I just replaced the rubber O-rings in two of my 70’s and the tension is better than factory new. There’s a ton of resistance now. Before replacement, the knob would slowly loosen after a few minutes causing the spool to want to over run and needed constant readjustment. I’m a happy camper!

I’ve got a 7.3:1 with 20lb j-braid grand main line with 12lb leader. I fish curado k’s and the older 70’s and these feel just as smooth as a 70. Smooth retrieve and good distance casting. Casts lighter baits really well. The SLX XT, MGL and DC are all so good it’s hard to justify spending the money ...

I’ve only used the 6.5” size.

I’ve been using since they came out. They have such a live action on a neko rig. Gp3 and Junebug are my go-to’s.

I have tried this on my slx and the BNT4194 does not fit. The cup that holds the bushing is rounded (the bushing is as well), so a bearing will not fit in that space.

Has Shimano changed the design?

Check the pinion gear bearing. I had 3 Curado I's that all exhibited that same rough, scratchy sound on the retrieve only. Not during free spool or during the cast, only on the retrieve. Once I switched them out, the reels were whisper quiet and smooth again. I tried a new set of gears, new spool be...

Gotcha. It does appear to have a taper, so maybe a bearing replacement is just not in the cards. Thanks for the reply.

Bantam,

Do you know if there is a Shimano bearing that will replace the bushing below the drive shaft?

I tried part BNT4194, but it is too tall to fit. It seems like the bushing and slot has a slight taper that keeps the bearing from fulling seating.

Thanks in advance!

It's size M

Question for you guys: I saw a video of Clunn talking about spinnerbaits, and when he talked about the Trickster, he claimed they vibrate so hard that you can expect the frame to snap after a few days of hard use. Seems like a bizarre comment, and one that doesn't inspire confidence. Do you have an...

Tricksters are the best spinnerbaits bar none. Those blades are awesome. I was pumped to see them on TW the other day!

Frosty wrote:Gears stripped in my 71 Curado today. I won't be getting another

Pics or it didn't happen.

Though it is lower on the work horse reel price spectrum, I was expecting quite a bit more refinement from this reel. It's a Tatula, how much more refinement were you expecting? I haven't owned a daiwa product in years. With all the brand hype I figured there must be a reason. The reel is long gone...

This is not my first rodeo. I've got mono backing on the reel.

Figured out the click. Spool tension knob needed a lot more tension. Drag is still not up to my liking, but maybe the carbontex will help deliver a little more adjustment range.