Product Description
DAM Quick 100-521 Side Cover
Restore the Protection and Style of Your High-Speed Classic
Complete the restoration of your vintage spinning reel with the DAM Quick 100-521 Side Cover (also known as the Side Plate or Gear Box Lid). This structural component is the dedicated housing cover for the DAM Quick 331 High Speed series. It serves the critical function of sealing the main gear box, protecting the precision internal drive train from sand, water intrusion, and impact damage.
On vintage reels, the side plate is often the first area to show cosmetic wear, such as "boat rash" or paint chipping. More critically, a warped or cracked cover can compromise the alignment of the main gear support (bushing/bearing), leading to a rough retrieve or accelerated gear wear. Installing this genuine-specification replacement ensures your Quick 331 maintains its structural integrity and its distinctive vintage aesthetic.
Compatible Models
This part is precision-manufactured to fit the specific body contour and screw pattern of the following vintage DAM Quick model:
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Quick 331 (High Speed Series)
Key Features
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Model Specific: Designed to match the housing profile and internal clearance required for the high-speed gearing of the Quick 331.
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Protective Seal: Mates flush with the reel body to prevent contaminants from entering the gear mechanism.
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Structural Support: Houses the support point for the main gear axle, ensuring precise alignment under load.
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Restoration Standard: The essential part for replacing a damaged cover and returning your reel to collector-grade condition.
Technical Specifications & Schematics
The side cover is secured to the main body using specific housing screws. To ensure you have the correct screws and gaskets for a watertight seal, please consult the detailed PDF schematics for the Quick 331 at www.reelschematic.com.
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Installation Tip: When installing the cover, ensure the mating surfaces are clean and free of old grease or gasket material. Tighten the screws in a cross pattern to apply even pressure. Do not overtighten, as this can strip the threads in the aluminum body or crack the cover.
Alternate Part Numbers
If you are searching for this item in vintage parts manuals, repair logs, or third-party databases, it may be listed under the following identifiers:
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100521
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DAM-100-521
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Housing Cover / Side Plate
