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 Re: Shimano Scorpion Reels
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10/13/06 10:31 PM
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Yellowcat
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the bantam curado. sorry reel 
Justin 63lb, 2 58lb, several 40's, 38lb, and several 20lb yellas. 
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Re: Shimano Scorpion Reels
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10/13/06 11:02 PM
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Steven168
Extreme Angler
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I have 3 Scorpion 1000's and I love them. I can "wacky" rig a 3" Senko weightless and cast it a country mile (smooth as porcelain!). Before purchasing a Scorpion, I had no idea reels could be that free spinning. As a matter of fact, I was getting a rod for one of the Scoprion's at Sportsman's Warehouse. When I told the guy I was looking to drop shot, he ended up picking out a spinning rod for me. I told him that I was looking for a baitcasting reel and he looked at me as if I were nuts.
"You're going to want spinning gear if you are going to be drop shotting."
"I have a Shimano Scorpion 1000, sir."
"Oh....baitcasting it is.'
'nough said!
Steven
Steven Gonzalez
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Re: Shimano Scorpion Reels
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10/14/06 02:49 PM
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vanhagar
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Originally posted by Pinto:  Quick question for you Scorpion owners. Is there anywhere I can get a parts diagram for the Scorpion 1500/1501? I'm trying to figure out if there should be a spring under the brake knob or not. I have one on my Curados and Citicas, but not the Scorpion.
Thanks Yes, it should have a spring just like the curados. That's the risk we take buying a used reel from Japan. I had one shipped to me with a damaged spool. Ate the loss.
Eating is fundamental
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Re: Shimano Scorpion Reels
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10/14/06 03:13 PM
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manasota
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I just wish they had a drag. It's like 2lb.locked down. I'm thinking after market drag washers but I've read they don't help much. Anyone tried that?
And the handles are made for women so plan on another $20 for the longer handles.
Other than that....they're great reels!
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Re: Shimano Scorpion Reels
[Re: manasota]
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11/20/06 09:25 PM
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vanhagar
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I got some carbontex washers (CT200) from smoothdrag.com for mine and it helped a lot. If you install them dry, they will put out around 5 lbs. of drag. I hear the xtreme smoothies are even stronger, but less durable and smooth.
Eating is fundamental
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Re: Shimano Scorpion Reels
[Re: vanhagar]
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11/21/06 02:02 AM
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Steven168
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I have some gear for sale in the Trading Post section including 2 Scorpions. FYI.
Steven Gonzalez
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Re: Shimano Scorpion Reels
[Re: vanhagar]
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11/22/06 02:26 PM
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conniek
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manasota,the smoooothie drag washers are superior and will hold drag. However, after each fishing trip, it is a good idea to loosen or back off the star drag under the handle,. Doing this allows the drag washers to expand. Leaving the star drag tightened down is what ruins the drag washers asit causes them to lose their elasticity. ABU reels used to be notorious for drag slippage, but if you install the smooothies, that will stop. these smoooothies were designed for salt water use and will take alot of heat. Good drag washers for sure. conniek
Gary Yamamoto pro staff. ask us about our reel maint. video and training school 
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Re: Shimano Scorpion Reels
[Re: conniek]
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11/22/06 11:14 PM
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bubba gump
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where do i get "smoothies" drag washers? i have about 10 abu reals that i would love to upgrade
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