Complete dismantling

Disassembly – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL

Complete guide to dismantling the DAIWA (Japan Import) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED (2018) reel. Estimated time: 60 mins. 15 compatible parts available.

60 mins ●●● Advanced 15 steps ↗ 15 items available
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1 Side plate
Étape 1 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 1
2 Coil Bearing
Étape 2 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 2
3 Reel 2
Étape 3 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 3
4 Crank
Étape 4 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 4
5 Star brake system
Étape 5 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 5
6 Friction brake button
Étape 6 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 6
7 Front panel
Étape 7 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 7
8 Backstop and upper pinion bearing
Étape 8 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 8
9 Drive wheel and brake discs
Étape 9 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 9
10 Pinion
Étape 10 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 10
11 Main focus
Étape 11 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 11
12 Wire guide system
Étape 12 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 12
13 Clutch system
Étape 13 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 13
14 Top plate
Étape 14 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 14
15 Framework
Étape 15 — Démontage – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL Step 15
Compatible parts

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DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED
DAIWA (Imported from Japan) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED — 2018
Diagram No. Part No. Play
103 6G511506 RS Ball Bearing
R01 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 15.19 Add to basket
107 6G498511 Spool ball bearing
R02 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 7 – ISO P4 15.19 Add to basket
14 6G523403 Ball bearing pinion
R09 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 5 - ISO P5 12.76 Add to basket
202 6G469009 Ball-bearing handle knob
R05 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59 Read more
33 6G538003 Gear shaft ball bearing
R06 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 5 - ISO P5 13.59 Read more
4 6F811804 LS Ball Bearing
R11 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 11.99 Add to basket
41 6G469009 Worm shaft ball bearing
R05 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59 Read more
44 6G469009 Worm shaft ball bearing
R05 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59 Read more
46 63205901 Worm shaft gear retainers
2.5 mm E-ring 1.60 Add to basket
68 6G523403 Ball-bearing handle
R09 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 5 - ISO P5 12.76 Add to basket
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Ratio 7.2 SHL Kit for DAIWA Z2020 Left 79.99 Add to basket
Ratio 6.4 HL Kit for DAIWA Z2020 Left 79.99 Read more
Ratio 8.4 XHL Kit for DAIWA Z2020 Left 79.99 Read more
Reel Glove Protection for casting reels 9.99 Add to basket

Disassembly – 18 DR-Z2020 XHL – Step-by-step guide

This detailed tutorial takes you step by step through the complete dismantling of the casting reel DAIWA (Japan Import) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED 2018, 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 15 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) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED 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 properly dismantle a DAIWA (Japan Import) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED reel
  • 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) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED 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) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED 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 (Japan Import) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED

This DAIWA (Japan Import) DR-Z2020XHL LIMITED 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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