ABU Reel Upgrades
By A Mystery Man Writer
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This reel turned out so well! Ambassadeur with aftermarket part upgrades. : r/Fishing_Gear
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Abu Garcia Zenon Spinning Rod, Fishing World
Ashlin Fishing - One of our favorite baitcast reels, the Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 1500c. Manufactured from the mid 1970s to the early 1980s - it's a reel that's very difficult to find
Reel Tuning & Upgrades
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Old ABU 5500c upgrade or buy new - Reel Maintenance and Repair - SurfTalk
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Magnetic Brake upgrades - Distance Casting Forum - SurfTalk
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Fishing Reel Tuning Parts
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ABU PARTS - Jim's Reel Shop
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ABU Ambassadeur 4501/5501/6501 Series Aluminium Starless Drag
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Akios Reel Upgrades