When I send my reel in, how long will it take to get it back.

About 10 weeks.

I sent in a reel,  I want an update? 

Please don’t hesitate to ask.  text -847-549-7170

Does Dave’s Reel Service repair other brands besides ABU, Daiwa & Shimano?

Shimano, Daiwa and Abu is our primary focus of business.

Limited service available for : Penn

Limited parts.  Please call to inquire

We do not repair: Quantum, Lew’s , Pflueger Okuma,  Zebco, 13 Fishing, Bass Pro, Shakespear, Mitchell and Johnson.

No, sorry, very hard to obtain parts.  Please contact them direct.  I cannot help

I stripped the internal threads on my reel, can it be fixed?

We have all the metric taps, metric screws and a milling machine in house.

Can you straighten a bent spool from a casting reel?

Yes, we have a lathe & dial indicator for alignment, in house.

Does Dave’s Reel Service sell parts?

We stock  mostly Shimano  parts, were not a volume dealer, text with part number and model of reel.

I took my reel apart and unable to get it back together, will you fix it ?

Yes, many reels come in a bag of parts.

The drag “brake” on my reel slips.

If your using braided line it is probably not tight on the arbor of the spool. Needs tape or mono backing.

Can you upgrade my drag washers on my musky/bass reel ?

Yes, we have carbon fiber washers.  You will love them!

Why does my reel handle go backwards sometimes.

The one way roller bearing is worn.  We stock the parts.

My reel feels smooth but is noisy, what is wrong?

Ball bearings get noisy from moisture and wear. We can replace the bad bearings.

I own a Shimano Calcutta and used it extensively for 12 years, can you rebuild it with new gears and thumb bar?

Yes, it is very worth it and we stock the gears, thumb bars, level winds, etc…

Can you rebuild  Shimano Casting reels that Shimano Corp. will not repair?

Yes, We overhaul all high end Shimano casting reels, call for more information.

Do you repair the new DAIWA MQ series reels ?

Yes, Daiwa has provided us with the special tools & Mag Seal oil .

My reel is now 3 years old and works fine, should I get it completely cleaned?

Yes, it is now broken in, lets remove all the original dirty lubricants and start fresh for lasting performance.

My reel is sluggish, has a feeling of resistance, is it wore out?

It probably has old grease or to much grease & dirt,  complete cleaning is required.

Can i change the gear ratio on a new generation Conquest 400/401 reels

Yes, call for more information.

Can i get a complete rebuild on my Tranx 500?

Yes, $225.00 includes gears, all bearings, all anti reverse parts, worm & pawl , cast control washers, handle nut & lock plate. All parts are Shimano , not after market.

Do you stock a power handle for the new Shimano Conquest?

No Longer available, sorry.

Do you charge for repair estimates?

Send an email first with model & condition.  Assessments free, $15.00 shipping fee, if not repaired.

Shimano Conquest 400 2nd & 3rd Generation reel, can you change the gear ratio?

Ye, we can put in faster or slower gears .

What is the all the hype with power handles on musky reels.

The power handles we sell offer extra leverage and comfort when pulling the big lures.

I tried to supertune my expensive reel and now it is worse. Can it be fixed?

Supertuning is an “art” and our specialty.   Yes, it can be fixed.