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addict · 06-03-2003, 10:58 PM

I bought a used squidder and found the condition to be less than what I expected. I'm new to fishing, so pls bear with me.

1- It has a very hollow feel to it when I reel and cast. I have tried other squids and they feel a lot "tighter" in a good sense. Is this because I just need to service it? relube?

2- The antibacklash screw is now completely tightened. Is this because the drags are worn? Drags are pretty worn I think. I'm no expert, but the star drag needs to be almost locked to get any grip.

3- Finally, I want to polish the reel. Is this ok? Do I need to coat it with clear coat or something afterwards?

Thanks for any help

06-03-2003, 10:58 PM	#1
addict Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Central Park Posts: 127	squidder help needed I bought a used squidder and found the condition to be less than what I expected. I'm new to fishing, so pls bear with me. 1- It has a very hollow feel to it when I reel and cast. I have tried other squids and they feel a lot "tighter" in a good sense. Is this because I just need to service it? relube? 2- The antibacklash screw is now completely tightened. Is this because the drags are worn? Drags are pretty worn I think. I'm no expert, but the star drag needs to be almost locked to get any grip. 3- Finally, I want to polish the reel. Is this ok? Do I need to coat it with clear coat or something afterwards? Thanks for any help Last edited by addict; 06-04-2003 at 10:13 AM..