Quote Originally Posted by JUNGLEJIMJIGS View Post
I got a Nasci 2000 a couple years ago and it does the same thing when fish or hooked it binds up. Should have returned it, now it just sits. Several years ago I lost an under spool washer on my 2003 Stella 1000 but parts were discontinued and couldn't find a replacement. It still works fine but now spooled line has a slight v shape and drives me crazy. Tried washers from similar size reels but none fit. Wondering if some of those older reel washers of yours would fit. I lost one on my Pflueger Patriarch as well.
I would imagine , when you get up into the top tier reels the shaft is probably made of titanium or aluminum and has a specific size . For strength, an aluminum shaft would need to have a larger diameter than the stainless steel shaft in the entry up to mid range reels .
Ivan at I-Fish on YouTube might be able to help you find the correct washer .