Won't Lock?

[oneshot]

Got a Spinning Reel that quit Locking. I figure it should be simple.

 

Any ideas before I tear in to it?

 

oneshot

[jdmidwest]

Its Broke?

Did you flip the switch?

Things do wear out.

[tjm]

I always take things apart inside a clear plastic bag, just in case there is tiny but powerful spring that wants to be free, it's easier than spending hours combing through the floor and furniture.

[Bushbeater]

Usually a gentle cleaning and lube will fix em up. It's probably the IAR Bearing in the top front of the reel. Maybe just needs a drop of oil.

[fishinwrench]

Well what is it? (Make/model)

We have the internet at our fingertips here, we can probably look up a schematic and tell you with 80% certainty why the anti-reverse has failed.   Likely a broken spring.   

If it's a 20.00 reel then scrap it.  If it's a 80-120.00+ reel then let's get busy.  😊

[Dutch]

Knowing what brand of reel you are using would be a great help in giving you repair assistance.