Complete dismantling

Disassembly – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L

Complete guide to dismantling the DAIWA (Japan Import) SS AIR 8.1R (2014) reel. Estimated time: 60 mins. 16 compatible parts available.

60 mins ●●● Advanced 21 steps ↗ 16 items available
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1 Dismantling
Étape 1 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 1
2 Side plate
Étape 2 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 2
3 Coil
Étape 3 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 3
4 Coil roller
Étape 4 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 4
5 Crank
Étape 5 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 5
6 Upgrade 1: Handle Bearing
Étape 6 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 6
7 Brake disc
Étape 7 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 7
8 Star brake system
Étape 8 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 8
9 Gearbox
Étape 9 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 9
10 Friction brake button
Étape 10 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 10
11 Non-return valve
Étape 11 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 11
12 Drive wheel and brake discs
Étape 12 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 12
13 pinion
Étape 13 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 13
14 Spring
Étape 14 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 14
15 Main focus
Étape 15 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 15
16 Front cover
Étape 16 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 16
17 Wire guide system
Étape 17 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 17
18 Guide wire
Étape 18 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 18
19 Clutch system
Étape 19 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 19
20 Trigger
Étape 20 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 20
21 Framework
Étape 21 — Démontage – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L Step 21
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SS AIR 8.1R
DAIWA (Imported from Japan) SS AIR 8.1R — 2014
Diagram No. Part No. Play
18 6G281602 LS Ball Bearing
R21 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 13.56 Add to basket
203 6G720001 Handle knob collar (4 7 2.5)
R05 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59 Read more
204 6G469002 Ball-bearing handle knob
R05 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59 Read more
30 6G281602 Spool ball bearing
R21 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 13.56 Add to basket
44 6G466202 Worm shaft ball bearing
R07 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59 Add to basket
49 6G431004 Clutch cam ball bearing
R04 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 11.99 Read more
56 63205901 Kitzkreiber – Retiner.
2.5 mm E-ring 1.60 Add to basket
61 6G466202 Ball bearing pinion
R07 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59 Add to basket
73 63205901 Gear - Shaft Retainer
2.5 mm E-ring 1.60 Add to basket
75 6G466202 Gear - shaft ball bearing
R07 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59 Add to basket
90 6G756301 Ball-bearing handle
R10 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 12.76 Add to basket
Reel Glove Protection for casting reels 9.99 Add to basket
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Hedgehog Studio Spool Pin Model #1 3.99 Add to basket

Disassembly – 14 SS AIR 8.1 L – Step-by-step guide

This detailed tutorial takes you step by step through the complete dismantling of the casting reel DAIWA (Japan Import) SS AIR 8.1R 2014, to facilitate maintenance, cleaning and the replacement of wear parts, particularly bearings.

Designed to be clear and practical, this guide is aimed at anglers wishing to maintain their equipment as well as those looking to improve the performance of their reel. Each step is illustrated to help you identify the components precisely, understand their role and carry out the work without risk of error. Thanks to the exploded view and parts table, you can quickly find the 16 manufacturer part numbers and the compatible parts available. This saves you time, prevents ordering errors and ensures the long-term optimisation of your reel’s performance.

Why take apart a DAIWA (Japan Import) SS AIR 8.1R reel?

  • Clean the internal components (grease, sand, salt, dirt)
  • Replace worn or original bearings with high-precision models
  • Improve throwing distance and the fluidity of the spin
  • Reducing mechanical noise and vibrations
  • Check the wear parts (gears, brake, axles)

Aims of the tutorial:

  • How to dismantle a DAIWA (Japan Import) SS AIR 8.1R reel correctly
  • Easily identify each part
  • Access the bearings for maintenance or upgrading
  • Improve the smoothness, precision and service life of the reel

Access to parts and compatibility

Thanks to the exploded view of the DAIWA (Japan Import) SS AIR 8.1R and the associated parts list, you can quickly identify each component: bearings, gears, brake washers, axles and structural parts. Each manufacturer’s part number makes it easy to find compatible spare parts and avoid any errors when ordering.

The reel bearings play a key role in performance. Replacing them with high-precision models (stainless steel, hybrid ceramic, ABEC 5 or ABEC 7) results in smoother rotation, improved spool inertia and optimised casting.

Optimisation and upgrading of the reel

Beyond maintenance: dismantling the reel DAIWA (Japan Import) SS AIR 8.1R also opens up the possibility of making improvements: upgrading the bearings, changing the gear ratio using a gear kit, upgrading the brake with Carbontex® discs, or using suitable lubricants. These optimisations allow you to tailor the reel to your fishing style: finesse fishing (BFS), power fishing, casting for distance or enhanced accuracy.

Reel disassembly guide – DAIWA (Imported from Japan) SS AIR 8.1R

This DAIWA (Japan Import) SS AIR 8.1R fishing reel disassembly guide provides a comprehensive step-by-step guide to cleaning, maintaining and upgrading your reel. Proper reel maintenance ensures better casting distance, smoother retrieval and a longer lifespan. Whether you are replacing spool bearings, upgrading to ceramic bearings, or carrying out a full clean, this tutorial helps you safely access all internal components and understand how they work.

  • Step-by-step guide to dismantling a fishing reel
  • A practical guide to maintenance and cleaning
  • Spool bearing replacement and upgrade
  • Improve casting distance and smoothness
  • Identify reel parts using an exploded view

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