13 days later, Avet called to ask how I wanted the reel shipped back but since they called at 5:30am (8:30am their time), I missed that call and by the time I called back, they had shipped the reel via USPS Priority for $24.25
The reel is combined with a carbon fiber rod constructed of alternating layers of carbon fiber to reduce weight and increase sensitivity
After some time with the guitar, I think it was the right choice to have the guitar resto-modded (to borrow a car culture expression)
Spartacus II bait casting reels have dynamic features, an extremely sleek lower profile of only 39 mm, about 10% lower than Spartacus I, and a weight of only 6 ounces for your battle in pursuit of your personal best
It will go back together, but the drag won't work properly so may not allow the spool to engage for retrieving line Another possible problem would be the mechanism that disengages/ re-engages the spool for casting & retrieving
Now inspect and clean the gears - make sure you scoop out the heaps of grease that will build up in certain spots Use the toothbrush to clean out the main, big gear teeth If you fish a lot - like every day, a lot - or if you've NEVER cleaned your reel out - the amount of dirt, gunk, and funk you get out of your reel will be ridiculous