JoeyT Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Hey all, I have an older Stella 2500 FD (2007) that's is in perfect working and physical condition. Only issue is the handle knob is rubber and it's breaking down. I remember years back I had stradic 2500/3000's that had same knobs that needed to be replaced as well. I called Shimano and these parts are discontinued, so my option was eBay. I found a knob from a 3000 size Stella that seller says will fit several models. I kinda have no other options at this point, anyone know if this knob will fit? Looks like it will?... Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted January 2, 2019 Posted January 2, 2019 Only The spool should be different. Quote
Super User Sam Posted January 3, 2019 Super User Posted January 3, 2019 8 hours ago, JoeyT said: Hey all, I have an older Stella 2500 FD (2007) that's is in perfect working and physical condition. Only issue is the handle knob is rubber and it's breaking down. I remember years back I had stradic 2500/3000's that had same knobs that needed to be replaced as well. I called Shimano and these parts are discontinued, so my option was eBay. I found a knob from a 3000 size Stella that seller says will fit several models. I kinda have no other options at this point, anyone know if this knob will fit? Looks like it will?... Joey, getting parts for older Shimano's is a nationwide problem. Just like Lowrance: they stop supporting their older models that got them to where they are today to try to sell you on their new models at higher costs. I suggest you note what Delaware Tackle penned above. They have forgotten more about rods and reels then most of us know. Good luck. Quote
Super User Oregon Native Posted January 3, 2019 Super User Posted January 3, 2019 Mine did this too and I put one of those little rubber grips like you put on your level winds to make the handle bigger. Works ok...They come in different colors and such.... Quote
Super User Deleted account Posted January 3, 2019 Super User Posted January 3, 2019 I have always depended on the kindness of strangers for hard to get parts, except for STELLA!!! 1 Quote
JoeyT Posted January 3, 2019 Author Posted January 3, 2019 I was able to find a 3000 size knob on eBay for $30. I actually don't mind the 3000 knob. From the looks of it, its a direct replacement. I am very disappointed in Shimano for not offering parts for this very expensive reel. The sad thing is I have taken very good care of it over the years and it could almost pass for new. Now I know replacement parts are next to impossible to find I'm gonna use her hard now. Kinda not fair, $600 (in 2007) and no replacement parts. Thanks for the info Quote
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