11-11-2002, 11:54 AM
Hey, X.......I have no first hand experience with the Fin Nor line of spinning reels. I've used their big game reels, and they do have a reputation for quality. However, the drag problem you are describing makes me wonder if you got a defective reel.
I don't care how much you pay for a reel, if the drag doesn't function smoothly, at all settings, you don't have a good reel. Here are some potential problems to troubleshoot:
1. Missing drag washer. 2. Early wear on drag washers (too many big fish) 3. Lubrication in the drag washer assembly (Don't lube them) 4. Tension spring fatigued or bent, causing uneven pressure on drag washers.
How long have you actually used the reel and how hard have you worked it? If the reel is still fairly new, I would try to get warrantee service or replacement. Might cost you that big musky when it finally hits.
One other word of advice...that I don't always follow myself. When you put up your tackle, loosen the drags on the reels. This helps the drag washers to avoid becoming depressed and losing the effectiveness. There are no psychologists for depressed drag washers. (Boo - Hiss)
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I don't care how much you pay for a reel, if the drag doesn't function smoothly, at all settings, you don't have a good reel. Here are some potential problems to troubleshoot:
1. Missing drag washer. 2. Early wear on drag washers (too many big fish) 3. Lubrication in the drag washer assembly (Don't lube them) 4. Tension spring fatigued or bent, causing uneven pressure on drag washers.
How long have you actually used the reel and how hard have you worked it? If the reel is still fairly new, I would try to get warrantee service or replacement. Might cost you that big musky when it finally hits.
One other word of advice...that I don't always follow myself. When you put up your tackle, loosen the drags on the reels. This helps the drag washers to avoid becoming depressed and losing the effectiveness. There are no psychologists for depressed drag washers. (Boo - Hiss)
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