Penn Slammer 560 fishing reel how to take apart and service

[@wilbertbenjamin9928]

I enjoy your videos you do a good job on reels 😊

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Glad you like them!

[@PiotrD-d5t]

Great video, thank You😊

[@2ndChanceTackle]

You’re welcome. Thanks for the note and for watching - Dennis

[@LEE-ON-TOUR]

Thank you !

[@2ndChanceTackle]

YW

[@seymourwrasse3321]

from what I saw on fleabay, they are popular in Europe and Australia

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Yes they are

[@Рыболовныекатушки]

Очень хороший ролик с подробными пояснениями. Но есть одна очень большая ошибка! Нельзя смазывать жидким маслом закрытые подшипники! Масло проникает под экран и растворяет заводскую густую смазку подшипника. Подшипник начнёт шуметь, и срок его службы резко сократится.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Thanks for the clarification

[@Underthewoodd]

Great video. Wish I had this to watch when I had to replace my disintegrated plastic bearing retainer under the spool, or the separate time when my cross block exploded. Was able to get both parts from Penn but clearly mine was post 2005 💩

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Sounds like you have had some bad luck with the reel. I am curious what would cause the bearing retainer issue. Thanks - Dennis

[@ChrisSchwamb]

I've worked on several 1st generation slammers which did not have an easy life. It's easy when you can get the 4 side plate screws out but more often than not they're stuck. I have a friend's 260 with 2 stubborn screws. And, I have a 460 that needs a new AR clutch/sleeve assembly. I can't justify $30+ to replace. They don't always have a happy ending after some TLC.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Well said. I try soaking the stubborn screws with penetrating oil overnight and give it a go in the morning. I find that does help loosen up some - Thanks for the note - Dennis

[@leehotspur9679]

Hi I am a retired engineering fitter and did a lot of marine work .Stainless machine screws in alu castings I use a soldering iron to heat up the screw, this breaks the bond then aerosol whatevers eg WD 40 Turn forward first then back out gently This works for Loctite screws as well

[@RickMahoney2013]

Very clean reel. Dennis what is your turn around time. Thanks Rick

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Generally about a week, unless parts are needed

[@RickMahoney2013]

@@2ndChanceTackle thanks

[@seymourwrasse3321]

what level of reel is this, ( entry- to pro)? I think you know what I mean, the materials look top of the line. I'm not familiar to much of the Penn spinning reels other then the older Greenies. this looks like a great piece of gear

[@2ndChanceTackle]

This one goes above the Battle series

[@dingydate]

Hi Dennis , i also have this reel it has seen very little work mainly because the Drag seems to be jumpy or sticky , after looking at your video i would now be keen to have a look at the drag system, if that's what you think it might be ,i have had fish on and it sticky, not good at all. any advise will be appreciated. Cheers Chris

[@2ndChanceTackle]

It sounds like there is dirt or debris on the drags or possibly something trapped in the reel, like broken line. I think you should try to tune up the reel - Thanks for asking - Dennis

[@dingydate]

@@2ndChanceTackle THANK'S Dennis i will get in there and have a look. Cheers Aussie Chris

[@danstefan5582]

Hello there! You think we can upgrade the drag on this model of reel? I mean a quick drag?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Not needed. The drag in the reel is Penn's version of the Carbontex drag, so no upgrade is required - Dennis

[@ottobelau1736]

Hi Dennis, I have question... wich is better, this Slammer *60 series or Spinfisher series? Thank you

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Both are nice series. The Slammer has the drags beneath the spool, so they are less prone to wear. I prefer the spin fisher series. They are heavier than the slammer but they are proven to last a very long time with proper maintenance

[@wilmarbarrick3194]

So Dennis, you see a lot of reels... which anti-reverse offers the best longevity/durability: a one way bearing like this or a ratcheting dog design (assuming both are properly serviced)?

[@2ndChanceTackle]

The one way clutch is better, but it needs to be kept clean. If not, it will rust. The forked dog is good, but the tines separate after a lot of use and that causes failure. I think the spring bound claw is good, but it is not instant A/R and it is not silent. So each has it advantage and disadvantage. I would go with the clutch first and then the claw

[@kellergibson5643]

I have a question for you buddy. I have a 460 and have done a service to it but every time i turn the handle a noise from the gears appears. I have watched this video more than 10 times, i have used less and more grease, all gear teeth are fine with not sign of wear and tear. i have the blueprint and assembled it accordingly but still sounds and you can feel it gridding when i turn the handle. Any suggestions that you can give me? Thanks

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Try adding or removing a shim washer to or from the main gear post - Your gear meshing may be too tight or too loose That would be my best guess based on what your note reads. It is not grease

[@stevecarrero4120]

I don’t understand the purpose of the single washer top drag when the main system is underneath the spool. 🤔 🧐

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I think that is to help hold the adjuster knob from shaking loose from vibration.

[@stevecarrero4120]

@@2ndChanceTackle Makes sense.