Common Repair Problems - International Reels

HOW TO IDENTIFY WHICH VERSION OF THE 70VS THAT YOU HAVE

Identifying your version of 70VS

There are two versions of the 70VS with enough differences to cause problems if you order the wrong parts. Especially relevant to the clamp studs and reel stand.

Penn used serial numbers to distinquish the two versions but we have since found out that their numbers were not accurate. So use the method below to identify your reel.

TAKE A LOOK AT YOUR REEL STAND:
This is the most simple way to tell which version you have.

NEWER Version: 30-50VS stand with 50VS Stand w/34-70VS Flat headed stud which fits through the holes in the stand then slides sideways to lock into the square opening on the stand. Stand/stud are NOT compatible w/Older housings.

OLDER Version: 30-50T stand with curved sides that allows 34-70 stud to screw UP into the housing itself. 34-70 Stud is double threaded.

Go to your version of the reel:

PENN 70VS (After #F070001)

PENN 70VS (Before #C060700)