Thread: Pflueger Trion Reels

That explains why my reels that got wet went to pot after they got wet. Good info, thanks.

I’ve exchanged phluger reels at Walmart before because they gave me trouble while new. I’ve considered looking at that insurance Walmart offers when you buy a reel

Found the old bearings that I took out of the Pflueger Trion TRI30, so I took this photo to post so you fellas might can repair your reels also.
The original bearings (left), only have metal covers on the bearings, no rubber seal, water can get inside and cause rust as it did in mine.
The new bearings that I installed have double rubber seals so no water can get in.
Part number for the double sealed bearings for the Trion TRI30 is MR148-2RS.
Common sense would prevail in the design process, that this type of bearing should have been used in the reel at the factory.

Originally Posted by stickum

Found the old bearings that I took out of the Pflueger Trion TRI30, so I took this photo to post so you fellas might can repair your reels also.
The original bearings (left), only have metal covers on the bearings, no rubber seal, water can get inside and cause rust as it did in mine.
The new bearings that I installed have double rubber seals so no water can get in.
Part number for the double sealed bearings for the Trion TRI30 is MR148-2RS.
Common sense would prevail in the design process, that this type of bearing should have been used in the reel at the factory.

There's bearings...and then there is bearings. One is not going to get good bearings in a 59 dollar spinning reel. Many high end reels do not have sealed bearings either. But they do have bearings that have been treated and will not rust. All of my reels are in the medium to medium-high category. All of them have rust proof bearings. Some are sealed dry...some have sealed oil filled beings...some are open oil bearings, and some are open dry bearings. Good bearings are not cheap. Here is some info if interested. You will also get varied opinions on bearings if they should be lightly lubed....oiled...or dry.

DAIWA Line Roller 2 Bearing upgrade Kit [RG] (For 17 THEORY, 16 EM MS, 15 LUVIAS, 14 CALDIA, 14 X FIRE, 14 EMERALDAS MX, 14 PRESSO)

Regards

Originally Posted by Alphahawk

There's bearings...and then there is bearings. One is not going to get good bearings in a 59 dollar spinning reel. Many high end reels do not have sealed bearings either. But they do have bearings that have been treated and will not rust. All of my reels are in the medium to medium-high category. All of them have rust proof bearings. Some are sealed dry...some have sealed oil filled beings...some are open oil bearings, and some are open dry bearings. Good bearings are not cheap. Here is some info if interested. You will also get varied opinions on bearings if they should be lightly lubed....oiled...or dry.

DAIWA Line Roller 2 Bearing upgrade Kit [RG] (For 17 THEORY, 16 EM MS, 15 LUVIAS, 14 CALDIA, 14 X FIRE, 14 EMERALDAS MX, 14 PRESSO)

Regards

Thanks for the info.
While what you say has merit... you have to remember that some people can't afford high class or medium high class reels but they still enjoy fishing or need to fish to feed their families. So what you see as a cheap $59 reel, is a substantial investment to some and the option to repair with new bearings at a much lower cost is a blessing.

good information on this thread thanks. I have a couple that need caps only.

Originally Posted by stickum

Found the old bearings that I took out of the Pflueger Trion TRI30, so I took this photo to post so you fellas might can repair your reels also.
The original bearings (left), only have metal covers on the bearings, no rubber seal, water can get inside and cause rust as it did in mine.
The new bearings that I installed have double rubber seals so no water can get in.
Part number for the double sealed bearings for the Trion TRI30 is MR148-2RS.
Common sense would prevail in the design process, that this type of bearing should have been used in the reel at the factory.

This is super helpful! Thank you so much for taking the time to post this. I’d decided to gift my two Trions to another fisherman. I’m going to upgrade the bearings like you did here before doing so. That way he won’t run as much risk of it bogging down when he gets it wet.


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Originally Posted by Alphahawk

There's bearings...and then there is bearings. One is not going to get good bearings in a 59 dollar spinning reel. Many high end reels do not have sealed bearings either. But they do have bearings that have been treated and will not rust. All of my reels are in the medium to medium-high category. All of them have rust proof bearings. Some are sealed dry...some have sealed oil filled beings...some are open oil bearings, and some are open dry bearings. Good bearings are not cheap. Here is some info if interested. You will also get varied opinions on bearings if they should be lightly lubed....oiled...or dry.

DAIWA Line Roller 2 Bearing upgrade Kit [RG] (For 17 THEORY, 16 EM MS, 15 LUVIAS, 14 CALDIA, 14 X FIRE, 14 EMERALDAS MX, 14 PRESSO)

Regards

I have wondered about bearings before. Even in a relatively inexpensive reel like the Daiwa Regal LT, I’ve been impressed with how smooth the bearings are. I’m guessing biggest difference in the higher end stuff is lifespan and durability?

Many moons ago, as a young man, I was into skateboarding as a hobby. I remember the wide variety of and heated discussions people would have over bearings. Much like fishing reels, bearings make or break the experience there. Another thing I remember from those days was that the Swiss seemed to make a lot of the better high end bearings, ceramic and the like.

I have always thought it would be fun to take a cheap reel and swap the bearings out to see how much it could be improved. Lo and behold, of course, Victor over at i_Fish has already been there done that. I really enjoyed watching him overhaul some cheap reels.


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