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by thelatrobe33
Thu Oct 15, 2015 10:08 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Shipping fishing company poll
Replies: 14
Views: 6892

Re: Shipping fishing company poll

USPS is the only company I've ever had break a rod in transit. I sent them the PayPal invoice and I had a check in 5 days or so. UPS I'll never ship with again if I can get away with it. If something happens to the rod they're the hardest to extract a claim from. FedEx is reasonable if you print the...
by thelatrobe33
Thu Oct 15, 2015 5:09 am
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: Alphas SV-maintenance question
Replies: 4
Views: 3499

Re: Alphas SV-maintenance question

Those springs can be a little troublesome, but I've never had to replace one and I've been using almost exclusively Daiwa reels for quite a few years now. Try to bend the portion that goes into the frame out a little to create more friction. It also helps to dab a little grease in the hole before th...
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jul 21, 2015 3:20 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Option to Orange SV Spools
Replies: 6
Views: 4217

Re: Option to Orange SV Spools

I NEED that purple SV105 spool for my Steez EX100XS 8-)
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jul 21, 2015 3:19 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: What reels for Megabass Diablo Fast Move and Extreme Mission
Replies: 35
Views: 13902

Re: What reels for Megabass Diablo Fast Move and Extreme Mis

I've got the 50th Anniversary Zillion on my Diablo Fast Move and it's a really nice combo. I've been fishing mostly Keitech swimbaits on it.
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jul 21, 2015 2:59 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Tatula Type-R drag star on a TD Zillion
Replies: 2
Views: 2535

Re: Tatula Type-R drag star on a TD Zillion

It works, but the handle collars are different. You'll need the Tatula handle collar also.
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jul 21, 2015 1:30 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: ? for those who have/had both a Pixy & CH 50e
Replies: 9
Views: 5846

Re: ? for those who have/had both a Pixy & CH 50e

I would pick the Daiwa PX-R or the Airy Red Pixy. The CH50E stock spool isn't as well suited for finesse.
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jul 07, 2015 9:58 am
Forum: Classifieds User Feedback
Topic: hungry_cow : Feedback Request Topic
Replies: 9
Views: 5952

Re: hungry_cow: Feedback Request Topic

Just did my first deal with hungry_cow and it was flawless. Don't hesitate to do business with him!
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jul 07, 2015 12:04 am
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: polishing tips of spool?
Replies: 4
Views: 3184

Re: polishing tips of spool?

I use Fabulustre polishing compound on a soft (hair) wheel with a Dremel.
by thelatrobe33
Wed Jan 28, 2015 12:07 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Any one ever removed Daiwa Z200 side plate(gear side)?
Replies: 6
Views: 4637

Re: Any one ever removed Daiwa Z200 side plate(gear side)?

Hope it works! The screwdriver I like best is the Wiha 26110.
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jan 27, 2015 11:03 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Megabass MH Texas Rig Rod
Replies: 24
Views: 13486

Re: Megabass MH Texas Rig Rod

The only one of those rods I own is the X7 F5.1/2-70X7 Diablo Fastmove, and IMO it's too much rod for the weights you mentioned. Based on your list I'd probably lean towards the Western Flip.
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jan 27, 2015 10:52 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Any one ever removed Daiwa Z200 side plate(gear side)?
Replies: 6
Views: 4637

Re: Any one ever removed Daiwa Z200 side plate(gear side)?

That screw can be tricky. Make sure you have the proper size Phillips screwdriver and take your time. Worst case would be to use an extractor bit as described here: http://forums.tackletour.com/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=29636&hilit=extractor The last time I needed a replacement part for a Z200H it was VE...
by thelatrobe33
Tue Jan 27, 2015 10:34 pm
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: Hudd gill
Replies: 17
Views: 18696

Re: Hudd gill

I've got my 2 on the way also. They look really good. This should probably be moved to the Swimbait Fishing sub-forum.
by thelatrobe33
Mon Jan 26, 2015 10:47 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Favorite Discontinued Reel?
Replies: 87
Views: 34761

Re: Favorite Discontinued Reel?

The "old" Zillion. If I had to pick just one it's the 100SHSA.
by thelatrobe33
Mon Jan 19, 2015 11:41 pm
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: Roller Clutch - antireverse bearing maintenance
Replies: 5
Views: 4097

Re: Roller Clutch - antireverse bearing maintenance

I leave it in the sideplate and run it through the ultrasonic for 10-15 minutes with a rather diluted Simple Green solution. I've never had any trouble. Then add a drop or 2 of oil to it after it has some time to dry.
by thelatrobe33
Mon Jan 19, 2015 12:20 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Faster Conquests On The Way
Replies: 18
Views: 6124

Re: Faster Conquests On The Way

I almost bought a Conquest 100 last night. Now I'm glad I didn't. I think I'll wait :lol: