Unusual Abu Ambassadeur EON 3601 fishing reel how to take apart and service

[@christopherjenkins2373]

I’ve never seen this one before. Ever since seeing that great Abu Garcia video on the origin of that great company I have renewed my interest in these reels. I encourage all who love quality reels to watch that video. I like seeing a reel like this because it is so different. As you say, a very fascinating reel!

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bryangriffin9397]

I'm watching you right now I'm trying to get it done.

[@cjmoundalexis2567]

Hi Dennis, Engineering on this Abu reel is off-the-charts !! There seemed to be a new "twist" at every turn ? ie. exra locking rings, external drive housing, mini triple gears, individual drag configuration assembly parts, odd orientations and lastly a quirky pawl assembly !! Wow... Glad you were able to get a schematic, otherwise it might have gotten "reallllllllllly interesting" !!! Congrats on one of your Best video efforts ever... Well done, Cons

[@2ndChanceTackle]

This one is very interesting. I liked how it performed in the post service testing. Very smooth and casts super easy. If you find one at a good price - get it. You won't be disappointed - Best wishes Cons - Dennis

[@cjmoundalexis2567]

Will do !

[@danielsson6867]

Still strong in love with mine (EON 3601). In my opinion, a very underrated reel and still my favorite. I never quite understood why they stopped developing those planet gears. Really sound thing from an engenering pow. Smoothest drag ever! ... many thanks for the video, dennis. :)

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Thanks for sharing! That is a great version of the reel and I am unsure why they decoded to discontinue the reel. - Dennis

[@maurolopes2601]

Formidável a aula de como desmontar uma carretilha Ambassadeur EON!

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Thank you!

[@eddieweigel9490]

That’s pretty cool Dennis it’s like a planetary gear setup on a heavy duty truck rear that’s fantastic

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Thanks Eddie - I haven't worked on trucks. I will take your word for it! Dennis

[@stevecarrero4120]

When I first seen you start this reel I thought it was going to be a real pain for you to do. Especially when I saw the 3 gears it reminded me of the 1989 Penn 2000 2 speed baitcaster you serviced for me this past spring. Thankfully this was much easier than that Penn. (which is working flawlessly by the way.) You have great patients Dennis. Thanks.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Thanks Steve. Yes - this one was very interesting, as was yours. Best wishes - Dennis

[@willtrax71]

Great Video my Friend and I still have the 4000 series Abu I started on in the late 70’s lol and with care these will last a long time. I’ve noticed the China Abu’s are built a bit different so I stay away from the Graphite frame Guys. Stay safe my Friend Semper Fidelis

[@2ndChanceTackle]

I don't like the Cheese made versions. I think they are of lesser quality than those made in Sweden. Plastic parts and poor finish are but two reasons I have for my obvious disappointment in these products - Dennis

[@orvillesmith3572]

Great video Dennis and I watched a podcast with you was just over an hour long and it was very good to watch!

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Glad you enjoyed it! Best wishes - Dennis

[@jackgoodner6789]

I never owned one of these, but as I remember there was a lot of trouble with the frame flexing and they were only sold for a very short time.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

That's a possible reason for discontinuing the reel. There are a great many innovations made in reel manufacture. Some work, some fail. The flexing may have been the downside on a great ide - Thanks

[@exitar1]

I had problems with the anti reverse took it apart and lubed the anti reverse with a lite synthetic oil now its working fine..

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Great to hear - Best wishes fishing with it

[@henryschmidt636]

Interesting, the Pro model was never available to the US market. I got the standard Eon when it came out. It never really worked right out of the box. Abu refused to fix it, offering my money back.

[@2ndChanceTackle]

Thanks for sharing. A lot of companied simply offer a replacement versus repair. That's the state of their customer service and support! Dennis