Product Description
Precision Trolling: Smoothdrag Carbontex Drag Kit for Daiwa 17-Size Line Counters
When you are trolling for Walleye, Trout, or Kokanee with light fluorocarbon leaders, a "sticky" drag is your worst enemy. The Smoothdrag Carbontex Drag Kit for the Daiwa SG17 and Accudepth 17 series is the definitive performance upgrade for these small-frame line counters.
Factory fiber washers in these reels are notorious for "taking a set" or becoming jerky after sitting in a rod locker. By upgrading to high-density, cross-weave Carbontex, you ensure your drag engages with zero start-up inertia, preventing those heart-breaking break-offs during the initial strike or the final thrash at the net.
Why Upgrade Your Small Line Counter?
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Eliminate "Stick-Slip": Carbontex removes the jerky, "on-off" feel of factory drags. The line peels off smoothly even at very light settings, which is critical for protecting light-wire hooks and thin leaders.
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Cold-Weather Consistency: Trolling often happens in cold water and freezing air. Unlike factory grease-soaked fiber, Carbontex remains consistent and won't "freeze up" or become sluggish in low temperatures.
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Exceptional Durability: These washers are virtually wear-proof. They won't rot, compress, or become "mushy" like the original factory parts, making them a permanent upgrade for your trolling fleet.
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Linear Pressure: Enjoy a perfectly consistent drag curve, allowing you to make micro-adjustments to your drag stars while fighting a fish.
Detailed Fitment & Compatibility
This kit is precision-lapped to fit the internal star drag stacks of Daiwa’s popular small-frame line counter reels.
| Series | Compatible Models |
| Sealine SG-LCA | SG17LCA, SG17LC 3B |
| Accudepth Plus | AD Plus 17LC, 17LCB |
| Sealine SG-LC | SG17LC (Original versions) |
Technical Note: While these 17-size reels are compact, they use a specific washer diameter different from the larger 27 or 47 sizes. To ensure your internal stack is assembled in the correct order, you can find high-resolution, exploded-view PDF schematics at www.reelschematic.com.
Professional Installation & Lubrication Protocol
For trolling reels that spend long days in high-humidity environments, we strongly recommend a "wet drag" setup during installation:
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Deuthlon Reel Grease: Apply an ultra-thin, translucent coating of Deuthlon Reel Grease (or Cal’s Universal Grease) to both sides of each Carbontex washer. This specialized PTFE-based grease prevents "chatter" and creates a waterproof barrier for your metal drive washers, preventing rust from forming inside the gear stack.
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Drive Washer Inspection: Check your original metal drive washers. If they show any signs of corrosion or "glassy" buildup from the old fiber washers, polish them with 0000 grade steel wool until they are mirror-smooth before installing the Carbontex.
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Line Counter Care: While you have the side plate off, apply a single drop of Deuthlon Reel Oil to the drive gear of the line counter assembly to ensure it continues to click over smoothly without adding resistance.
SEO & Technical Specifications
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Product Type: Premium Carbon Fiber Drag Washer Upgrade
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Brand: Smoothdrag (Carbontex)
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Application: Trolling / Line Counter / Freshwater & Light Inshore
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Key Benefits: Smoothness at low settings, cold-weather reliability, and longevity.
