MP 3000 question

[WhItEoUt 23]

Originally Posted by novomarine

For those who like to press buttons....

HATER!:

[bajakian]

Originally Posted by Uncle Buck

Sport or not... I think I've earned my right to push the button and have a beer.

Sounds like a mutiny on the Emijess

[WhItEoUt 23]

[Uncle Buck]

Originally Posted by Relentless33

at what mile marker did you stop handcranking?

Somewhere around 90 miles... which doesn't include nighttime swordfishing/drifting or normal deep-dropping.

[novomarine]

Originally Posted by WhItEoUt 23

HATER!:

Button pusher!!!!

[emijess]

Originally Posted by bajakian

Sounds like a mutiny on the Emijess

Looking for new crew with good luck

[Marauder1]

Originally Posted by novomarine

Button pusher!!!!

Thats a compliment not an insult

[iriesoul]

Originally Posted by emijess

I guess the part about sportfishing is not a big deal. I still am a sportsman at
heart. Buck bring the mp3000 next time we go dolphing fishing so we can catch some schoolies on it . I am not trying to start anything I just thought
it was a sport.

I have had better days hand cranking than I have with the electric. My best day in the keys we went 4 for 7 out of bud n mary's... Its alot of work... I have no problem using the electric now... Like I said before most of the time your reeling slack line as the fish swims the weight up.... Whats the sport in that? Anyways most boats we daytime on are center consoles with no fighting chair... Strapping into the stand up harness to retrieve line for and hour isn't that much fun.... I have no problem dragging schoolies in on the electric either...

[DORADOsteve]

My arms HATE this thing!

May have to invite more friends daytiming

[bajakian]

Boat looks PRETTY!!!!

[REAPER]

The s-1200 is overall the Best 12v reel on the market Between the gear driven level wind, digital counter that counts in feet and has negative memory, and fully sealed internal reel it also has one of the smoothest drags I've seen on a true electric reel. The LP conversions are also a great choice. They will give you the drag of a true Reel and are absolute beasts. But you sacrifice on the level wind and counter. It seems that the MP have had tons of issues with there level winds, motors, and counters. But yes they do have a handle. every one i know never uses it though. even if you fight the fish stand up in a harness you can still use the electric. And hey why not!! It is why you bought the reel in the first place!!

[Broadbill-Pro]

[QUOTE=REAPER;124480]It seems that the MP have had tons of issues with there level winds, motors, and counters. QUOTE]

I have 2 proto-types that came off the VP of Daiwa's desk 3 years ago and have not had a problem with any of the things you mention. I use them every weekend. I would assume that a 2009 model would have less issues.

Not putting down the L/P, but they have had far more issues than the Daiwa. I know of one reel that has made more trips to L/P than the ocean. L/P has the drive gear figured out, but they still have some catching up to do on the drag and spools. Those Guy's are on the ball, everyday that goes by the reel is improved. When the LS1200-2 comes out you Guy's are going to weep.

[emijess]

Originally Posted by iriesoul

I have had better days hand cranking than I have with the electric. My best day in the keys we went 4 for 7 out of bud n mary's... Its alot of work... I have no problem using the electric now... Like I said before most of the time your reeling slack line as the fish swims the weight up.... Whats the sport in that? Anyways most boats we daytime on are center consoles with no fighting chair... Strapping into the stand up harness to retrieve line for and hour isn't that much fun.... I have no problem dragging schoolies in on the electric either...

I have never fished out of Bud and Marys but I would say that they keep
everything they catch to make money. You are a mate on a boat so fishing is a way you make your living which I understand. The thing that bothers me
is it takes the sport out of it when using a electric reel than cranking
it. I am waiting to see the big marlin guys start using electric reals to catch
1000 lb marlin.
The average weekend fishing person does not have the $$$ to invest into
daytime swording. I just want to know how much swordfish can one person
eat.

[Marauder1]

[QUOTE=Broadbill-Pro;124502]

Originally Posted by REAPER

It seems that the MP have had tons of issues with there level winds, motors, and counters. QUOTE]

Originally Posted by REAPER

I have 2 proto-types that came off the VP of Daiwa's desk 3 years ago and have not had a problem with any of the things you mention. I use them every weekend. I would assume that a 2009 model would have less issues.

Not putting down the L/P, but they have had far more issues than the Daiwa. I know of one reel that has made more trips to L/P than the ocean. L/P has the drive gear figured out, but they still have some catching up to do on the drag and spools. Those Guy's are on the ball, everyday that goes by the reel is improved. When the LS1200-2 comes out you Guy's are going to weep.

Vinny not to bash Diawa but with the exception of you I know 5 people that have a mp3000 and use it regularly. And all 5 of them have had issues with the things that were mentioned. All electric reels will have their issues, but when it comes down to it you cant beat the customer service at LP. Your reel does not have to be shipped out, and its free to get fixed. For the normal person, diawa is not free by any means. Just my .02

[Uncle Buck]

You know 6 people. ...and I have not had trouble with mine yet.

[Marauder1]

Originally Posted by Uncle Buck

You know 6 people. ...and I have not had trouble with mine yet.

