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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: Phronesis on September 21, 2023, 01:38:38 PM

Title: Reel screws
Post by: Phronesis on September 21, 2023, 01:38:38 PM
Lost a screw from the baitcaster handle and dont know how that happened, wondering where do you get a single or a small pack of screw from? Tried local canadian tire and couldnt find one...online is either bulk, includes handle and other parts or shipping time is insanely far.

Also on another hand looking for some recommendations on reel maintenance oil/lube and grease?

Title: Re: Reel screws
Post by: Fish Assassin on September 21, 2023, 01:56:29 PM
Try Mike's Reel repairs
Title: Re: Reel screws
Post by: vancook on September 21, 2023, 02:59:14 PM
Many many years ago I had a similar thing happen to me and my levelwind. a very small metric screw came loose and fell out never to be found.
I went to Pacific Fastners on 1st ave in burnaby and they gave me a screw free of charge. I think it was more of a hassle to sell the single screw. Take your reel with you.

https://www.pacfast.com/
Title: Re: Reel screws
Post by: dennisK on September 21, 2023, 03:23:43 PM


Also on another hand looking for some recommendations on reel maintenance oil/lube and grease?

Best video I've seen on the subject. I use super lube (greasing) and penn synthetic oil (for speeding things up like in bearings). You really just need those 2. Research vids on your particular model on how to apply them. Also mountain co-op is a good place for getting them.  And on the subject of oil...you can using sewing machine oil or gun rifle oil. They maybe more avail near you. The key in oiling is for the body weight of the oil to be light as possible.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzusyQZJAIg
Title: Re: Reel screws
Post by: 4x4 on September 21, 2023, 03:52:23 PM

Try Fuller Metric in Port Kells.

9652 188 Street, Surrey, BC V4N 3M2

 (604) 882-9221
Title: Re: Reel screws
Post by: Roderick on September 21, 2023, 07:16:16 PM
One time I found what I needed at Lordco auto parts. 
Title: Re: Reel screws
Post by: Phronesis on September 21, 2023, 07:34:16 PM
Awesome ! Thanks for all the suggestions, will try Surrey first since thats closer
Title: Re: Reel screws
Post by: stsfisher on September 22, 2023, 10:11:10 AM
Awesome ! Thanks for all the suggestions, will try Surrey first since thats closer
https://www.fastenal.com/locations/details/BCSUR
Title: Re: Reel screws
Post by: Phronesis on September 23, 2023, 09:57:27 PM
I ended up ordering from Mike's reel repair website, one knowledgeable guy from BC Fasteners said these are specialty screws which might not be available in general fastener stores.