I have several spinning reels that I use for light tackle fishing. None of my reels are terribly expensive, with most being in the $60 yo $70 price range. I know that buying more expensive reels may solve some of the problem, but that is really not an option for me. The reels I have perform well for my needs except for the one problem....on every reel I have, after using them for a year or so as a weekend fisherman, the line starts to slip between the end of the line pick up and the washer that separates the line pick up from the bail frame. It is more of a problem with #6 or #8 line than with heavier lines of a larger diameter. I have tried taking the bail apart and cleaning all parts, and reinstalling while making sure the screw that hold everything together is tight. I have checked for wear while it was apart, but could not see any problem. So, the question is what is going on, and how can I prevent it, or at least fix it? For reference, the reels I use are a Pfluger President model, and others in that class. It has happed to all of my reels, I have replaced several with new reels thinking that maybe it was a fluke , and they work fine for about a year, and then it happens again. I take good care of my reels, and clean and lubricate them often. I am at my wits end with this. Any help would be appreciated.
