Anybody know where I can get some upgrade reel parts for Shimanos? I'm looking for handles, etc.
(other than www.japantackle.com) $100+ for a handle is a little too much for me right now.
call Shimano direct. i got the number off there web site. i can't find it here at work. i bought bails for my symetre's from them. they were great.
By upgrades, I'm guessing you mean aftermarket drags, bearings, etc? The place I used has closed, otherwise I would tell you to go there.
Bearings, drag, and handles. I found www.smoothdrag.com , but they don't have anything for the Mg50. Maybe I will try Shimano and get parts from higher end reels that are interchangeable.
Go to BFHP. They have a couple sponsors there that can probably get you what you want.
Quote from: jcheetam on April 07, 2009, 03:09:42 PM
Go to BFHP.
Holy 1989! I've never been there, looks like an old BBS.
Here are a couple of sites I had on file for reel upgrades and bearings. If I remember right you can check the bearing size on Mike's using schematics and get them on Boca.
http://www.mikesreelrepair.com/index.php
http://www.bocabearings.com/default.aspx
You might also check with Reel_Man.
Cy
CY has the right place for bearings. i have replaced all my curado bearings from there. they have a great selection.
I was doing some digging and found this place too.
http://stores.ebay.com/dadsoletackle
Cy
Bender if you do find larger handles for the 50's please let me know. I bought some from BPS and they work, but I had to bush the handle and would rather have some that fit better .