Ambassadeur 6600 C4 fishing reel how to take apart and service

This video shows how to take apart and service theAbu Ambassadeur 6600 C4 round baitcasting fishing reel using a step by step approach.
I have been servicing #fishing #reels for over 25 years and am sharing my experiences here. If you enjoy the video, please like it and subscribe to see more on fishing #reel repair and service
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Thank you for watching - Dennis
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[@KVcrna1]

My mid-1970s Abu-matic 170 spin cast reel will probably last another 45 years. I just periodically clean and lubricate it. Works flawlessly. 🎣

[@2ndChanceTackle]

They were built to last! Thanks

[@FanOfLiberty1776]

Nice reel

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Yes it is. IT is in the classic design with quality parts

[@peahead2632]

Dennis, really enjoyed your video. If one was to lose that c-clip, what size would I need to replace it. Are they metric or standard size? Thanks.

[@seymourwrasse3321]

this reel is and will be a classic for years to come

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I think it is one of those that will last and the owners will have nice stories of the fish they caught with it to share with generations

[@surfcat2051]

I like Ambassadors. I have one that is 23 years old and has taken a beating. Replaced line pawl a couple times. spool tension adjustment knob and it's time for new drag washers but it's a great reel. It's a Swedish made model. Best $100 I ever spent. Is that a Chinese made version?

[@richardsurber7928]

6600 and under are all still made in Sweden. Some 7000 parts are made in Sweden but assembled in China for some reason?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

This is not a Chinese version and I do not think well of these made in China. There re a lot of plastic parts in the newer versions and I have seen a lot of them break.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Hmm. It is it, is is simply the company using cheaper labor and sending over their inventory of parts to continue to make the reels until the parts are exhausted and the new ones made there. I haven't seen anything that says assembled in China with parts made in Sweden, but it is possible - Thanks - Dennis

[@stevenpressley5956]

These reels are on the Mount Rushmore of reels. As good as it gets in terms of durability and diversity

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Yes they are. A proven design that lasts and lasts with proper maintenance. Thanks for the note and for watching - Dennis

[@rofishy2]

I’m putting mine back together right now do I need to go in and clean it and can I just remove the gear side without removing the real side

[@bobwarren8836]

Another reel I always wanted and couldn’t afford when I was younger and raising kids. What is your general impression of this reel and how it compares to the regular Abu. Have to admit my favorite part about it is the color lol.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

This is a top notch made in Sweden Abu reel. The materials are good and the design is enduring - The color is nice too! Thanks for asking - Dennis

[@josephmitchell4945]

What is the 6601 ambassador I have 2 looks just like that but it's a 6601 what's the difference an what one is better

[@2ndChanceTackle]

These are just iterations of the reel. The differences in various modes have to do with the internal gears and free spool release mechanisms. Yours is an earlier version. The odd number 6601 means it is a left handed crank to the even numb red 6600 right hand drive. - Dennis

[@whytehouse4909]

I have this reel, and my release button every time I go to cast, it’s really tough to push and hurts your thumbs over time. Any way to loosen the button?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

This is likely old grease in the channels or a bent release bar. If the thumb button spans the frame, you will need to replace the frame. I would recommend taking the reel apart and doing a service before thinking about the frame as old grease may be the culprit - Dennis

[@billheller4364]

I just cleaned my 6600 C4 but after pushing the button for free spool, when i start to crank the handle it goes around one whole turn before the button releases and pops up. something is sticking or not back together right. Maybe something has oil on it that shouldn't. I will try pushing the button up when putting the side plate back on. Any ideas would be appreciated.

[@richardsurber7928]

Should be a small slot the pin goes into the side plate. If in correctly with the trip mechanism it should engage almost immediately. Make sure all the internals are in the right order as well.

[@billheller4364]

@@richardsurber7928 Are you speaking of the hole and pin mentioned at 23:10? Thanks for your thoughts. I really enjoy taking my reels apart and cleaning them along with my rods. I will take it apart and reassemble again. I enjoy this channel and the teaching of Dennis. Thanks again Richard.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Bill - make sure that the click ratchet that sits on the bottom of the gear post is seated firm and even. That ratchet has a rectangle slot that fits the shoulder at the bottom of the post. If it came loose or is not sitting flush, the ratchet will wobble and miss the tag on the release lever. That will cause your issue. - I would go back and make sure it is in there correctly. - Dennis

[@bigguy7618]

Didn’t remove and clean the worm gear and pawl?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

It was clean already. I thought I showed the Paul removal at the end of the clip. It may have been edited out. Thanks for noticing if I did. Dennis

[@bigguy7618]

@@2ndChanceTackle Thanks Dennis I might have been dreaming I hate winter

[@rofishy2]

Instead of taking every last piece apart guys just take the entire gear assembly and spray it off with wd40 the air blow it out lol.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Yeah and some folks just smear new grease over old and call it serviced too!

[@rofishy2]

@@2ndChanceTackle does it reel does it work lol. I’m just being funny. I said wd40 though witch will do what it’s designed to do get down into the crevices and clean out everything. Then you blow it out with an air can or compressor

[@livewithnick]

@@rofishy2you let a witch clean your reel?? 🤷‍♂️