Cleaning and re-oiling reels

[TrippyJai]

I have a couple of reels that I need to be cleaned and lubed. I've never done this before and I'm wondering if you guys do this yourself or get someone to do it.

 

Any advice? I prefer if a pro does it for me, but who do I turn to?

[rbaquial]

Give these guys a call - they are CERTIFIED AUTHORIZED DEALERS for repairs/maintenance....

 

Aikman A Sporting Goods Repair

3010 Novar Road

Mississauga, ON L5B 1S4

(905) 277-3595‎

[Bondar]

http://www.wonderhowto.com/how-to/video/ho...g-reels-258663/

[EC1]

Be careful when you're going to take apart your reel. Make sure you know where everything goes, or else you will end up making your reel useless.

The picture of where each part goes where will be your best friend

[Beans]

In the olden days (40s & 50s)...it was no problem taking apart the Shakespeare Wonder Reels or Pluegers...but the baitcasters of today with the free spools need professionals servicing them...

 

First time I tried I couldn't get the braking mechanism back in place in my Daiwa...ended up taking it to a local bait and tackle store for repairs...

 

Spinning reels are a bit less complicated...

[bassjnkie]

I've been cleaning reels since I was 16, the firsts couple times drove me crazy. Now I'm cleaning everyone's reels for family and friends. Wiser's video is the perfect demonstration for cleaning reels, only difference I use Reel Butter. BTW, going to a dealer could cost a pretty penny if you have a few reels, call first.