Hello all I have a penn clash 5000 spinning reel, that seems to have seized drag washers as the line does not come out smoothly any more if at all, unless the drag is backed way off. The problem is I'm having trouble getting the spool off of the reel shaft itself. I've tried everything, and I've taken apart several reels over many decades, but.I just can't seem to figure out why it won't come off. It's almost like it wasn't meant to pop off. Anyone have any experience with newer Penn junk? I'm in the market for a new reel but it's a shame to just let this one go.
Posted by cgjcgj