Product Description

Here is the detailed product description for the Shimano 1060H Drag Washer (TT 0246).

SHIMANO 1060H DRAG WASHER (TT 0246)

The Heart of Your Lever Drag System

The Shimano 1060H Drag Washer (TT 0246) is the primary friction disc for Shimano’s legendary 2-speed lever drag reels. This large, fibrous washer is glued or seated directly onto the spool assembly. It provides the stopping power when the drag lever pushes the drag plate against the spool.

For big game trolling, the condition of this washer is non-negotiable. If your drag feels "jerky," inconsistent, or jumps tension during a run (stick-slip), this washer is likely contaminated with oil, glazed over from heat, or worn smooth. Installing a fresh TT 0246 washer ensures your reel delivers the smooth, consistent pressure needed to tire out tuna, marlin, and wahoo without snapping the line.

Product Specifications

• Part Name: Drag Washer (Friction Disc)

• Manufacturer: Shimano

• Part Number (MPN): TT 0246

• Schematic Code: 1060H

• Material: Woven Carbon / Canvas Fiber (Titanium drag upgrades often replace this specific part number)

• Installation Position: Attached to the Spool (Left Side)

Compatible Models

This part is the standard drag washer for the most popular mid-sized Shimano lever drag reels from the late 90s through the 2000s.

• Shimano TLD 2-Speed Series:

  • TLD 20 II (TLD 20 2-Speed)

  • TLD 30 II (TLD 30 2-Speed)

  • Note: This does not fit the larger TLD 50 II or smaller TLD 15.

• Shimano Triton Trolling Series (TTS):

  • TTS 30 (Triton Trolling Special 30)

  • TTS 50 (Triton Trolling Special 50) - Check schematic, some 50s use larger washers.

• Shimano Tiagra (Select older models):

  • Some early generation Tiagra 12/16 models may use compatible sizing, but always verify against the Tiagra specific "TI" part numbers.

Installation & Reference

To ensure this is the correct drag washer for your reel, please cross-reference the part number TT 0246 or the schematic key 1060H with your reel's service diagram.

• Schematic Diagrams: For detailed PDF schematics and part location verification, please visit www.reelschematic.com.

• Alternate Part Number: TT 0246

Installation Tip:

1. Removal: On these reels, the drag washer is often factory-glued to the spool. You may need to carefully scrape off the old washer and clean the spool surface with acetone to remove old adhesive.

2. Greasing: Modern practice (unlike the original dry factory install) suggests applying a very light coat of Cal's Universal Drag Grease to this washer. This prevents water intrusion and smooths out the start-up inertia.

3. Mating Surface: Inspect the Drag Plate (the metal plate that rubs against this washer). If it is pitted or scorched, it will ruin your new washer instantly.