Hi Folks,

 

I'm wanting to try something out on one of my supertuned 5500c3 reels, and that means I need a low mass/shallow spool for it.

 

I found one from Japan Tackle, but they want $100 for it and I'm not paying that.

 

I know there was a 5500WS (Wiffle Spool) made, but the spools tend to be rare.

 

Does anyone know where I can find such a critter?

 

Thank you,

 

Josh

Hey josh, i know the rocket reel company has two spool sizes, but don't know if it's necessarily what you are looking for. They are based in England and the company is targeted for long distance casters, so I would email them and ask about it. I dealt with them before and they are very prompt and helpful with all the questions I had.

Thank you!

I'm not so sure a low mass spool is what you want in a non disengaging level wind reel even if it is tuned. What's the end game?

I'm not so sure a low mass spool is what you want in a non disengaging level wind reel even if it is tuned. What's the end game?

 

I'm sorry, DVT, I missed the notification that this was replied to!

 

I want the wider spool to keep a fairly constant IPT on long casts but don't want to waste line.  You know those older Ambassadeur spools that have the aluminum drum in the middle?  One of those, adapted to the modern 5500c3, would be perfect.

 

Too, I would like a slightly easier startup while keeping the large diameter for slower RPM.  Reducing mass is the only way I know to do this as the bearings have already been dealt with.

 

Mostly, though, it's an idea I want to play with.

 

Regards,

 

Josh

Have you tried calling Purefishing to see if they have a spool available? The part number is 1124110. This number is for a complete spool assembly, there's no number for just the spool itself.

Fill the spool with 100 lb Dacron braid to the level you are looking for.

Tom

You can also use cork cut it to size.i havent done it yet but im goin to try it on a few 4600s