Backlash on REVO's.

BigBassin144 · 04-09-09, 03:29 PM

Since we've been talking a lot about backlashes lately, and I don't really know why, it'll probably jinx us all... anyways. I got my first backlash on my Revo the other day and while pulling the line out, it just stopped. I looked and looked, and finlly realized a loop of line was wedged in between the spool and the reel's frame... Now, I've never had this happen to any of my other reels from Daiwa or BPS, or even my cheap gander mtn reel.

so, Revo owners, is this a normal occurance for Revo's or could something be wrong? Cause seriously, nothing should be wrong with a 280 dollar reel. Although honestly, having used it, I wouldn't actually pay 280 for the Skeet Reese. maybe for like 220. Maybe.

BB

Kevin · 04-09-09, 03:52 PM

I cannot speak to that specific reel, but I can positively tell you that should have never happened. It is normal for the spool to slide and bounce during a cast and retrieve, however, that movement should be so minimal that never would it allow for such a large enough gap to present itself that your line could get wedged into.

May I ask what pound test line you were using? I guess there is a chance it could happen with 4 lb., but anything 6 lb or more would be a very odd thing to occur.

The spool and the reel body's frame around the spool, should be of such a tight tolerance that your line should never fit through the gaps or openings.

Freak things do happen though. I just broke a new rod right at split grip portion during a simple cast. I've broken rods before, but never in that area during a cast. So stuff happens! If it happens again, I would wager something is awry with your reel.

The Doc · 04-09-09, 04:31 PM

I own 7 revo's and have never had this happen to me. You might want to take a look at the spool and make sure it's not damaged and that it fits tightly around the opening of the reel.

BigBassin144 · 04-09-09, 07:13 PM

I'll go ahead and look at it closer because, I didn't think this should happen either. It has happened since that time too. The only thing is, I got it on ebay, so I'd have to talk with Pure Fishing directly if it needs replaced. I'm hoping it won't though.

BB

carolina-rig-01 · 04-10-09, 01:16 PM

i have a lot of revo's and never had this happen. i bet it is a freak thing.

ejvesper · 04-10-09, 03:10 PM

I own a Revo and although I've had some back lashes, I've never had one like you've described...if you've had more than one occurance, which it sounds like you have...I would look into having a repair shop look at it...or if your comfortable with it tear it down yourself......

islandbass · 04-11-09, 01:28 PM

The only time that should be possible is when the spool is being reinstalled into the spool. It can happen when you replace the spool into the reel and the line is loose. Normally we should see that happen and feel something different, but it can happen especially if the line used is "springy" and you have the spool filled up really high.

It should be the only way for this to happen and never if the spool has been installed properly as already mentioned.

However, it is very preventable. What I do when I replace the spool is place a piece of tape to keep the line down. This will eliminate the possiblilty of what you described and also eliminate another potential issue of the line looping "under itself" which also is rare but can happen. There is no real term for this occurence but it can happen when the line on the spool is loose and the end of the line somehow manages to "thread" itself under an loose coil of line.

WTL · 04-14-09, 03:08 AM

I had that happen on a worn out 1970s model Daiwa Millionare and it was partly because of how loose I had the tension set. It let the spool pivot enough out of the frame to let line in there. In your case you might have something wrong.

bassboogieman · 04-24-09, 07:34 PM

[QUOTEThe only time that should be possible is when the spool is being reinstalled into the spool][/QUOTE]

Actually did that inserting the spool in one of my new Pflueger Patriarchs's - which is very similar to the REVO's. I knew it right away as the tolerances are so tight the spool would not seat, using 12# Yo-Zuri Hybrid line. I think it would be very difficult to get line of 8# or heavier between the reel frame and the spool. Obviously it happened, but as the reels are so similiar I would think the tolerances of a properly seated spool woould be too close for line to get wedged between it and the frame.

04-09-09, 03:29 PM	#1
BigBassin144 BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 9,463	Backlash on REVO's. Since we've been talking a lot about backlashes lately, and I don't really know why, it'll probably jinx us all... anyways. I got my first backlash on my Revo the other day and while pulling the line out, it just stopped. I looked and looked, and finlly realized a loop of line was wedged in between the spool and the reel's frame... Now, I've never had this happen to any of my other reels from Daiwa or BPS, or even my cheap gander mtn reel. so, Revo owners, is this a normal occurance for Revo's or could something be wrong? Cause seriously, nothing should be wrong with a 280 dollar reel. Although honestly, having used it, I wouldn't actually pay 280 for the Skeet Reese. maybe for like 220. Maybe. BB __________________ As of June 14, 2014 the members of the BF.com forum have moved to basschat.yuku.com!

