Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 6600 c4 fishing reel take apart and service

[@jamesrock9446]

I have two of these reels and thanks for the video, this will help me tremendously when its time to service them.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

These are great reels and are worth taking care of. Good for you for keeping them running.

[@James-dn8dh]

Very informative. One note, unless they switched production mid generation the ones I have from this generation still have the made in sweden stamped into the metal just like the ones I have from 1 and 2 generations prior to this one.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Is you model the C4? Most C4 reel versions were made in China. - Thanks for the note - Dennis

[@blueherringsc]

I need help figuring out how to put the line out alarm little black plastic sleeve back on properly I accidentally left it off when I was greasing, the other side of the reel.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Can you send me a picture of the part and your reel to my email? I will try to help. My email is [e-mail] - Dennis

[@ronaldanderson3628]

Dennis, I have this reel in the 6601 version. The drag system does appear to adjust loose to tight in pulling line off of the spool from the star drag assembly adjuster. There is a lot of play in the reel handle shaft assembly. I have not taken it apart, but when you pull the line off of the reel, the reel handle spins backwards. What do you anticipate the issues are? I am not familiar on the names of the parts. Great video, thank you for posting it.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

The reel handle turning backwards is a problem in the anti-reverse system. The loose handle shaft play is possible a missing "E" clip that holds the gear sleeve on to the shaft - Thanks for asking - Dennis

[@handymanfortheunhandy6255]

Can you show the left side cleaning

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I will see what I can do

[@easyfishing9152]

Hey...i got an old ambassadeur MAG 1 PLUS .. there is not video on KZbin ... So you are the king....of reels... If you have any information about it it would be nice...share it with us.. thanks

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Start with the schematic. Go to abureels.com to the support page and you will find a tab for schematics. Type in Mag 1 to narrow your search. That should get you started - Dennis

[@ctne4]

hey Dennis .. I was wondering if you ever changed the plastic pawl gear on the far side from the handle … there is a big plastic gear and then a little gear … mine little gear is broken .. just wondering how to remove the little gear .. thank you for any reply ..

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Sure - these need to be changed all the time! The gear is called the idler gear and the big and small are on the same piece. Most of the time these either sit on a post and are held be a, "E" clip, or are held be a screw. Some just float on a post and are held by the case. Check for the schematic at www.abugarcia.com/AbuGarcia-reel-schematics.html and determine which one you have. You then remover the side plate and either pull the clip or screw of just the gear and replace. - Thanks for asking - Dennis

[@dookjr]

Hello Dennis thanks for your videos. Can you use Abu Garcia Ambassadeur reels in salt water? Thanks LLoyd

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Hi Lloyd - these can be used for inshore ocean and surfcasting in saltwater. Just use the normal post fishing wash off and cleaning and the will last a long time - Dennis

[@dookjr]

Thanks for your reply Dennis. I really like watching your videos. I have a bunch of old reels in the garage that were my Dads and some that were mine when I was a kid. Am having lots of fun bringing them back to life. I found a Heddon 295 reel in the garage and am restoring it per your Heddon video. The drag washers are in bad shape. Is there a modern replacement for them? I cant find much information on that reel on the web. Thanks LLoyd

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Thanks Lloyd. I am not aware of any new old stock washers for these, but if you contact Smoothdrag.com, they may be able to match the ones you have. You are going to need the inside and outside diameter measurements for them prior to the call - Dennis

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Jesse - you can send your pictures to me at [e-mail] - Dennis

[@jeremydixon5208]

I just took my 6600 apart and cleaned it but once I put it back together its very stiff. I removed the side plate and took the spool put and its smooth,but when I set the spool back in its very stiff again. Do you know what might be causing this or what I might be doing wrong?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

There are two likely causes. One is that the spool adjuster is too tight. If you added grease to each side then you need to back off the spool adjuster a little and grease would be taking up the slack. Try that first. The other cause may be that the spool brakes are not inside the ring on the backplate. Make sure you put the spool brakes in towards the spool shaft before putting the side plate on. - I hope that helps Dennis

[@thelowmein9143]

When you say fabric washer, is that a carbon fiber washer? Also on this reel, it has the 6 pin centrifugal brake on the spool correct? Is that supposed to be user adjustable? Or is meant to work on its own? I’m familiar with the system but this one seems hard to access. Are you supposed to set it once and forget it?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Yes, I mean the carbon fiber washer. The centrifugal brake pins are adjusted by removing the pads. The less pads, the freer that it spins. You need to remove the side plate to get to them. They are on the spool.

[@lukecarroll9540]

Thanks for the great video Dennis. I feel confident repairing my C4 now. I need a new drive shaft as it has been stripped out from over tightening the nut. Can you tell me where the best place to order parts from? It appears Abu Garcia is closed due to Covid19...Waited two hours on hold and my email bounced back due to "full inbox" so they must not be in the office. THanks!

