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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: SpringMaster on September 09, 2009, 12:39:40 PM

Title: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: SpringMaster on September 09, 2009, 12:39:40 PM

I purchased a Quantum Classic 1420MGC, a low profile levelwind reel.
When I cast, the line guide doesn't move back and forth, but when I reel in the guide moves!
Is this normal for this kind of reel? or something is broken?

Any info is appreciated.
Thx

Title: Re: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: Sterling C on September 09, 2009, 02:26:55 PM

Can't speak for that reel as I've never used one.

However, on many smaller levelwinds such as the Calcutta 200 the line guide will not move when casting, similar to how you described.

I suspect there is nothing wrong with your reel.

Title: Re: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: SpringMaster on September 09, 2009, 06:39:08 PM

don't you get your line kind of cris-cross when you rewind?
That causes the next cast a bit difficult, doesn't it?
I've been having issues with casting nicely and consistently.  I've used Ambasador and didn't have this problem before.

Title: Re: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: noxcape on September 09, 2009, 06:55:27 PM

the line guide on those quantums do not move when you cast

Title: Re: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: SpringMaster on September 10, 2009, 01:17:23 AM

Quote from: noxcape on September 09, 2009, 06:55:27 PM

the line guide on those quantums do not move when you cast

is that supposed to be a better system?
Anyone has difficulty casting with Quantum levelwinds? Do you have a trick to make it work smooth? (I tried to set the drag properly)

Title: Re: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: dennisK on September 10, 2009, 06:57:53 AM

Quote from: SpringMaster on September 09, 2009, 12:39:40 PM

I purchased a Quantum Classic 1420MGC, a low profile levelwind reel.
When I cast, the line guide doesn't move back and forth, but when I reel in the guide moves!
Is this normal for this kind of reel? or something is broken?

Any info is appreciated.
Thx

Great reel and yes that is how it works.

Title: Re: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: camtheman on September 10, 2009, 08:08:24 AM

ive got the 1430 and it does move with the cast

Title: Re: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: dennisK on September 10, 2009, 09:23:07 AM

my old 1420 didn't; maybe the 1430 is different.

Title: Re: Anyone uses a Quantum Classic 1420MGC??
Post by: Eagleye on September 10, 2009, 10:06:49 AM

If the line guide is in the centre when you cast it will work slightly better but it is not necessary.  All smaller baitcasters operate this way.  It works better for casting smaller weights because there is less friction.