One of the complicated parts for spinning reels is the roller clutch anti-reverse assembly. Unlike the other parts, this bearing must be always clean and no grease. This quick tutorial will help you how to do this.
Remove spool assembly
To removing spool assembly, turn it the drag knob to counter-clockwise.
Remove spool washers
Spool support and washers are located on the spool shaft of spinning reel. Remove them by pulling upward towards.
Remove rotor nut
If is there any small screw located in the right of the nut, this used as retainer and you need to remove it by screwdriver first.
To removing rotor nut, use the 13mm of nut wrench.
The rotor nut was removed.
Lift rotor assembly
To reach the anti-reverse roller clutch bearing, lift the rotor assembly from reel body.
Remove roller clutch mounting screws
Use the Philips screwdriver to remove this roller clutch screws.
Remove roller clutch anti-reverse assembly
After remove the screws, remove roller clutch assembly from pinion gear’s shaft.
Ready for basic maintenance or replacement
The anti-reverse roller clutch with it’s sleeve is the ready for basic maintenance or replacement.