04-09-09, 04:31 PM	#3
The Doc BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Ft. Bragg, NC Posts: 270	I own 7 revo's and have never had this happen to me. You might want to take a look at the spool and make sure it's not damaged and that it fits tightly around the opening of the reel. __________________ In the absence of orders, find something and kill it. Unk, 82nd ABN WWII

04-09-09, 07:13 PM	#4
BigBassin144 BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 9,463	I'll go ahead and look at it closer because, I didn't think this should happen either. It has happened since that time too. The only thing is, I got it on ebay, so I'd have to talk with Pure Fishing directly if it needs replaced. I'm hoping it won't though. BB __________________ As of June 14, 2014 the members of the BF.com forum have moved to basschat.yuku.com!

04-10-09, 01:16 PM	#5
carolina-rig-01 BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Webb City, MO Posts: 6,387	i have a lot of revo's and never had this happen. i bet it is a freak thing. __________________ You only live once. But if you do it right, once is enough.

04-10-09, 03:10 PM	#6
ejvesper BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Monmouth, Maine Posts: 66	I own a Revo and although I've had some back lashes, I've never had one like you've described...if you've had more than one occurance, which it sounds like you have...I would look into having a repair shop look at it...or if your comfortable with it tear it down yourself...... __________________ All those who live must die...all those who die may not have lived.....Fish

04-09-09, 03:52 PM	#2
Kevin Administrator Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 651	I cannot speak to that specific reel, but I can positively tell you that should have never happened. It is normal for the spool to slide and bounce during a cast and retrieve, however, that movement should be so minimal that never would it allow for such a large enough gap to present itself that your line could get wedged into. May I ask what pound test line you were using? I guess there is a chance it could happen with 4 lb., but anything 6 lb or more would be a very odd thing to occur. The spool and the reel body's frame around the spool, should be of such a tight tolerance that your line should never fit through the gaps or openings. Freak things do happen though. I just broke a new rod right at split grip portion during a simple cast. I've broken rods before, but never in that area during a cast. So stuff happens! If it happens again, I would wager something is awry with your reel.

04-11-09, 01:28 PM	#7
islandbass BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: WA State Posts: 1,783	The only time that should be possible is when the spool is being reinstalled into the spool. It can happen when you replace the spool into the reel and the line is loose. Normally we should see that happen and feel something different, but it can happen especially if the line used is "springy" and you have the spool filled up really high. It should be the only way for this to happen and never if the spool has been installed properly as already mentioned. However, it is very preventable. What I do when I replace the spool is place a piece of tape to keep the line down. This will eliminate the possiblilty of what you described and also eliminate another potential issue of the line looping "under itself" which also is rare but can happen. There is no real term for this occurence but it can happen when the line on the spool is loose and the end of the line somehow manages to "thread" itself under an loose coil of line. __________________ ARX "If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there'd be a shortage of fishing poles." Doug Larson (Shimano 2005 Reel Catalog)

04-14-09, 03:08 AM	#8
WTL BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,466	I had that happen on a worn out 1970s model Daiwa Millionare and it was partly because of how loose I had the tension set. It let the spool pivot enough out of the frame to let line in there. In your case you might have something wrong. __________________ Selling live waterdogs for less since 2005.

04-24-09, 07:34 PM	#9
bassboogieman BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Parkesburg, Pa. Posts: 3,762	[QUOTEThe only time that should be possible is when the spool is being reinstalled into the spool][/QUOTE] Actually did that inserting the spool in one of my new Pflueger Patriarchs's - which is very similar to the REVO's. I knew it right away as the tolerances are so tight the spool would not seat, using 12# Yo-Zuri Hybrid line. I think it would be very difficult to get line of 8# or heavier between the reel frame and the spool. Obviously it happened, but as the reels are so similiar I would think the tolerances of a properly seated spool woould be too close for line to get wedged between it and the frame.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)