Paul Trybul Posted July 11, 2007 Report Share Posted July 11, 2007 Over the years I've ran into a laundry list of different problems with my fishing reels. This year I found a new one. I've got an Abu Garcia reel and when I'm reeling in a fish the handle comes loose and folds in. The screw on the side that allows you to switch the handle from the left or right side just becomes loose all on its own. I was wondering if anyone has ever ran into this problem and if so, was there an easy fix for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve SPIZ Posted July 11, 2007 Report Share Posted July 11, 2007 Over the years I've ran into a laundry list of different problems with my fishing reels. This year I found a new one. I've got an Abu Garcia reel and when I'm reeling in a fish the handle comes loose and folds in. The screw on the side that allows you to switch the handle from the left or right side just becomes loose all on its own. I was wondering if anyone has ever ran into this problem and if so, was there an easy fix for it? i have put a little bult tite on the screw it seams to work or plummers pipe tape good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianA Posted July 11, 2007 Report Share Posted July 11, 2007 My man, I like the white teflon pipe tape idea better than my idea of LocTite. They make a real mild Loctite product, they come in red (do not use!!), blue (less adhesive but acceptable), and then there's yellow (the mildest formula) that will work. They show the color and locking ability on the pkgs and should be under $5. Good luck, I struggle w/ the same problem on one reel I don't use as much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mark P Posted July 12, 2007 Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 Over the years I've ran into a laundry list of different problems with my fishing reels. This year I found a new one. I've got an Abu Garcia reel and when I'm reeling in a fish the handle comes loose and folds in. The screw on the side that allows you to switch the handle from the left or right side just becomes loose all on its own. I was wondering if anyone has ever ran into this problem and if so, was there an easy fix for it? Use some teflon tape on the threads. You can also consider that if you don't want to remove/fold in the handle; super glue it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Trybul Posted July 12, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2007 Thanks for the tips guys. I'll try the teflon tape and if that gives me trouble, I'll try a dab of superglue. I don't plan on switching to left handed any time soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kend Posted July 13, 2007 Report Share Posted July 13, 2007 Loctite® Thread Sealant "BLUE". This adhesive will allow removal of the threaded fitting. 1/2 drop will suffice--- placed on the leading edge of the threads. Works for me. NOTE---Superglue, or the like, may result in permanent adhesion, and may result in permanent damage to the threaded fitting(s), during removal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick D. Posted September 9, 2007 Report Share Posted September 9, 2007 Check the screw thread spindle on theoppsite side from the handle. Many times there is a small rubber compression rubber washer (o-ring) that should be on the thread shaft. Without it the tend to loosen. You might find a substitute at the hardware store or a Radio Control hobby shop. Rick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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