[@2ndChanceTackle]

You should be able to get most of the parts through ereplacementparts.com Just make sure you put your model number in the search bar or you will get 1000's of parts returned. Try limiting it ti ambassador 6400 to start. That should bring up a parts diagram and then you can see the parts available - Dennis

[@hstetser5376]

Dennis you dont service the level wind mechanism at all? I use mine in saltwater, what should i do? Oil or grease?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

The level wind worm gear gets oil. Grease will trap dirt, micro-grain sand and dried salt. I generally remove the pawl and pawl carried, clean the pawl and put a drop of oil in the carrier before I reinstall. If I missed that in this video, it was an oversight. Thank you - Dennis

[@scottcole5822]

My level wind is sticking any solutions

[@azman4749]

@@scottcole5822 you should remove the worm gear shaft after you remove the screw that protect pawl. Clean with lighter fluid or petrol. Check the pawl whether it is still in good condition. Use light oil after you put together the level wind assembly

[@dough2448]

Thanks for the video, much appreciated! I lost the C Lock and they are no longer available thru Abu Garcia or either of their online parts stores. Do you know what size it is? And where a person might find one? Thanks

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Doug - I don't know the size, but I have had luck getting the "E" clips from a local hardware store. They are not exact matches, but as long as the interior ring locks, you can always put the handle nut on before the clip. You can also find assortment packs on Ebay by searching E Clips. If you buy the metric assortment, you should be able to get one that fits. Of course, you will have a whole lot more than you need, but it should help you put the reel back together - Dennis

[@boobots4797]

Hey Dennis what’s up with that state of the art flash light?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Haha - It's been on the bench a long time and still works when I need help finding a part falls to the floor. Like me, it is old, but still works!

[@ianb4801]

"Made in Sweden" is stamped into the cank end shell. The level wind guide is NOT plastic. You can also see evidence of a Abu Sweden model/revisuion/mfg darte code on the underneath of the mounting feet. Pretty unlikely that this reel was made in Asia.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I will need to go back and check that reel - Dennis

[@CrunkyOMan83]

hi dennis can, you give me the names on the greases you use, and possibly where to buy them?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Sure - I use Penn Precision reel grease and Cal's Universal Drag grease for the greases and Penn reel oil or ReelX for the oils. I believe all are available on Amazon. - Thanks for asking - Dennis

[@denofearthundertheeverlast5138]

Hi Dennis, thanks for the video, the C3-4's are MIS.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

You are welcome. This version is solid, but not my favorite of the lot - Dennis

[@CumminsRam]

@@2ndChanceTackle Hi, I was wondering which one was your favorite? I was considering picking up one of these C4's or maybe a Tica. I'd love some input, I really appreciate something that's well made and easy to service. Thanks, I really appreciate your videos.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I like both. I am currently fishing with he Tica. It is a solid reel that is great for surf casting - Dennis

[@CumminsRam]

@@2ndChanceTackle ok thank you, I appreciate the input.

[@JamesLDurham]

I thought the carbon fibre washers didn't require lubrication.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

They don't - The manufacturer says you can run them dry, or you can use a light coat of grease that is toweled off. You should not use any more as the material does not absorb grease and the more you add, the less grip more slip you have as a result - Dennis

[@Photowrm]

Dennis as usual you bailed me out again. I have a problem with a similar reel. 6500C4, the gear on the end of spool axle seems to be loose allowing gear to strip so that the gear doesn’t drive level wind. The side plate gears seem ok?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Check to make sure that the click ratchet is seated properly on the gear shaft. If that is not on tight, the main gear will be loose. - Dennis

[@dmitripavlov5070]

You forgot to oil and clean worm gear in the line winder. It often gets sand and dust there

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Dmitri - you are correct. I will go back and watch the video. I sometimes rush and often forget as I am doing these as I don't edit them. Your points are valid. The worm gear and pawl/line guides need to be oiled as part of the basic service. Thank you Dennis

[@dmitripavlov5070]

No problem, just wanted to help

[@Pencil-b4m]

That's a Swedish made reel. Most Ambassadeurs still are. The S series and the B series are Chinese. I think all 7000's are either assembled in China or have parts made in China. The 7000 series still have the excellent quality. The S and B series 5000 and 6000's don't though.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

This is an enduring design and for the most part, still a dependable and durable reel, regardless of where they are put together. The biggest complaint I get is on the handle and star drag adjuster nut. The newer ones are aluminum or other soft metal and they bend easily. I would like to see those redesigned.

[@bobblankenship6697]

@@2ndChanceTackle Greetings, I have a 6600sx abu. I tried to dismantle and clean and re-grease it. It seems I can't get it back together as it was. Would you fix my reel back as it was? I'm sure I have not lost any of the pieces. Do you do that kind of thing. If so, what would you charge to run my reel through your maintenance? Thanks Don I'm not sure how we could communicate further.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Please send me a note to - [e-mail] and I will give you the details on my repair services - Thanks for asking - Dennis

[@eddieetheridge3601]

I Had A 5600 S,It Had More Plastic Than Tupper Ware