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bobby b

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Campbell reel
« on: December 11, 2016, 02:01:00 PM »
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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leapin' tyee

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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #1 on: December 11, 2016, 02:15:11 PM »
Did you buy it second hand ?
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bobby b

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Re: Campbell reel
« Reply #2 on: December 11, 2016, 02:15:41 PM »
Yup
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bobby b

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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2016, 02:50:20 PM »
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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #4 on: December 11, 2016, 03:25:22 PM »
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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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #5 on: December 11, 2016, 03:36:02 PM »
Why did you not check it out before you bought it ?
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bobby b

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Re: Campbell reel
« Reply #6 on: December 11, 2016, 03:49:04 PM »
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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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #7 on: December 11, 2016, 04:21:37 PM »
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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bobby b

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Re: Campbell reel
« Reply #8 on: December 12, 2016, 08:26:19 AM »
Zero grease anywhere but the check lever/pawl.
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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #9 on: December 12, 2016, 09:04:29 AM »
He lives in Hope ... have you tried the phone book on Google?
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bobby b

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Re: Campbell reel
« Reply #10 on: December 12, 2016, 09:33:09 AM »
Thanks Dave

 Yes, I have checked.... there are a few ... Guess I could try some of 'em.
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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #11 on: December 12, 2016, 11:20:03 AM »
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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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #12 on: December 12, 2016, 11:56:46 AM »
Quote from: HOOK on December 12, 2016, 11:20:03 AM
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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bobby b

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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #13 on: December 12, 2016, 11:59:33 AM »
Quote from: HOOK on December 12, 2016, 11:20:03 AM

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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Re: Campbell reel wobble
« Reply #14 on: December 12, 2016, 12:21:03 PM »
I know Don well enough to know he would want to know about this and make it right.
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