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08-23-2015, 06:41 AM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
Posts: 10,543
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Quantum reel repair question for Bucko's
My Quantum Cabo CSP 40 PTS separated where the bail arm meet the roller... I got the reel in mid 2011 when Quantum offered me a new replacement reel for $65.00 after sending in my original 40, which had broken down. That transaction took almost four months. This reel lives on the boat and gets rinsed after every use, usually with a bottle of fresh water. Still rusted and corroded at the break.
So after reviewing my thread from that period, I am asking for recent feedback about Bucko's current service repairing reels and turn around. A contact would be appreciated.
Love this reel when in service. Smooth drag. Great for casting from the boat and perfect albie reel. But can't be without a reel for the rest of the season..... What else should I be looking at to fill the void, in case I can't get this resolved quickly? Thanks.
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08-23-2015, 06:51 AM
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"Fishbucket"
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Bahston Hahbah
Posts: 6,588
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Buckos has a horrible reputation, send them to surfland.
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08-23-2015, 07:12 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: North Dartmouth, MA
Posts: 238
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You want an albie reel? Shelf that Quantum and get yourself a Shimano Stradic 5000. It's my workhorse, man. I've caught fish big and small with it, including tarpon to 80 pounds. Smooth, compact, reliable. Holds nearly 300 yards of 20-pound braid. Also, take the time to hose your gear off, not with a blasting force, but a gentle spray. Keep moving parts oiled or greased and you'll have them for years.
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08-23-2015, 08:36 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: MA/RI
Posts: 2,411
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May I suggest ordering the bail assembly and servicing the reel yourself. The schematics and parts list is available online.
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08-23-2015, 10:14 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Kingston, Ma
Posts: 2,294
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It seems my cabo 40 disease has spread to the north shore now. Ross dont take it to buckos. Their service is not what it used to be
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08-23-2015, 03:34 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Buxton, Maine
Posts: 1,727
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Can't beat the stradic 5000 or the Surfland service. Martha's the best.
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08-24-2015, 10:15 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2007
Location: South Shore RI
Posts: 83
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Another option is Beavertail Rod & Reel - Dave Morton is the owner. Great guy great service great pricing. He's in North Kingstown, RI.
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08-24-2015, 10:29 AM
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President - S-B Chapter - Kelly Clarkson Fan Club
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Rowley
Posts: 3,781
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my cabo 40 drag just went completely last year, haven't done anything with it, but will send back to cabo. used the reel for about 6 years for schoolies in the spring not what I would call heavy use!
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08-26-2015, 06:14 PM
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Retired Surfer
Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Sunset Grill
Posts: 9,511
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Last three reels I sent to Bucko's never worked right. Had to have my buddy Kevin Lord fix them all. Gifted mechanical engineer who started doing this for friends.
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Swimmer a.k.a. YO YO MA
Serial Mailbox Killer/Seal Fisherman
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