Tatula Custom power drag

To complete the pimping process of my Tatula to be used as a medium heavy tackle setup, I need to beef the drag up a wee bit to squeeze some extra stopping power. After a few custom sized drag tests and ponding sessions, I've finally narrowed it down to a size that gives me quite a bit of drag force increase as well smoothness in initial takes.

Already pimped up, soon to be beefed up for better drag force and smoothness.

Regular checks will reveal parts that needs some tending too. Some roughed up bearings will be common.

Stock drags are already strong but there's more to be squeezed out from this reel.

Having oversized drag discs may not give you maximum drag force but understanding how each drag system works and how much pressure can the system apply onto the drag discs would give you better results and achieving the drag force desired.

This requires some testing with various sizes of drag discs for outright drag force using a simple rig and also out on the field/pond pulling some fish to get that feel of drag takes. For me, this should be a MH to H setup as the reel is spooled with 40lbs line and I will prioritize drag force over smoothness of maybe 7:3.

Custom sized carbontex drags to achieve stronger drag force and maintaining some smoothness.

Drag discs in place, visual checks all round for other ares that needs attention.

Quick clean up and lubed to bring back smoothness and casting performance.

All ready for some MH or H action.

This reel's built strong and tough, designed as a daily beater. No doubt about it. The only thing with this reel is that it's a little bit on the heavier side but when paired with the right rod, it'll be nicely balanced out for sure.