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Johnson Reel Discussions / Mat's Reel Repair Johnson Parts
« Last post by GaryWB on March 28, 2024, 03:48:37 PM »
Since John Fowler just mentioned he called Mat's Reel Repair inquiring about Johnson parts and was told they have sold all of them.

I'm in the process of buying Mat's Johnson parts.  He and I have talked about several times over the years.  I finally wrote him a couple of months back and told him I was interested.  IF, that was something he still wanted to do.

It's in the works, but all I've done so far is mail him a deposit.  He's packing stuff up.  So it will be sometime before I actually have any of his parts here.


Just letting you guys know what is going on.
Gary
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Johnson Reel Discussions / Re: CM-6
« Last post by Jp Elim on March 28, 2024, 08:02:07 AM »
Gosh. Never know what my remarks might spark on here, Even an Atom Bomb ! Got a good laugh from your reply. If it makes you feel any better, I was always to blame when I ran the combine for the custom harvester.         
   "John the Jinks" was my name and proud of it !!!  ::)
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Johnson Reel Discussions / Re: CM-6
« Last post by Baron2 on March 27, 2024, 05:33:24 AM »
No mention of spooling that reel with any other than 6lb test line.

Maybe someone has physically tried it though and can shed some light on the subject

With some of the less complex Spincast Reels there is poor initiation of the drag. You might be fishing for fish where 4lb test is all you need. But you might be using a reel that takes six or eight lbs of tug to get the drag to let go. Not completely sure but I seem to remember the Zebco 202 and some of my Johnsons being this way. So  this example may affect what the manufacturer is willing to recommend. The other issue being the reels ability to brake line when casting.
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Johnson Reel Discussions / Re: CM-6
« Last post by Baron2 on March 27, 2024, 05:18:32 AM »
My family constantly reminds me that I ain't no Einstine.
Ironically I had two Nick Names on the farm. I hated that all my Neighbors and hired folk called me by those names. One was "Wreck-em-all" and the other? "Don Don The Atom Bomb".

Nuf Said!
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Johnson Reel Discussions / Re: CM-6
« Last post by Jp Elim on March 26, 2024, 10:14:08 PM »
Einstein wondered about a lot of things. Take the plunge and try it. At least you won't end up with an atom bomb ! Just be sure and let us know how it goes .
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Johnson Reel Discussions / Re: CM-6
« Last post by GaryWB on March 26, 2024, 11:57:49 AM »
No mention of spooling that reel with any other than 6lb test line.

Maybe someone has physically tried it though and can shed some light on the subject
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Johnson Reel Discussions / CM-6
« Last post by Baron2 on March 26, 2024, 04:33:45 AM »
Good Morning. I have acquired a CM-6 and I also have another that I'm not sure the size. I'm looking to potentially add this reel to my spring Ultralight lineup and I wonder if 4lb line may work? I found this list in the archives but it seemed to be available for all of the CM reels. With no mention of 4 lb should I assume that it was not recommended?

706-3-6
706-3-8
706-3-10
706-3-12
706-3-14


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Ask A Question / Re: Looking for 100B and 110B parts
« Last post by GaryWB on March 21, 2024, 08:26:55 AM »
Pictures are helpful.  Since there several variations in the reels
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Model 235 (1981-1982) / Re: Sprint 235 Pictures
« Last post by salmonfishing on March 12, 2024, 12:27:58 PM »
Gary, glad the pics were of use. And I like your insight on that clip on the drag! Seems pretty logical as to why.
Chuck
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Model 235 (1981-1982) / Re: Sprint 235 Pictures
« Last post by GaryWB on March 12, 2024, 12:05:07 PM »
By the way Chuck, if I hadn't looked at the pictures you posted on the 235 I would still be out in the garage trying to figure it out.

I was trying to install the bearing (Part #148) on backwards.  My brain said that was the way it should go on.  Brain was wrong....again!

You saved my bacon.

I had a pinion gear someone installed on a drive shaft that was a wee bit longer.  Couldn't figure out why the rotor wouldn't return all the way.  Finally figured that out.  I compared it to another one I had and noticed that drive shaft was a little longer, etc.

I'm worn out now.  Between the repairs and writing.
Gary
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