I have a Relum Centrepin but there is a problem with the central brass bush fitted to the backplate which is a one piece fitting.It has become very slightly loose so that it rotates and wobbles a fraction so when the spool is fitted it therefore causes some movement.
Before I contact Garry Mills has anyone got a simple suggestion as to how to fix the bush satisfactorily so there is no movement or should I just send it to Garry?
Problem with Relum Centrepin
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Re: Problem with Relum Centrepin
It looks like it has a slot for a screwdriver?
I'd remove it, put a dab of loctite tgread lock on the thread and retighten, it shouldn't happen again.
I'd remove it, put a dab of loctite tgread lock on the thread and retighten, it shouldn't happen again.
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Re: Problem with Relum Centrepin
Sorry no
There are 2 pins on the spindle that fit into that slot. The bush is in one piece and cannot be removed but thanks anyway.
There are 2 pins on the spindle that fit into that slot. The bush is in one piece and cannot be removed but thanks anyway.
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Re: Problem with Relum Centrepin
I have never seen one of these close up, but it appears that the slotted central brass bush has been pressed into the backplate, relying on its tight fit to prevent movement.
If there is already detectable movement, it’s not going to go away and has to be sorted out.
It might be possible to work in some Loctite from the outside, not the slotted side-but the most permanent method would be to press it out, re-size the relevant diameter and re-press it in again with the right tooling.
I have a good bench press that would do the job. The Mill Tackle Company are the experts but send a PM if you would like me to help..
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If there is already detectable movement, it’s not going to go away and has to be sorted out.
It might be possible to work in some Loctite from the outside, not the slotted side-but the most permanent method would be to press it out, re-size the relevant diameter and re-press it in again with the right tooling.
I have a good bench press that would do the job. The Mill Tackle Company are the experts but send a PM if you would like me to help..
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Re: Problem with Relum Centrepin
Thanks for the offer WM I will let Garry have a look at it when we have the next Romsey Fair in March/April as I have a couple of other reels that need attention.
I was just hoping there was something simple I could do but my engineering skills are non existent. But thanks again.
Mike
I was just hoping there was something simple I could do but my engineering skills are non existent. But thanks again.
Mike
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Re: Problem with Relum Centrepin
I had a similar problem once - can’t remember what reel it was - but I put a flat rubber washer on when I tighten it all up, which grabbed all bits, and it absolutely did the trick.
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Re: Problem with Relum Centrepin
Thanks for the suggestion but doesn't work on this design reel
Mike
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