasting reels underspin reels ezcast reels fly reels. Steves catchguide series of fishing books is available on amazon. Although its a little expensive, it gives you great value for your money. After all, we are fishing at nearly the same level as the fish, which provides a greater risk that our reels will be more in contact with the water then if we were fishing from a boat.
We are operating our distribution center in compliance with enhanced safety procedures for our team and within new government regulations where we operate. Abu garcia revo sx an excellent freshwater reel for bass. I spray my reels after each trip then, lightly wipe down when i get home to help prevent the moisture and salt buildup. If you have ever wanted to take the next step in maintaining your own reels then this is the perfect book for you. Shop variety of quality penn saltwater fishing maintenance parts. Figured i would do some winter reel maintenance on a few of my older penn ss reels. Reel grease again, use only proper reel grease designed for fishing reels. Fishing reel oil and grease kit, 2x 10ml syringe spinning, baitcasting, freshwater, saltwater, hardwater reel maintenance low temp performance 50f40c.
See more ideas about penn reels, fishing reels and fish. A companion volume to mike cacioppos the chronological history of penn reels, 19321957 considered by many to be the blue book for penn reel collectors this book brings together a veritable treasure of penn reel information that did not fit the parameters of the first book. Jan 14, 2015 not that we are all not dummies when it comes to reel maintenance but for some this is an overwhelming task, especially for kayak anglers fishing in saltwater. We take you through every aspect of your reel, and teach you what you need to know about your reel, how to properly care and maintain your reels, and. Follow instructions on how to oil your reel, print out reel parts manual if you do not have one, a little bit of grease and oil goes a long way. This is the background of many of the older guys whove done reel. According to the companys website, more than 800 international game fish association records were set using penn reels by 1997. Made by penn fishing tackle manufacturing company, philadelphia, pa. Reel parts penn parts penn 722 used parts mikes reel. In this video i show you how to clean, disassemble and properly greaseoil your penn 750ss. This reel needs basic work over and above a good cleaning. Penn reels instruction manual and repair parts list catalog 40b. Reference book cacioppo, michael the chronological history of penn reels, 19321957 usa. For 1994, penn introduced the new 20t model, replacing the previous 20 model from the international tournament series.
Here are the 10 most common reel performance problems and how to fix them. Treat your reels right by cleaning them, greasing moving parts, and oiling bearings. A maintenance request is a routine repair to your space. For more information about these types of projects, please see our small project guidelines pdf. But penn made it here from the same material they used for the drive gear, and its machined too. This reel came to us with a stripped drag knob and center shaftthe customer couldnt set the dra. Not only does it score high across various parameters but also rightly deserves the editors choice award for getting the maximum star ratings a deeper analysis would help us understand how the other combos have fared in the same set of parameters where our. The original color of the early squidder was black and it used a open stand, no rod clamp. I started with my 450 ss, and honestly, it was difficult to get everything apart, and time consuming with the cleaning. Best matches most popular top rated price high to low price low to high newest.
Definitely the only place im ordering penn parts from now on. Just give us a call or send us an email if you have any questions regarding any of our premium fishing tackle products. This part does wear out often, it is advised to have a few extra on hand. Penn spinning reel 750ss 850ss maintenance tutorial disassemble assemble part 1 of 3 duration. It discusses the difference in the two reels and shows how to clean, lube and reassemble the reel and its level wind feature. Here is the short version on how to clean a penn battle reel version 1. Now that youve got a workspace set up and you have a cleaning kit ready to go you can proceed with performing maintenance on your reel. I purchased this oil for maintenance on my new penn pursuit reel. Want to learn to repair and service reels the docks. With a little time spent performing some simple servicing youll find your gear performs better, and will give you a lifetimes worth of service. Temporary reel service department closure remains in effect. Penn battle fishing reel disassembly, assembly and cleaning. Founded by otto henze in the teeth of the great depression, henze revolutionized the field of saltwater angling, making the sport affordable for. We have updated alot of the schematic links recently and it will take some time for the search index to complete.
By setting the tension on the drag washer, it will either allow the drag on your reel to loosen up or you can tighten it. The above links can also be used to find schematics, reel specs and owners manuals. Penn 140l squidder special purpose non levelwind rev 1 737 views. Tackledirect is proud to claim that penn fishing reels, rods. This old reel came in a bag of pieces to us and needed a new bail wire and bail arm. You hit the water with confidence knowing that youre fishing with penn reels.
Please note the hardware to attach this clamp is sold separately. The cookie settings on this website are set to allow all cookies to give you the very best experience. Designed for big game near shore, off shore, surf, and trolling. Owner mark minshall spends a lot of time winding new line and replacing wornout bearings, which are two of the biggest reasons reels fail to perform properly. The cranking is interchangeable between right and left hands, and newer models are able to hold yards of. Penn 535 gs performance casting rev 7 schematic 259 views. Unfortunately, as required by local authorities to slow the spread of the coronavirus, the penn facility in philadelphia responsible for parts, service, and reel repair remains closed until further notice. The cranking is interchangeable between right and left hands, and newer models are able to hold yards of fishing line. Not so many years ago, reels generally needed much more in the way of daily maintenance, so if you fished like a maniac, you came to understand the machine in your hands. I use the 450 on the river for musky and cats, and the 550 for cats and. Penn spinning reel 750ss 850ss maintenance tutorial. The fins on the spool were a air brakes and the fins on the internal side of the tail plate trapped air pressure in chambers which slowed the spool to prevent over running or backlash of the.
Genuine penn replacement part, this item is sold individually. Since 1968, west marine has grown to over 250 local stores, with knowledgeable associates happy to assist. Stop wasting your time on the water dealing with headaches and frustration over equipment failure and poor performance. I purchased the 4ounce instead of 2ounce for the value. Naturally it helps to have some mechanical aptitude and understanding of some basic mechanical principles.
The reassembly of the right side, works on pretty much any penn star drag reel. Sharpreel fishing reel service guarantee this reel was serviced by hand with the sharpreel fishing reel repair service. Total ratings 33, penn part 047btlii4000 spool assembly 24173 for battle ii 4000 reel. The white handle is a good indicator as to its age, but not always a reliable indicator.