Daiwa reel foot protector

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Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by africanbass » Sat Nov 08, 2014 4:47 am

Came across this product the other day,it may be of use to some.
The T3 reel foot has some compatibility issues with certain reel seats(hence the small black pads in the T3 reel box)
I have experienced this with the air beam seat in particular.This was also stated in one of the TT reviews if I remember correctly.
May also be of use with MG reels for added reel foot protection.
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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by goldrod » Sat Nov 08, 2014 5:02 am

Where can I get a couple?
Painted reels need the same foot protection

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by africanbass » Sat Nov 08, 2014 5:09 am

These images came from a Japanese auction site a while back.The part number/code/price is visible on the last image.
Any of the good Japanese tackle merchants should be able to help you.I know Plat will(not trying to punt,just a reflection of their past customer service).
Hope this helps

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by dragon1 » Tue Nov 11, 2014 3:19 pm

Gaawwd...I'm such a hillbilly!

Me and my electrical tape! ](*,) :lol:

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by MondayMonkey » Mon Nov 24, 2014 8:58 am

Did anybody ever get some of these sourced out? I'd buy a dozen lol.

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by raul » Mon Nov 24, 2014 10:13 am

Holy cow, I want at least 5 !

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by new2BC4bass » Mon Nov 24, 2014 10:15 am

dragon1 wrote:Gaawwd...I'm such a hillbilly!

Me and my electrical tape! ](*,) :lol:
Anybody worth their salt knows duct tape is the only way to go. That gray weave looks good on anything. :big grin: :laugh1:

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by africanbass » Thu Feb 12, 2015 12:46 am

Just an update:
Ordered a bunch for my MG/Zaion reels, they are great
Should come standard with reel, keep your oil. :lol:
Sourced by Plat for me, however feel free to support your trusted retailer.

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by Patex » Mon Feb 16, 2015 1:34 am

I just use heat shrink tube for the same application, so the ends don't get scratched.

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by MondayMonkey » Mon Feb 16, 2015 6:57 am

africanbass wrote:Just an update:
Ordered a bunch for my MG/Zaion reels, they are great
Should come standard with reel, keep your oil. :lol:
Sourced by Plat for me, however feel free to support your trusted retailer.
How do they fit and what models are you using them on. When I researched that part number it came up as a "Stand Cover" for a Seaborg. I'm looking to put them on PX68 and Steez/IS reels

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by trent_s » Mon Feb 16, 2015 7:13 am

MondayMonkey wrote:Did anybody ever get some of these sourced out? I'd buy a dozen lol.
Keep this updated fellas I would like some for my Daiwas as well.

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by y2k88 » Mon Feb 16, 2015 8:47 am

I've got a pair of the Abu version, and to be honest, i think the plastic is too thick.

Doesn't allow you to screw down the reel seat tight enough to give you confidence that the reel is secure.

But if you're using an Edge spinning rod, you'd want to protect the screw-side of the reel foot, because it will take paint off your reel foot if you don't protect it.

http://www.purefishing.jp/product/acc/a ... ver_M.html

Fairly cheap to try though
http://global.rakuten.com/en/search/?tl ... E%EF%BD%B0

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by africanbass » Mon Feb 16, 2015 2:10 pm

MondayMonkey wrote:
africanbass wrote:Just an update:
Ordered a bunch for my MG/Zaion reels, they are great
Should come standard with reel, keep your oil. :lol:
Sourced by Plat for me, however feel free to support your trusted retailer.
How do they fit and what models are you using them on. When I researched that part number it came up as a "Stand Cover" for a Seaborg. I'm looking to put them on PX68 and Steez/IS reels
They are perfectly suited for use on the T3 reel foot. These are slightly narrower than the standard Daiwa reel foot.
Takes up any play and eliminates the phantom click experienced during casts on certain rods.
Most noticeable with air beam seats and T3s.
Does fit other Daiwa reels but appear to be a tad too thick once mounted.
Personally only would recommend for the T3 family.
Hope this helps.

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by MondayMonkey » Mon Feb 16, 2015 2:34 pm

africanbass wrote:
MondayMonkey wrote:
africanbass wrote:Just an update:
Ordered a bunch for my MG/Zaion reels, they are great
Should come standard with reel, keep your oil. :lol:
Sourced by Plat for me, however feel free to support your trusted retailer.
How do they fit and what models are you using them on. When I researched that part number it came up as a "Stand Cover" for a Seaborg. I'm looking to put them on PX68 and Steez/IS reels
They are perfectly suited for use on the T3 reel foot. These are slightly narrower than the standard Daiwa reel foot.
Takes up any play and eliminates the phantom click experienced during casts on certain rods.
Most noticeable with air beam seats and T3s.
Does fit other Daiwa reels but appear to be a tad too thick once mounted.
Personally only would recommend for the T3 family.
Hope this helps.
That helps immensely thank you very much. :D

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Re: Daiwa reel foot protector

Post by Bass1980 » Mon Apr 06, 2015 11:47 am

Has anyone else have experience in these reel foot protectors? I need some for my IS, Zonda, and TD variants ASAP.

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