Shimano Sustain 6000FG Ratchet failure

[Shaun17]

I've had issues with my Sustain 5000FE, won't be buying another...
 
http://www.ultimateangling.co.za/index.php?topic=15450.0

[pierrelouw]

I've had issues with my Sustain 5000FE, won't be buying another...
 
http://www.ultimateangling.co.za/index.php?topic=15450.0

Eish Shaun, I sounds like you got a dud 5000fe. I couldn't be happier with mine. Even caught a saily on it. Infact, the 5000fe prompted me to buy the 10000fg, thinking that the sustain genetics would be carried through or improved upon.


To be fair, I have heard numerous good things about the fg series, prime being their lightness and incorporation of x-ship. But there is this issue with the clicker that needs sorting out.


Does anyone know of it being a problem in the smaller models too? It seems to be an issue with the 6000fg and up? In particular it seems to be the white plastic ratchet that causes the issue. I don't see the same white plastic being used in the 5000fg...


I agree with Herbmeister with regards to the new Saragosa SW, they seem to be available in most tackle shops in SA.

[REEFMAN]

I've been using the Stradic FJ and Sustain 5000 FG models for some time now and have had zero issues with the Drag clicker. Maybe it's only with the larger models? 

[Lucky Hook]

Been using a Sustain 5000FG since January this year. I spin three mornings a week and really rate the reel.
Have replaced the roller clutch assembly once and the line roller bearing a couple of times.
I consider these replacement as fair wear and tear considering I get wet quite often and have filly submerged the reel a couple of times after having a few unplanned swims with rod and reel in hand.  I service the reel about once every six weeks and strip it completely if it goes for a swim.
Regarding the ratchet cannot comment as in most of my spinning reels I have removed the clicker as it really adds no value to the mechanics of the reel aside from making a noise when the fish run. I had never really considered this important but really enjoy the sound of braid being peeled off the spool and racing through the eyes - That why we fish!
 

[Charles]

Lucky Hook thanks for the information. I was getting worried as I bought a 5000FG recently. Must admit it is still in the box though. 

[Ziggy]

I had the same problem with my Sustain 5000FE, the spring broke - but I fortunately got an extra spool from a buddy who had his (same) reel stolen  - so now I have three spools and two springs!