Abu Ambassadeur 6000 fishing reel how to service and repair

[@christopherjenkins2373]

This is the only Ambassador that I am familiar with. I had a 7000 very similar to this at one time. They are beautiful little machines! - Chris

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Yes they are!

[@borderlands6606]

I'm about to give my 20+ year old C3 its first service. Fingers will be on the pause button of this video throughout.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

You can do it! Best wishes - Dennis

[@borderlands6606]

@@2ndChanceTackle I did it, your help with this video was invaluable. The reel wasn't too bad inside, some of the grease had thinned and was dirty. Replaced with light oil and semi-translucent cycle grease where appropriate. Looked a lot like Penn grease in consistency, and was to hand. The line traverser required a good clean, and the whole reel runs much better now. 👍

[@donsteffen4012]

Very enjoyable watch... Thank you

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Your are welcome - best wishes - Dennis

[@jorgei.jurado7049]

I just bought one today! so thank you for having this ready for one like myself! 😊

[@2ndChanceTackle]

YW - Best wishes on tuning up your reel and on great fishing - Dennis

[@Orlosthedruid]

I love all my Abu's....all 23 of them !

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I like them as well. Hard to beat the older made in Sweden ones - Dennis

[@bobbymiller1672]

One of my favorite Reels .

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Mine too!

[@Dsmuyt]

Good luck to you and I hope you get your voice back👍 Thanks for the great vids

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Thanks 👍

[@richardsurber7928]

6500 and under. Still made in Sweden and one of the most dependable and easy to work on reels. And parts available like a lot of Penn reels.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Just be careful - there are several version made in China that are not up to the older standard

[@coryhall668]

Can I use dawn dish soap to do a clean on the reel and as far as cleaning the outside what would you recommend

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I do not recommend dish detergent. It is formulated to dissolve grease and rinsing down your reel with it will dissolve the greases and oils in the reel. I recommend only a fresh water bath. To clean the exterior, you can use a rod and reel cleaner. Penn makes one that I use. Thanks for asking - Dennis

[@leonadrowski2983]

I've got an old 5000 series from I'm guessing 1960's and as far as I know it's never been apart and was curious if servicing would be similar to this 6000?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Yes - the servicing is similar - You can use this video as a reference Dennis

[@reidhomes7651]

I have one with the level wind. Can the level wind be removed to make a good casting reel?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

You can, but it should be a good casting reel without doing that. If you want to remove the gears to improve casting. Make sure you remove the line guide and pawl as well as the plastic idler gear in the non gear side plate. Once you remove the line guide, pawl and cap, put the worm gear and shield back on the rel. That will prevent water intrusion. Keep the idler gear and other parts incase you want to restore the line guide function in the future. Those parts are expensive, so you can avoid future costs if you hold on to those parts - Dennis

[@seymourwrasse3321]

it took me a minute to see what you were talking about the rim of the spool, once I did, I wonder how it turned at all

[@jaydenszeto7037]

Hey Dennis, I have a Newell 338 I just got off Ebay, its spool is very loose , how can I adjust the spool to where its tighter and how tight should it be for optimal casting?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

The bearings on both sides have a screw driver slot. Turn the screws clockwise to tighten. Tighten it down all of the way and then back it off about 1/4 to 1/2 turn to set the right tension for casting - Dennis

[@kencapper4889]

I am in Australia.. I'm wondering when you filmed this service.?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I filmed this one about 1 year ago

[@billzinkhan6403]

A good ball of line for the heat gun😂

[@luke_fishingnj]

I have an ambassador 500 xlt that was my grandfathers. When I was servicing it the drag parts fell out so I can’t find a video to see exactly how that should be reassembled. Would love to get some input.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Go to the page in the link and get the reel schematic for your model. That will show the burst diagram of where the drag parts belong on reassembly. Thanks for asking - Dennis www.reelschematic.com/reel-schematics/abu-garcia-reel-schematics/abu-garcia-xlt-schematics/#gsc.tab=0

[@bowlhead03]

Hi I know this is a year old but my uncle just gave me his reel and I really want to teach myself how to service it. Your video is really great to follow. Can you tell me what oil, penetrating oil, and grease you use. This may sound dumb but I’m an absolute newby but are thoroughly enjoying the process! Also my reel has the opposite issue - it looks to have some dry and even rusted pieces. Can these be serviced or do they need replacing? Thanks for your videos.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I use any brand penetrating oil including the store brands. If you want a name brand, WD-40 is that. I use Penn precision reel oil and grease. You can find these in a combination pack online and buy through many resellers. Thanks for watching and for asking - Dennis

[@bowlhead03]

@@2ndChanceTackle Thanks. Appreciated. Just in relation to the last question - if the reel is void of oil and some pieces almost rusty - can they be rejuvenated with the penetrating or or will I need to purchase new pieces?

[@puffinondasticky]

Are these worth anything? I was given a 3 screw red 6000 or should I just go fish with it and is it good for normal Midwest bass catfish ect fishing ?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Take it fishing! They are worth about $50 and there are plenty available, not rare

[@reedy1491]

My 6000 has lost the ability to adjust the freespool tension. What causes this and how do I repair it? Thank You.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

That is generally attributed to worn, broken or stuck drag washers. You should check that first. I am assuming that you have not had the reel apart and caused the issue with a. reassembly error - Dennis

[@reedy1491]

@@2ndChanceTackle The mechanical drag is what I have lost the ability to tighten enough.

[@pablomassardi]

I didn't look closely but I didn't see the 2 brakes that this reel comes with, don't you use them??? Greetings from Uruguay

[@2ndChanceTackle]

They can be removed or sometimes they fall out. I use the brakes in mine. This owner did not - Dennis

[@rwhee641]

The handle moves in and out bout 1/8" on my brand new ABU Rocket...any idea ? Help please

[@2ndChanceTackle]

First guess is the the "E" clip is missing from the gear shaft. That holds the sleeve on and the movement could happen if it is missing - Dennis

[@EzequielMaldonado-f4d]

About how much would it cost to service that same reel

[@2ndChanceTackle]

About $30-35 with shipping

[@danielmcharron]

Believe it or not, I actually had a reel come to my shop that had automotive grease in it. And old grease at that.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Easy to believe. Axle grease no doubt. Hate it! and the Lithium spray grease too! - Thanks

[@Ostin.Garba.]

Have an old silver shield version. With mine I’m having extreme issues with servicing. Taken it apart 6 times now and I still get issues with reeling in. There is no line and it is well oiled, it feels like it has a fish on or the drag is high or something.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Have you replaced the drag washer? Do you have all of the shine washers in the stack? You may be bottoming out on the gear sleeve if the washer is worn or broken - Dennis