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Looks like a good one. The missile baits d bomb is my favorite flipping/pitching/Texas rig bait and my favorite jig trailer as well. I’ll definitely give these a shot. Thanks!

I’ve done it myself and did not find it to be an enjoyable experience. I was always stressed the whole time and once the reels were back together I always wondered if I had done it correctly. I’ll be sending my reels to @Delaware Valley Tackle from now on. I like the peace of mind knowing it was done right.

Thats good to know, thank you! I’m used to the deeper spools of lews which will hold 120 yards of 12lb mono.

How come? Just curious.

Ok so seriously, what brands/models of bait are we specifically talking about?

I took a break from fishing and I come back to people fishing with poop baits. What’s next? 😂

Yep. Pencil and a cardboard box is how I’ve always done it.

Can’t believe I didn’t even think of using a line counter to measure it. Here I am trying to figure out complex algorithms and mathematical equations to measure my line backing. 😂 I need to remember: keep it simple stupid!

Looks like 25lb tatsu (.016 inches, .405mm) will only fit 67 yards worth on the JDM steez a2 spool. I planned on using that for my flipping/pitching/Texas rig and jig rod. I wonder if 67 yards is enough. I used this calculator: https://www.omnicalculator.com/sports/fishing-reel-line-capacity The JDM spool holds 100 yards of .33mm line.

@gimruisis it possible for them to measure how much line they’re putting on? For example to tell them how much backing to put? also I assume bass pro shop does the same? I’ve always spooled my baitcasters by using a cardboard box with a pencil poked through both sides holding the spool in the middle.

Ok, that gave me a chuckle! 😂

Out of curiosity, how do you measure out 67 yards worth of line?

Sweet! Should be good to go then! Thanks!

Ah, ok. Just wanted to make sure. Thanks!

Anyone know how much line capacity the JDM steez a2 has? Can it fit something like 20lb invizx fluorocarbon?

@Delaware Valley Tackle are you saying to fill the whole spool with only mainline and not use any backing? Or am I misunderstanding?

I’ve been speaking to Jun through emails. He’s been very helpful and his English is great. The fact that they will take your reel and send it to daiwa japan if you have an issue or want it serviced seems like a big plus to me. They also offer a 6 year warranty on all reels bought from them. I feel like I’d rather spend a few bucks more to get the after support from Japantackle than to save a few bucks and be SOL if I have an issue. Just my $.02

Thank you so much! That makes me feel much better. I think once annual service time comes, I’ll just have it cleaned by you like a normal reel. Thanks again for all your help!

Thanks! I’d seen some people saying the steez was more of a “chuck and wind” reel and one YouTuber that services reels (won’t mention who) even said the steez can’t handle anything under 5/8th ounces. I found that hard to believe, but wanted to make sure.

Anyone order from Japantackle.com? I like the fact they have a warranty on all reels and will send your JDM daiwa/shimano to daiwa Japan/shimano Japan.

Thank you all for your help! I’m feeling a lot better about getting the reel serviced. I still would like to ask @Delaware Valley Tackle one more thing. I’m sorry I’ve asked you a million questions! Have you ever serviced any magseal reels before? If so did you just flush the bearings and replace with standard oil? It seems like the whole magseal thing is more of a gimmick than anything. And just curious, how does this reel do with lighter baits? Not talking BFS but weightless 5 inch senkos and wacky rigged 5 inch senkos. Can it handle them?

How does the steez a2 cast things like weightless 5 inch senkos or wacky rigged 5 inch senkos? I’m interested in the JDM version. Is that too light for them?

It looks just like a lews except for the colors. Right down to the inset logo. Are lews made in the same factory as these? Are there any other reels that are made in the same factory?

So using a backing line is a bad idea? I’ve been using 12lb mono as backing on all my reels. Even on reels that use fluoro. I use 25lb tatsu on one of my reels and that stuff is expensive! I don’t want to fill the whole spool with it. Does it really make that much of a difference?

Very nice! Did you buy them from Japan?