Product Description

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DAIWA BALL BEARING (F38-9102 / 6F389102)

Restore the smooth, high-torque operation of your Daiwa electric reel with this genuine structural bearing.

The Daiwa F38-9102 Ball Bearing (modernized part number 6F389102) is a critical internal component designed for Daiwa’s heavy-duty "Dendoh" power-assist reels. Unlike smaller spool bearings that control casting distance, this robust bearing is typically situated within the Spool Plate or Motor Housing assembly. It supports the drive gears and motor transmission, handling the immense radial loads generated when winching up deep-sea heavyweights.

If your electric reel is making a grinding noise during retrieval, or if the motor sounds labored even under light load, a corroded or seized spool plate bearing is often the cause. Replacing this bearing is essential to prevent permanent damage to the expensive motor gear set.

Product Features

• Part Number: F38-9102

• Alternate Part Number: 6F389102

• Part Name: Ball Bearing (D) / Spool Plate Bearing / Motor House Bearing

• Material: High-grade Stainless Steel (Corrosion Resistant)

• Application: Internal Motor Drive & Spool Support

• Fitment: Specific to large-frame Daiwa Electric Reels (750/1000/Bull/Leobritz series).

Why Replace This Bearing?

Located deep within the reel's side plate, this bearing is exposed to salt and moisture that can bypass the outer seals. When it fails, it creates friction that drains your battery faster and reduces winding power. As an OEM part, it ensures the precise tolerances required to keep your level wind and motor gears perfectly aligned.

Tech Tip: This bearing is often pressed into the Spool Plate (e.g., Key #34 or #54 depending on the model). When replacing, ensure the housing seat is clean of salt buildup before seating the new bearing to prevent misalignment.

Compatible Models

This part is a factory standard for many of Daiwa's most popular power-assist reels.

Daiwa Tanacom Series:

• Tanacom 750 (Key #34)

• Tanacom 1000 (Key #34)

• Tanacom Bull 750

• Tanacom Bull 1000 (Key #54)

Daiwa Seaborg Series:

• Seaborg 500J / 500JP / 500J-IKATUNE

• Seaborg 800MJ / 1200MJ (Check specific location)

• Seaborg 300MJ (Motor Drive assembly)

Daiwa Leobritz Series:

• Leobritz 150J (Motor House / Set Plate Gear)

• Leobritz 300J

• Leobritz 500JP / S500J

Daiwa Hyper Tanacom:

• Hyper Tanacom 500 / 600 Fe

(Note: In some models, this part is also used as the "Set Plate Gear Bearing." Always verify the Key Number).

Installation & Schematic Verification

Because this bearing is used in different locations depending on the reel generation (e.g., Motor Housing vs. Spool Plate), verifying the location via schematic is crucial.

• Schematic Reference: You can view detailed exploded views of your specific reel model at www.reelschematic.com.

• Alternate Number Cross-Reference: This part is interchangeable with 6F389102.

Note: Installation typically requires a full teardown of the motor side plate.