abu 7000i handle turns the wrong direction with fish on

[Adam_777]

Usually the sideplate needs replacing on the handle side.The one way bearing is pressed into it and most newer ABU reels they won't sell just the bearing.The one way bearing/clutch is usually what fails.You can open the reel and try and clean the bearing.They act up if they get a bunch of grease in that bearing.Call ABU with the serial number if you need parts.


http://www.abugarcia.com/support/parts

[numbskull]

Clean the bearing first. Unless the reel is old it should still be good. If you get oil or grease in it they can fail.

[Stewie]

Vic, go to the auto parts store or Scott's house and grab a can of "Brakleen". Disassemble the reel until you get to the AR bearing. spray it good and long with the brakleen. let it dry for a while while you have a beer. then reassemble. Should be fine.



...I'm not a big fan of instant anti reverse, because it fails. The reels I use now have instant anti reverse and a regular, old fashioned, Abu style backup anti reverse, because the manufacturers know that the IAR on conventionals is a weak spot.