I added one of these to an old Abu 5000 that my dad bought around 1962. The bearings on the level wind worm gear definitely made it smoother and increased the casting distance. I also replaced the factory spool bushings with bearings and the old reel works better now than it ever did. Of course, it's not in the same class as a good modern reel, and it's only worth doing if the reel has some sort of sentimental value. But it still catches fish!
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An excellent way to refresh your favorite old and worn reel !!!!
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Fits and works as described. Perfect replacement and upgrade for an old reel.
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Great product at a great price.
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These kits are en excellent upgrade to a large number of ABU Ambassadeur models with the traditional round frame design.
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Perfect fitting on my 5601 C4
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Makes the worm drive smooth.
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Good quality . Really helped me cast farther than expected.
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Works great and worm gear fits pawl better than original. I'm glad I purchased this upgrade.
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Nice upgrade
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