So I overlook the fact that most of em are kinda ugly (except the Morrum, she's pretty), and decide to give them a try. How unfortunate. Its been nothing but hassles. Drags are sticky right out of the box. Worm gears stop working and stack my line on one side of my reel. Clutch wont engage after its been put into freespool. What the hell is going on?

Anybody have any ideas on the worn out worm gear? All I ask is that the levelwind actually move when I reel. I was growing use to that reel (C3 6500). I don't expect it to be as smooth as a Calcutta TE, but am I expecting too much?

Yes, I break my reels down and clean them out when they've been exposed to some sand. I try and keep them off the beach and not dunk them.
Sometimes I take them to dinner and talk sweetly to them. I lie and tell them they are all pretty. AND STILL THEY WON'T PUT OUT. Ahhh. No more Abu Garcia for me.


vince