Pond Boss Forums Thread Like Summary - ABu Garcia Black Max Reel Drag Problem

I have two black max reels and they both have the same problem. No matter how much I adjust the star wheel, one way or the other, I cannot pull any line out no matter how hard I try. It must be something simple and I must be an idiot because it is the same problem on both reels. I have another baitcaster that I can adjust the star wheel and change the drag just fine though. The tension and brake setting adjustments are fine. Any idea?

Soak them in a bucket of water then loosen drag and thumb drag forward with both thumbs.. or take them apart and free up the drag washers

I have a bunch of them. And, have been using, cleaning, and repairing them for a long, long time. I had one that gave me enough problem that I finally tossed it.

You can ( I do) get a Rod and black max real a Wally World for $59 can’t beat them . Very smooth and dependable. The blue max is good also

Thought you might be able to thumb it loose, been there done that