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Hello I have a JDM T3 SV 8.1 TW8.1L with a broken hood. Daiwa Japan will not sell this part and insist I return the reel back to Japan. Is there a valid reason for this?
I wish to purchase a replacement hood… a t3 ballistic if need to be, is this possible through diawa USA and have it sent to Aust?. This reel has an important crossover role in my setups and I would like to have it back on the water ASAP

Thanks

You might be out of luck. Both Daiwa and Shimano keep a very strict line between their JDM and USDM parts and warranty. Why? Lots of reasons, most you would not agree with.

Thor wrote:You might be out of luck. Both Daiwa and Shimano keep a very strict line between their JDM and USDM parts and warranty. Why? Lots of reasons, most you would not agree with.

I do find it strange how Diawa JP won't sell some of its parts including the zaion hood. It's not like the 6.8:1 gears of old where it changes the characteristics of the reel. Unless getting it functional again counts

Did not read the thread title. Contact Gary (bronzefly). He'll get you parts from Daiwa US. That's who I go to when needing parts.

igl00jx wrote:Did not read the thread title. Contact Gary (bronzefly). He'll get you parts from Daiwa US. That's who I go to when needing parts.

There is no place on Tackle Trap's website to order internationally, but Bronzefly can get whichever part(s) you need and will ship internationally for only the actual shipping cost-no exorbitant "handling fees". Great company and even better customer service.

hoohoorjoo wrote:

igl00jx wrote:Did not read the thread title. Contact Gary (bronzefly). He'll get you parts from Daiwa US. That's who I go to when needing parts.

There is no place on Tackle Trap's website to order internationally, but Bronzefly can get whichever part(s) you need and will ship internationally for only the actual shipping cost-no exorbitant "handling fees". Great company and even better customer service.

OK, Gary ! My hood fell off! I need a new one! Hook me up! HAHAHA

Where to order USDM Daiwa parts

You can order USDM parts directly from Daiwa. JDM parts through Plat.

You can order parts for US model Daiwa's direct from Daiwa US by contacting customer service toll free at 800-736-4653. If you are not in the US or Canada you can email us with the parts you need at admail@daiwa.com. We can get you the price for the part and shipping. I see that you are in Australia, you can try and contact Daiwa Australia at fishing@daiwaaustralia.com.au. They carry a few differnt T3 models and might have the hood you need.

I've been getting parts from Daiwa's US headquarters for the last 20+ years and they are great to deal with in person or on the phone. You make their job easier when you have the part numbers ready. The lady I talked to on the phone last year meant business and took care of me in a hurry.