{"id":1167,"date":"2022-09-03T11:38:26","date_gmt":"2022-09-03T05:38:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mcneesereels.com\/?p=1167"},"modified":"2022-09-15T12:44:14","modified_gmt":"2022-09-15T06:44:14","slug":"fix-a-fishing-reel-that-wont-lock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mcneesereels.com\/fishing-tips-guides\/fix-a-fishing-reel-that-wont-lock\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you fix a fishing reel that won’t lock?"},"content":{"rendered":"
Fishing reels<\/a> are one of the essential elements for those who are fond of fishing. <\/span>But, having a fishing reel that won’t lock is terrible. <\/span>Finding the reason behind the problem is the first step to solving it. The possible ones are a broken spool<\/strong> or bail wire<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n There are several reasons for stopping the fishing reel from working.<\/span><\/p>\n Have you noticed the U-shaped metal in your spinning reel? It is a bail. A spinning reel can not work without a perfect bail. When the bail works, the fishing reel automatically does its function. <\/span>The bail is a crucial item to control the locking system of your fishing reel. Unfortunately, the broken bail restricts your fishing reel’s locking if it breaks down. A low-graded fishing reel breaks down more quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n You can quickly fix the broken spool or bail of your fishing reel.<\/span><\/p>\n Collect the following instruments:<\/strong><\/p>\n Unscrew the bail<\/b><\/p>\n First, remove the screw from the bail. There are two little screws to hold the base of the bail together with the reel. You should remove them to expose the mechanism surface.<\/span><\/p>\n The most important step in repairing the fishing rod is to remove the screws from the propelling arm.<\/span><\/p>\n Now take out the bail’s basement from the reel. Place the screws on the side. But, if you think that the screws are rusted and unable to be used, you should replace them.<\/span><\/p>\n Removing the bail wire<\/b><\/p>\n Here you can find a worn-out bail spring. Remove it by pushing down on the spring. Observe the piece carefully if there is any damage.<\/span><\/p>\n Pull the spring outward from the reel. Try to fix the damage to the bail wire. It would be better to replace the part if fixing it is impossible.<\/span><\/p>\n Replacing the bail<\/strong><\/p>\n Now, replace the worn-out bail. You should remove the pin from the spring and replace the bail. Now, take a new spring and place the original pin inside it.<\/span><\/p>\nWhy won’t my fishing reel lock? (Possible fixes)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Broken spool or bail<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
How to fix a broken spool or bail?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
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Damaged anti-reverse system<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n