21 replies to this topic

[J Francho]

So the new G Curado has no bearing on the spool shaft like the E did? That sucks, what about using an E series spool?

Exactly what sucks about that? The lack of an EXTRA third bearing probably contributes to BETTER spool speed. The reason that certain Daiwa and Pure Fishing brand reels have a bearing on the spool is due to the shortened, or disconnected spool shaft on the cranking side. Their design practically predicates having that bearing in place. The extension rod is there for spool tensioning purposes, and I'm not even sire why they even put a third bearing under the tension cap - it's not like that part spins.

Remember, you have to have a greater understanding of how the reel parts mesh together to form a machine before you can declare one design better than another. In this case, they are just different.

[j.bruno]

Citica > Revo S ... Just my opinion though, and you know what they say about opinions. LOL.

[LgMouthGambler]

The E didn't either.

Haha, your right, I just checked my E. Duh. Ok, so how much is it to do the upgrade and tune? And does it help?

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

My recomemndation is to have the Citica deep cleaned including thorough flushing of the stock bearings and upgrade the drag with Carbontex washers. The crankshaft bearing swap is optional

Clean/Lube = $18
Drag kit = $8
Bearing = $7.95

If you want to go all out I'll polish the spool shaft etc for and extra $10

Members get 10% off, shipping is extra.

[LgMouthGambler]

Sounds like a good deal. After my tournament May 8, I will have to send it to you. Any particular process to do this?

[clayton86]

Its not hard especially if your mailing it yourself iv been waiting for my wife to send him my reels(citica and revo sx) for weeks she keeps forgetting when she mails me packages to take the reels to send out as well.

I don't have a revo s but i do have a citica so i cant compare the two side by side but u cant go wrong with either reel from what iv always heard i went with the citica because I got a killer deal on it(46.97 BNIB from dicks)

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Sounds like a good deal. After my tournament May 8, I will have to send it to you. Any particular process to do this?

Click my banner to go to the website and print out a work order form. Pack the reel securely ina small box and mail to the address on the form. I use Priority Mail. It's quick and cheap enough. I'll confirm receipt when the reel gets to me and email a paypal invoice when done. You can pay there or send a check or MO if you'd rather. PM, email or call if you have any questions.
Mike