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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: bobby b on December 11, 2016, 02:01:00 PM
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Hi
I picked up a 5" Don Campbell CP reel and it has play between the pin and bushing. The reel is in 'like new' condition.
I would like to contact Mr Campbell to see if he can shed some light or help me remedy this. Not expecting 'warranty work' ...willing to pay if need be.
How do I contact Mr Campbell?
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Did you buy it second hand ?
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Yup
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Try to snug up the center grub screw just a shade. There is a fine balance point between a nice free spin and a slight spool wobble.
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Why did you not check it out before you bought it ?
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Yup, Rieber..did that already too.
I spun it a bit when I bought it Tyee, but didn't examine it it as much as I should have I guess.....
Anything that can be done to improve it would be bonus.... I don't want to tinker anywhere beyond the simple grub screw adjustment..that is why I want contact the maker.
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Maybe the little hole where the spindle pin goes into has too much oil or grease in it?
I had a black 4" and a clear 4-1/2" (I think - can't remember 100%) and both had a small movement/wobble.
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Zero grease anywhere but the check lever/pawl.
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He lives in Hope ... have you tried the phone book on Google?
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Thanks Dave
Yes, I have checked.... there are a few ... Guess I could try some of 'em.
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You could contact John Milner as well. He does do repair work on reels that aren't his unless this has changed. I know several people that have sent their Hardy's to him.
I have Don's number but will not post it publicly. :-X
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You could contact John Milner as well. He does do repair work on reels that aren't his unless this has changed. I know several people that have sent their Hardy's to him.
I have Don's number but will not post it publicly. :-X
You have his number and you won't send it via pm! :o
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I have Don's number but will not post it publicly. :-X
Nor would I expect you to.
I don't want to bug him about buying or ordering or anything other than this issue, I understand that he does this as a hobby.
Any chance you could contact him and have him contact me?
I can provide you with either my phn# or email
If he does not want to ... fair enough, no prob. I'll either live with it or contact Mr Milner.
Thanks
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I know Don well enough to know he would want to know about this and make it right.
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Bump...?
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Bump...?
No one has helped you out yet? That's sad! Wow! Wish I could help you out!
Reading this thread makes me sick. It's like you asked for his SIN #!
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No one has helped you out yet? That's sad! Wow! Wish I could help you out!
Reading this thread makes me sick. It's like you asked for his SIN #!
I agree. Let me make a few calls tomorrow bobby b.
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pm sent ;)
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Thank you.
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pm sent ;)
Awesome Dave!
Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and all the best in The New Year!
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Awesome Dave!
Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and all the best in The New Year!
Back at ya gg!
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Sorry, I have been off the forum since I posted last. I'm not able to send pm's on this site either.
If no one else has helped you please text me 778-688-3332 and I will gladly give you his number.
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Everyone has the ability to write PMs on this forum actually...
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All is good
Talked to Mr.Campbell and he is going to help me out.
Thank you ..
Merry Christmas!
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I'm glad Bobby B was able to get help, but I'm a little perplexed that he had to jump through the hoops to get it. I understand and respect Mr. Campbell's wish for privacy, but at the least he should have some sort of representative or liason (maybe a good friend from this forum) whom can contact him in times like these. It seems only a select few have the privilege of access to his number which I find almost elitist. I too own several of his reels and heaven forbid if ever I needed his service.
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Glad it's all sorted out Bobby B
Good to know Rodney. I was under the impression only subscribed/paying members could send pms
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Hey Michael.... Don fixed the 'wobble' ;)
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I meet up this Wed. with Mr Campbell and gave him my reel to look at.
Incredibly, he called the very next morning to tell me that he had replaced the bushing and built a new pin for it......!!!
I fished Vedder yesterday( no luck) and went to see him afterwards. A very nice fella, we hung out and chatted ( mostly about fishing ) for quite some time ..... turns out we both hail from the same neck of the woods .... small world.
Thanks all for the help.... greatly appreciated.
Cheers
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Nice to hear there was a happy ending. Very good on Mr. Campbell to correct a second hand reel. Goes to show you the character of the man and the pride in his workmanship.
Thanks for letting us know how this played out.
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Yeah, Don is a fine man and I'm glad he had the opportunity to make this right.
I predict his reels will sky rocket in value and that is a tribute to the man and craftsmanship.
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Just an FYI.....
Don called me last night just to check and make sure the reel was still good. What an awesome fella .....talk about customer service!!
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:)
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"talk about customer service!!" please do, we seldom see that kind of service. Thank you Mr. Campbell, hope some other manufacturers, suppliers and retailers follow suit.