Hardy Exalta: help needed

[Bobby Marlene]

Dear Hardy and reel specialists, I need your help. I have a Exalta that looks and feels good but: the flyeror however it is called has exessive clearance. When I engage the anti reverse (block the spindle) the flyer still moves by 0,5 cm back and forth. Sorry, difficult to describe. Thanks for your help, Bobby

[SAJ]

Hi Bobby.

Have you just acquired this reel or has this happened over time?
From your description it sounds like there is a complete bearing missing from the spindle.
Can you remove the cover plate and post a picture of the inside mechanism?

SAJ

[Bobby Marlene]

Thanks SAJ, I have just bought the reel. I am very busy at work currently. I will try to remove the plate next week and post a picture. Thanks, Bobby

[Bobby Marlene]

Hi, here is a picture. I hope someone can help. I would also be happy to send the reel to any person who could service it. Any suggestions very welcome. Thanks guys, Bobby

[Nobby]

There has to be something to lock the black arm and the rod that goes forward to the rotor together.( Top right in your image)

Is a circlip missing?

[Bobby Marlene]

Thanks Nobby, I will check that and report. Best, Bobby