Daiwa manufactures an extensive selection of fishing reels from light spinning for freshwater to conventional saltwater reels. Product lines include dozens of styles as well as spincasting and baitcasting models. Daiwa maintains a full complement of replacement parts for each of its production reels, which is notable since the company produces more than 600 models. Essential parts and components for each type of reel can be ordered through distributors or outlets that service and repair Daiwa reels.
Spinning Reels
Spinning reels that aren’t stored correctly or maintained as recommended are subject to problems with the free spool bail and free spool arm lever. Proper care, regular cleaning and lubrication of the bail components and the main shaft that turns the spool promote reliable operation with any of Daiwa’s spinning reels. Replacement spools or additional spools for lighter and heavier test line are easily interchanged by unscrewing and removing the drag knob on the top of the spool.
Spincasters
The traditional design of Daiwa spincaster reels features a front cover that shrouds the spool. The main shaft inserts into the front of the reel body, and a pinion gear on the shaft interacts with the drive gear when the handle is turned. The anti-reverse components prevent the drive mechanism from back-turning, which allows the drag system to release line under the strain of a fighting fish. Maintenance is minimal with a spincaster, and disassembling the reel for any reason should be done by an experienced Daiwa service technician.
Baitcasters
Daiwa baitcasting reels are complex pieces of fishing equipment in terms of the internal components. The parts list for these reels is far more extensive than Daiwa’s spinning or baitcasting reels. However, the engineering design has succeeded in limiting the owner's maintenance to cleaning and lubrication of the clutch lever that disengages the spool for casting. The lever travels in slots that can accumulate dust, or sand when the reel is used for surf fishing. The internal cams, gears and bearings are lubricated during assembly, and Daiwa ensures the reel’s reliability and performance for the full term of the warranty.
Conventional Reels
The internal components of Daiwa’s conventional reels are equally as complex as the company’s baitcasting reels. However, these reels are engineered to handle stronger fish that can take yards of line during a fight. The drag system in Daiwa’s conventional reels consists of carbon fiber washers that are designed to withstand these types of forces. Annual replacement of the drag washers is considered good practice when the reel is used on a regular basis. Lubricating the handle, star drag adjustment and the shaft on either end of the spool can be done by an experienced owner. Daiwa’s warranty covers the repair and replacement of all internal parts.
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