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mnmusky

Posted 9/26/2014 3:48 PM (#731989)
Subject: reel gear change

I'm looking (if possible) to take my winch 50 that has 4.6 gearing to 5.4. .is this possible? Thanks

FISHFINDER101

Posted 9/26/2014 4:05 PM (#731991 - in reply to #731989)
Subject: RE: reel gear change

Posts: 345

Location: Poynette WI.

yes it is, and I believe its actually fairly simple from what I've heard. I believe there are some you tube videos and past threads about this too. I'm also interested in doing the same thing. Ill let you know if I find anything on it.

Propster

Posted 9/26/2014 4:16 PM (#731992 - in reply to #731989)
Subject: Re: reel gear change

Posts: 1901

Location: MN

I recently converted an NACL from 6.4 to 5.4, and all that was required was changing the main (drive) gear and the pinion gear. I believe it is the same in this case.

pklingen

Posted 9/26/2014 4:32 PM (#731998 - in reply to #731989)
Subject: Re: reel gear change

Posts: 864

Location: NE Ohio

got 2 reels in having it done right now on ABU REVO TORO WINCH 60's.

muskie! nut

Posted 9/26/2014 4:48 PM (#732001 - in reply to #731989)
Subject: Re: reel gear change

Posts: 2894

Location: Yahara River Chain

The Revo Toro are a little harder because they have tweaked them a few times over the years and there are several that are the same but the internals are just a little different. Make sure the the spool, yoke, and drag parts are on the same (4.6:1 vs 5.4:1) in the parts schematics and you should be able to order parts from that 5.4:1 model to put in your Winch.

btfish

Posted 9/26/2014 4:52 PM (#732002 - in reply to #731998)
Subject: Re: reel gear change

Posts: 410

Location: With my son on the water

I think I have changed out about 15 or more of them.

Several for myself and several for my buddies.

Call Abu Garcia to get the part and it is correct all you need to do is change the pinion and the big main gear.

It cost roughly $40+ with shipping but if you bump your order up to $50 the shipping is free. So it is a good time to order parts too.

I have changed them to 5.4 & 6.4. You have to remove the spool and there is a screw on the inside next to he spool that needs to come out so you can remove the side plate that has the handle on it. Be a bit careful and put parts in order of how you took them out. It is also a good time to clean everything up. Revos are good reels and they will never wear out because you can replace eveything. How we have improved over the years.

Get back to me and I can probable get you the phone number, part numbers, and send you some photos if you need some help.

And hey, as always have a good day because the other way is worse.

mnmusky

Posted 9/26/2014 5:47 PM (#732006 - in reply to #731989)
Subject: Re: reel gear change

Thanks gents. If i can go to 6.4 that would be the ticket! Could use a small burner.

achotrod

Posted 9/27/2014 12:03 PM (#732092 - in reply to #732006)
Subject: Re: reel gear change

Posts: 1283

mnmusky - 9/26/2014 5:47 PM

Thanks gents. If i can go to 6.4 that would be the ticket! Could use a small burner.

Good to have both. I use the 5.4 for 10s/ big rubber and the 6.4 to burn 8s. glide/jerks small rubber etc. 6.4 does 10s alright too but takes more effort then the 5.4

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