I want to try the 8 carrier on a baitcaster (TD-Z), but I can't find it anywhere locally. Most of my reels are spooled with 30 lb test Sufix 832 (.29 mm) and J-Braid x8 (.28 mm). I'm seeing different line diameter specs on the Fireline, so I'm not sure which # test will be the most suitable within m...

Thanks for the feedback. Does anyone feel the 3/8 oz upper range is the limit or can it be exceeded? More importantly, I realize it's labeled as Extra Fast, but I've never used a 2 power Loomis and I fear it might be too soft/whippy, so I would really appreciate some feedback on that. Thanks again.

I have an opportunity to pick one up at a good price, but I’ve never held one, nor do I have the opportunity to do so in my area. I’m not sure what I would use it for, but I fear it might be too whippy although it’s an Extra-Fast action. I would appreciate any feedback from current owners. Thanks.

Thanks, I'll pick up some brake cleaner and give it a try. Any particular type/brand I should look for?

Interesting. My last thought is that flouro being stout with a relatively hard 'skin' could easily emulate the characteristics of braid especially in freezing temps. Perhaps unspooling one of the reels, apply a layer of tape or other soft material to the spool arbor and then respool as usual ... th...

All drags should slip to a degree, that's what they're designed to do. My questions are does the degree of slip incrementally change in proportion to small increases in drag tension as applied by the drag star ? Can you achieve full (or close to full) lockdown when the drag is at it's maximum setti...

Guys, thanks again for the suggestions, but let me be 100% clear. I have ZERO issues with the A/R bearings. The culprit is the DRAG STACK.

y2k88 wrote:Was the handle turning when your drag was slipping?

No, the handle does not turn. The drag slips as though the drag star was completely backed off.

Guys, I appreciate your responses. The Daiwa SV103’s come equipped with carbon fiber washers which I’ve read can be installed DRY. Are you guys saying they should/must be lubed? If so, wouldn’t the grease be an issue under freezing temperatures? Grease doesnt freeze at the same temp as water, as is...

Guys, I appreciate your responses. The Daiwa SV103’s come equipped with carbon fiber washers which I’ve read can be installed DRY. Are you guys saying they should/must be lubed? If so, wouldn’t the grease be an issue under freezing temperatures?

I’m having issues with several Daiwa SV103 reels. I recently fished in cold weather (upper 20’s/low 30’s) and my drags were slipping. The reels have never been serviced as they are relatively new and factory stock. I took apart one reel and removed all the factory grease from the drag stack. I reass...

What I have done which has worked with a SS SV spool and should work for the SV103 is to change the Inductor cup on the spool to one of the Rays Spool inductors. It made a big difference with casting to my SS Spool. I'm very happy to hear this as I was recently thinking about having my reel mechani...

I'm thinking about trying the 20 lb for deep cranking. It's probably a long shot, but does anyone use it for this purpose?

I have an older pair of Cabela's Guidewear Lite which have been great. These are the newer version: https://www.cabelas.com/product/clothing/mens-casual-clothing/mens-rainwear/mens-rainwear-bibs-pants/pc/104797080/c/104746680/sc/104522580/i/104090580/cabelas-guidewear-mens-guidelite-pant/2437598.uts...

How long of a leader are you guys using? I'm gonna try about 6' of 10lb using a fg knot. My formula (as was recommended to me) is twice the rod length which equates to a 16-foot leader in this case. My reason for doing so is that I can fish a full day (while constantly re-tying) and NOT having to t...

As a quick follow-up, I recently received my spool and had the chance to use it over the weekend. All I can say is WOW.... this thing is a rocket launcher! This is exactly what I was looking for for bombing those big deep diving crankbaits.