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How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel

Introduzione

Basic knowledge of a spinning reel is needed for this fix, due to this guide being a replacement of the reel’s bail spring. Even though we use a specific brand of spinning reel (Mitchell 300), the same methods apply to all spinning reels with a bail arm. Also, in order to perform this replacement, a new bail spring with the correct dimensions is required in order for the reel to act properly. With the correct equipment and basic knowledge of the reel, this guide should be a breeze to follow and should help several people with fixing their spinning reels!

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  1. How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel, Spinning Reel Bail Spring Replacement for south bend 840: passo 1, immagine 1 di 1

    • Remove the screw that holds the base of the bail arm to the reel with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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  2. How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 2, immagine 1 di 2 How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 2, immagine 2 di 2

    • Slowly pull the base of the bail arm away from the reel in a twisting motion to separate the two parts.

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  3. How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 3, immagine 1 di 1

    • Remove the worn out bail spring by pushing down on the spring, then pulling outward away from the reel.

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  5. How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 4, immagine 1 di 3 How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 4, immagine 2 di 3 How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 4, immagine 3 di 3

    • Replace the worn out bail spring by separating the pin from the spring. Then place the original pin inside of the new spring.

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  6. How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 5, immagine 1 di 2 How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 5, immagine 2 di 2

    • Place the new bail spring and pin back in the spring slot. Lightly push down on the spring to allow it to sit in its original position.

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  7. How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 6, immagine 1 di 1

    • Line the bail back up with the reel, ensuring all holes align with each other. Lightly squeeze the bail and reel together to allow the two pieces to snap back together.

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  8. How to Replace the Bail Spring in a Spinning Reel: passo 7, immagine 1 di 1

    • Insert the same screw used in Step 1 back into the hole and firmly screw it in.

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Conclusione

By replacing the spring, the entire open bail reel is saved from turning into unnecessary garbage that is harmful to the environment. Happy Fishing!

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Thanks for the clear pictures and instructions. Your tutorial was helpful along with a YouTube video on bail repair of a very similar spinning reel I have.

Steve McCormick - Replica

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