Product Description

SMOOTH DRAG CARBON DRAG KIT (ABU GARCIA #7079 & #3902 REPLACEMENT)

Modernize your classic Ambassadeur with the ultimate Carbontex drag upgrade.

The Smooth Drag 079 Carbon Drag Kit is a precision-engineered upgrade designed to replace the stock fiber drag washers in a wide range of classic Abu Garcia Ambassadeur reels. This kit specifically replaces OEM part numbers #7079 and #3902, providing a significant boost in performance for your vintage 4000, 5000, and 6000 series round reels.

By swapping out the old, likely oil-soaked or brittle factory washers for Carbontex, you eliminate the "stuttering" drag often found in older reels. You gain a wider range of drag settings, silky-smooth line payout, and the stopping power needed for modern braided lines.

Product Features

• Part Type: Carbon Fiber Drag Washer Kit (Carbontex)

• Kit ID: SDA079

• Replaces OEM Parts: #7079 (Large Washer) and #3902 (Small Washer)

• Material: Premium Carbontex

• Kit Contents: Set of fiber washers for the main gear stack.

• Benefits:

  • Superior Smoothness: Zero startup inertia prevents line breakage.

  • Durability: Resistant to heat, salt, and compression.

  • Versatile: Can be used dry or with a light coating of drag grease.

Why Upgrade Your Vintage Ambassadeur?

Many classic Abu Garcia reels from the 70s, 80s, and 90s used drag washers that degrade over time. If your reel feels "jerky" when a fish runs, or if you have to crank the star drag down hard just to get resistance, your stock washers are likely finished. This Carbontex kit is the industry standard for restoring and enhancing these legendary reels.

Tech Tip: This kit is designed for the standard drag stack found in many C3 and pre-C3 models. It replaces the soft washers sandwiched between the metal keyed/eared washers.

Compatible Models

This kit fits a vast array of Abu Garcia round reels that utilize the 3902 / 7079 washer configuration (generally 4500 through 6500 sizes).

Abu Garcia Ambassadeur Series:

• Ambassadeur 4500 / 4500C / 4600 / 4600C

• Ambassadeur 5000 / 5000C / 5500 / 5500C (Red/Black/Silver classic models)

• Ambassadeur 6000 / 6000C / 6500 / 6500C / 6600

• Ambassadeur Royal Express

• Ambassadeur Mag I / Mag II

• Ambassadeur Ultra Mag (Check schematic for washer count)

Fitment Note:

• This kit is for the Standard drag stack.

• It does NOT fit the "Syncro" models or the ultra-heavy-duty 7000 series.

• Always check your schematic to confirm your reel uses parts 7079 and 3902.

Installation & Schematic Verification

To ensure this kit matches your specific reel generation (as drag stacks changed over the years), please cross-reference the part numbers in your reel's exploded view.

• Schematic Reference: You can locate and download the PDF schematic for your specific Ambassadeur model at www.reelschematic.com.

• Alternate Number Cross-Reference: This kit replaces stock parts listed as 3902 and 7079.

Note: When installing, clean all metal washers (Part #3903, #20907, etc.) thoroughly. If the metal washers are pitted or warped, they should be replaced to get the full benefit of the Carbontex upgrade.