Twin Power PG Parts

[Brian Richardson]

Hi Folks

I have an old and faithful Twin Power PG 8000 for the last 10 years.  She's needing some TLC.  Does anyone know where I can get parts?  The gears seem to be in good shape but the drag guts need replacement.  I've attached some pictures.

Thanks
Brian

[Christoffer Hansen]

You can cut new washers from carbotex sheet. Try calling shimano, parts may still be available.

[Andy Rowe]

Brian, I have the same real, please do update us on how you go with parts, I love the old TP and may be in the same position soon, good luck.

[Brian Richardson]

I tried a tackle shop in Singapore by email.  They got back saying Shimano didn't have the parts. Maybe someone in Australia.   i think asia and Australia were sold these reels, I don't think they were sold in US.  There is a good following of satisfied fisherman for this reel.

I'll keep looking and post back.

[Ian Young]

The 2002 Twinpower 6000FB, which was sold in Australia, has an identical drag stack, I think, though you'd best clarify with Shimano Oz. I've used parts from the 6000FB on my Japanese 8000PG before. I'd also recommend replacing those brittle dartanium washers with some carbontex.
Best wishes
Ian

[Jon Li]

Hi Andy ,

I am pretty sure some of the components of TwinPower is shared with the Stella of the same general period n size , I had my '96 issue of STL10000PG ( 5:1 ) converted into STL10000HG ( 6:1 ) by using components from 10000HG , it's a matter of matching the components and repairman can do it easily , just take a little bit of time .

Jon .

Brian, I have the same real, please do update us on how you go with parts, I love the old TP and may be in the same position soon, good luck.

[Brian Richardson]

Thanks for the info guys.  I'll try to get in touch with Shimano OZ and see what happens.  I'll post good or bad.