Ok...Bill dont take this the wrong way but how many fish have you caught on your reel?

[Uncle Buck]

Here... let me open the wound so you can pour some salt into it.

[Marauder1]

Originally Posted by Uncle Buck

Here... let me open the wound so you can pour some salt into it.

Wasnt meant like that..just trying to prove a point. The 5 people I was making a reference too all use their reels weekly and catch fish routinely.

[Uncle Buck]

I know... just giving you a hard time. Swordfishing has gotten rather depressing. I've resorted to being happy about catching pilchards. Maybe I'll try connecting the Daiwa to the castnet.

[emijess]

Originally Posted by Marauder1

Ok...Bill dont take this the wrong way but how many fish have you caught on your reel?

Oh no you didn't

[iriesoul]

Originally Posted by emijess

I have never fished out of Bud and Marys but I would say that they keep
everything they catch to make money. You are a mate on a boat so fishing is a way you make your living which I understand. The thing that bothers me
is it takes the sport out of it when using a electric reel than cranking
it. I am waiting to see the big marlin guys start using electric reals to catch
1000 lb marlin.
The average weekend fishing person does not have the $$$ to invest into
daytime swording. I just want to know how much swordfish can one person
eat.

Now your going way off topic. Who cares what is done with the fish. Its none of your business. They have a buoy permit and all licensing to sell fish legally. They are stand up guys who catch fish on rod and reel and yes they can sell them if they wish to. Who cares... The bottom line is your comparing two totally different styles of fishing. To say "o I would love to see the marlin guys start using electrics is ridiculous".... So I guess you think we should all sell our electrics and start hand cranking when we go to the Bahamas and deep drop. There are plenty of boats that fish the bbc that have bought electrics for deep dropping and fro day time swording... The way I see it is you only have so much time in a day... You get way more drops in with an electric so who cares if you find it unsporting... Your using your time better when you fish with the electric. I have hand cranked out of the rod holder for 2 years day dropping before I bought an electric. I have no reason to go back to hand cranking... I don't see any less sport in using the electric....

[Marauder1]

Originally Posted by Uncle Buck

I know... just giving you a hard time. Swordfishing has gotten rather depressing. I've resorted to being happy about catching pilchards. Maybe I'll try connecting the Daiwa to the castnet.

From what I heard you have been slaying the bait

[Marauder1]

Hey TJ dont you have a friend that runs a boat outta Bud n Marys?

[emijess]

Originally Posted by Marauder1

Hey TJ dont you have a friend that runs a boat outta Bud n Marys?

Yeah coop its called the Real MCcoy > George is a great captian and I have known him for years along with his wifes Uncle who was a captian for 20 years down there.Iriesoul his boat is 2 slips from catch22. I was not saying
that they were doing any thing bad Geore is as straight as they come and you are right about it being none of
my bussiness. But what I dont under stand is all the weeked fisherman
keeping 2 or 3 swords in a day. I understand large familys but I still
question it. AND AS FARE WHO CARES I DO I AM A NATIVE AN AM TIRED
OF SEEING 20 DOLPHIN IN A 5 GALLON BUCKET AND THE TAILS DO NOT STICK OUT THE TOP. OH HELL NOW I NEED A DRINK .

Iriesoul all I was saying was what happen to the sport in fishing.:

[novomarine]

here we go.... fighting over an electric reel... I believe it's due to that extra testosterone and lack of exercise... you guys should hand crank a few fish, that way you wouldn't have the energy to fight....

[Disco Lady]

Originally Posted by emijess

Looking for new crew with good luck

Get a Black Chicken COÑO!!!!!! and turn it loose in your boat.

DL,

[Relentless33]

Originally Posted by novomarine

I believe it's due to that extra testosterone and lack of exercise... you guys should hand crank a few fish, that way you wouldn't have the energy to fight....

...being a pornstar, how do you have any left?

[Broadbill-Pro]

OK, what's with




are you Guy's some sort of Swordfish Blood's or Cripp's

[bajakian]

Originally Posted by Marauder1

Ok...Bill dont take this the wrong way but how many fish have you caught on your reel?

LOL and Buck takes a hard shot to the head........

[Broadbill-Pro]

Originally Posted by Marauder1

Ok...Bill dont take this the wrong way but how many fish have you caught on your reel?

If how many fish have been caught on a reel is an indication of it's quality, then Daiwa passed the test.



Both reels have their good and bad points, L/P being made in our home town is certainly a good reason to buy it. In a perfect world the Daiwa would be faster and the L/P would not lock up due to drag issues and spool spreading. Those problems are nearly worked out now and L/P will upgrade your existing reels with the new parts.

If cost is an issue then the Daiwa should be considered, if your not concerned with all the bells and whistles like level-wind and counter then the Dolphin motor fitted to a Penn 80w or 130w makes a great 12v reel for about $2000. It has more than enough power and speed.

If you Guy's want to see something really neat, check out the Dolphin kite reel with wireless remote and level-wind. Pull in your kite while fighting a fish or while on the opposite side of the boat.