Dink whisperer Posted December 2, 2022 Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 Anybody ever paint a star drag with good results? More specifically I want the one on my Curado 300k to be black. Can't find anything aftermarket that fits so I'm thinking of painting it. It feels like metal? Any help or instructions will be much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SVT THUNDER Posted December 2, 2022 Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 Gomexus recently added aftermarket star drag replacements. They have a black aluminum one that says it fits the Shimano Curado K. I’ve always just messaged them via FB or IG for specific model fitting questions before I plan on making a purchase. https://gomexus.com/products/diy-aluminum-star-drag-for-shimano?pr_prod_strat=use_description&pr_rec_id=2b530ce31&pr_rec_pid=6827674468451&pr_ref_pid=6749883629667&pr_seq=uniform&variant=40039437762659 Dink whisperer and bassfishing24/7 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dink whisperer Posted December 2, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 (edited) 4 minutes ago, SVT THUNDER said: Gomexus recently added aftermarket star drag replacements. They have a black aluminum one that says it fits the Shimano Curado K. I’ve always just messaged them via FB or IG for specific model fitting questions before I plan on making a purchase. https://gomexus.com/products/diy-aluminum-star-drag-for-shimano?pr_prod_strat=use_description&pr_rec_id=2b530ce31&pr_rec_pid=6827674468451&pr_ref_pid=6749883629667&pr_seq=uniform&variant=40039437762659 I saw those but it doesn't specify if they fit 300 sized reels which I'm assuming are different. I asked somebody in their chat (since I don't have socials) and they said it wouldn't fit so not sure..... Edited December 2, 2022 by Dink whisperer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SVT THUNDER Posted December 2, 2022 Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 Just now, Dink whisperer said: I saw those but it doesn't specify if they fit 300 sized reels which I'm assuming are different. I asked somebody in their chat and they said it wouldn't fit so..... Ahh…it figures. They need to get more specific about the reel models that their products fit and don’t fit. That’s why I’ve always asked first. Which it seems you have. If I run across what you need, I’ll hit you up. Dink whisperer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim137a Posted December 2, 2022 Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 Reach out to @Bmc_custom_repair on IG - He custom paints reels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uknowme Posted December 2, 2022 Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 I would look into cerakote. When I used to be into customizing all my reels I had one done completely in cerakote. Most gun shops will paint the parts, plus it’s durable. MA Frog Man and Dink whisperer 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dink whisperer Posted December 2, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 (edited) 9 hours ago, Jim137a said: Reach out to @Bmc_custom_repair on IG - He custom paints reels I don't have any socials at the moment. 4 hours ago, Uknowme said: I would look into cerakote. When I used to be into customizing all my reels I had one done completely in cerakote. Most gun shops will paint the parts, plus it’s durable. I actually have a Glock done in it. Didn't even think of it. Thanks Edited December 2, 2022 by Dink whisperer Uknowme 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevro1et Posted December 2, 2022 Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 (edited) If the parts are metal, you could look into having them anodized or electro-plated. Parts have to stay within tolerances so they fit back together and function properly. I know of some guys that have had a hard time with cerakote on vintage razors not meeting tolerances once they have been coated. Edited December 2, 2022 by chevro1et yeah Dink whisperer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dink whisperer Posted December 2, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2022 I just test fitted a Curado 200k star on my 300k and it's a no go so the Gomexus star is out of the question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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