Ambassadeur 4600C's

Post by **RodBow** » January 17th, 2006, 9:28 pm

What's the going rate on reworking these reels?

I have two, one with broken foot and the other sometimes doesn't want to click to reengage the spool after I cast it?

Any rec on who does these? Any thoughts on Rivers?

Post by **tin can** » January 17th, 2006, 10:43 pm

By broken foot, are you referring to the piece that goes into the reel seat? If so, you'll probably have to replace the frame. The one that doesn't want to engage will probably be fine with a good cleaning and lubrication. Ambassadeurs are known for the engagement mechanism sticking because of old, dried grease.

Johnny Rivers does good work. Bill Colson, located at Kevis's, also does good work. The last I heard It cost somewhere around $20 to $25 dollars to have a reel cleaned and serviced. Any parts needed would be additional.

Rivers, or Colson, might have a used frame for a 4600C.

Post by **Jumptrout51** » January 18th, 2006, 11:52 am

I believe Troutrent does them for $10 plus parts.

Post by **Sir reel** » January 18th, 2006, 12:05 pm

Hey jumptrout..... it's Wednesday.... how come you ain't fishing??

Did Butch run off without you again??

Post by **Jumptrout51** » January 18th, 2006, 12:10 pm

Yup. He went squirrel hunting in Aucilla small game reserve. I told him all he had to do was look in the mirror.

Post by **Sir reel** » January 18th, 2006, 12:45 pm

FOR SURE!! One look at that and ya'd wanta get a bigger gun!