Purple Alphas 103L

[aqua71]

So, I stripped the Drive Shaft on my Alphas and now that I need to replace it, I believe I have the following two (2) options (please correct me if I’m wrong - or - if other options exist):

1) Use the Drive Shaft from the TD SOL-L and call it a day
2) Use the Drive Shaft from the SV105HSL --- and add parts to convert it to a clicking drag

Will both of my options work? If so, and I decide to go with option (2) which additional parts (aside from the handle and star drag) will be necessary for the conversion?

Thanks.

[smalliesteve]

I haven't checked the driveshaft on my SV105, so I don't know for sure if that will work, but if you use a Sol driveshaft you will add weight. The Sol driveshafts are brass while the Alphas (JDM) use aluminum. I swapped my sol for an alphas shaft just for weight savings and IIRC it was between 1/4 and 3/8 oz different.

You can source an Alphas shaft from Plat. Matter of fact I need to order one too

[iabass8]

Plat has them in stock. I actually just ordered one that is on the way.

You do however have a 3rd better option....mill the drive shaft down and tap the drive shaft to accept a Steez locking bolt. I've done it on 2x TD-Z's so far. No more stripped threads.

[adam lancia]

Plat has them in stock. I actually just ordered one that is on the way.

You do however have a 3rd better option....mill the drive shaft down and tap the drive shaft to accept a Steez locking bolt. I've done it on 2x TD-Z's so far. No more stripped threads.

This is a great option if you know someone who can run a lathe, easy to do, saves the driveshaft, and looks sick.

[aqua71]

Guys, I appreciate the feedback.

a) I realize the SOL drive shaft is brass (and heavier), but that's not a major deal breaker for me
b) I wasn't aware that PLAT had the drive shaft in stock. @ iabass8- how much did it run you including shipping?
c) Since I don't have a friend who's a machinist, having the drive shaft modified would be cost prohibitive so that's not a viable option for me
d) The more I think about it, the more I'm leaning toward installing the SV105HSL drive shaft, but I was hoping someone here can confirm the conversion

[eSReels]

So, I stripped the Drive Shaft on my Alphas and now that I need to replace it, I believe I have the following two (2) options (please correct me if I’m wrong - or - if other options exist):

1) Use the Drive Shaft from the TD SOL-L and call it a day
2) Use the Drive Shaft from the SV105HSL --- and add parts to convert it to a clicking drag

Will both of my options work? If so, and I decide to go with option (2) which additional parts (aside from the handle and star drag) will be necessary for the conversion?

Thanks.

For (2) I don't know if SV105HSL works but you also need a casting control cap. One with clicker is smaller.

Other option is to buy a clicker conversion kit from The Tackle Trap.
http://tackletrap.com/index.php?main_pa ... ts_id=3806
You still need handle and star drag.

[iabass8]

Guys, I appreciate the feedback.

a) I realize the SOL drive shaft is brass (and heavier), but that's not a major deal breaker for me
b) I wasn't aware that PLAT had the drive shaft in stock. @ iabass8- how much did it run you including shipping?
c) Since I don't have a friend who's a machinist, having the drive shaft modified would be cost prohibitive so that's not a viable option for me
d) The more I think about it, the more I'm leaning toward installing the SV105HSL drive shaft, but I was hoping someone here can confirm the conversion

20$ total from platt

[aqua71]

Thanks guys.

[angry john]

the tackle trap sells the conversion and i did it on my sol. No overseas shipping = long wait time and the guys there were a big help when i did it.