@Appalachian Assassin Thanks You are right on that. While watching tv last night I search ebay and found several things both new and used for it. 

@Jeff Clingan good luck, I like working on them myself, even more fun to listen to the drag scream!

@Appalachian Assassin Oh yes, gotta love the song it sings with a nice one on hook.

Well well, much of a mess and yes someone that was heavy handed has been in it. Going to try to save it, but it may end up as a parts reel. Depends on what I can find in the parts line. Not much I can see so far except a spring or two and a felt oil pad, gears appear ok in this side. Everything is so gooooed up it’s hard to tell for sure. Anyone know where to go for Abu 5000 parts?

Saving My Abu 5000 Reel: Tips for Finding Parts

Jeff C

Are you sure?

Appalachian A

Jeff C

Appalachian A

Jeff C