Rebuild an old Shimano Bantam??

[JBehr]

I would like to rebuild/upgrade this old reel that I have had for many years. I bought it used from a friend so I'm not sure how old, but I would guess close to 20 yrs old. I'm mostly interested in new/more bearings and a better drag system. Any ideas on where to order parts or have the work done? I live near Louisville, but do not mind to ship or drive if necessary. Thanks.

Joe

[fishhunter]

the real doctor@bull frog creek 4155 bardstoen rd louisville ky 40218 505 561 0444 try them out hope this helps ...Happy huntin Brian

[BassBest]

Good luck, I have a Shimano Bantam Mag plus about the same age and its hard to get the right parts. I bought what was suppose to be a brake knob for my reel and turned out it wouldn't fit, I'm just hanging on to it until I find another mag plus to buy for parts.

[Calvin]

I have two Shimano B-Mags, 100 and 101 sitting in the garage
that I haven't used in years. Both work great or use them
for parts. E-mail if interested. wchob@bellsouth.net

[busman1]

If you want to do the work yourself. I would suggest that you get a repair dvd from Lake Fork Tackle. Connie has put together a great step by step way to rebuild and clean your reels. Also you can get any parts you need. Another great source for part is Southwestern
Parts dot com. I have redone all of my reels by using these two sources. Good Luck

[JBehr]

Thanks for the info. I'm going to price it at Bull Frog Creek and buying the parts to do myself. Thanks again all.

Joe