Gear ratio upgrade for Citica 200e

[stiffler]

Hey Fellas,l

Im interested in upgrading my Citica 200e gear ratio from 6:1 to something higher. Could you guys point me in the right direction? Could I buy a complete kit somewhere or would it be better to order parts from Shimano?

 

Thanks in advance

[OnthePotomac]

The Curado 200E and the Citica 200E have many interchangeable components.  If you can find the drive gear and pinion for a 200E7 you will get a 7.0:1 speed.  I have a Citica 200E on which I put a Curado 200 E star drag and look nice.  My grandson has two Citica 200E reels in which I put ABEC 7 bearings, carbon tec drag washers and polished the internals and they are really sweet little reels.  I also spiffed mine up and just love it.

[bunz559]

What the above member said. Look on ebay, they usually have the e7 gear sets for sale. While you're at it, might as well order some carbon drag washers. I did all over the above to my Citica 201e awhile back before I gave it away to my nephew. I really miss that reel. I don't think I'll ever buy another Citica unless it's a 201e series. 

 

You can also still order parts straight from Shimano. I linked the Chronarch page as they don't have the Curado 200 series listed anymore. The Chronarch 200 series parts should work as well and offers a 5 and 7 gear ratio. I have had great luck ordering from Shimano since they're located here in California. I usually get my parts in 1-2 days. 

 

Shimano Chronarch Parts

[kickerfish1]

Yep, the 7:1 set from the Curado 200E 7. Probably can get one at the TrackleTrap if in stock. But going from a 6:3 is not going to be a huge night and day difference in IPT. But there is a difference nonetheless and in theory, new gears will make the reel feel smooth again.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Yup. And will need new drag washers. May as well upgrade them to carbontex