This is an authentic Penn replacement part manufactured for use with spinning reels. The main gear assembly is driven by the handle assembly to actuate the crosswind and pinion gears that cause the rotor to revolve around the spool when reeling in line. This main gear assembly is available as an individual replacement part, please see model diagram for associative parts.
Took apart main body of reel, 4 side plate slot head screws, used solvent to degrease assembly. Two slot head screws on main shaft, slide bar retainer removed. Pull main shaft out, allows main gear to be replaced. Spent most time just cleaning assembly out.
1. Removed handle
2 Removed retaining screws and body plate
3. Removed shaft
4. Removed broken main gear
5. Clean out the reel body
6. Grease and oil all internal parts
7. Installed new main gear
8. Installed the shaft
9. Put body plate on
10. Put in retaining screws
11. Put han
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12. Crank test reel
13. Success
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Main gear in my Penn 5500 SS reel was worn out. I could feel it skipping so I knew there was something wrong.
Ordered a replacement main gear. Replacement was fast and easy.
1. Remove the drag knob and spool.
2. Remove reel handle from left side of reel if installed.
3. Remove the four screws that hold the left side cover with a flathead screwdriver.
4. Remove the side cover with bearing.
5. Remove two flat head scre
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6. Remove spool shaft assembly.
7. Remove main gear.
8. Apply grease to new main gear and install.
8. Reassemble in reverse order.
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New stock is on the way! On order parts usually ship within 7 business days.
Item is not in stock and usually ships 10-15 business days from the time you place your order.
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