krawler Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 My pin simply doesnt run smoothly anymore. is there a shop in the gta that can service or how do you guys recommend I do it myself. thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyboy Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 What type of reel is it? I recommend learning to do it your self; most manufacturers have servicing information on-line, after that Google is you best friend. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Shearer Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 If it's a Kingpin, I'd be happy to help, with questions you may have. As was already mentioned, there are maintence tips on several manufacturers websites, as well as forums. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 The bearings can likely be tweaked so you're reel will run better. Removing them is the difficult part. Assuming you can remove them a lot of guys will gently boil them to remove all the old grease and crud. Or soak them in electrical contact cleaner or something similar. Once they're degreased either a couple drops of sewing machine oil or soak in kerosene then reinstall. Do not add grease of any type. Chances are your reel will spin a lot better if you do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThisPlaceSucks Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 (edited) i have found that if i clean my reel each time out and remove the sand and egg juices when i return home my annual maintenance is less. all i use is a microfibre cloth and warm water. Edited September 15, 2011 by Dr. Salvelinus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msp Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 After 10 years of steady use I finaly cleaned my reel. First thing I did was strip all the line and backing off the reel. Next thing was taking the reel apart. be carefull that you use the proper size screw drivers and dont force anything causing you to strip the screws. Next is taking the bearings out and soak them in some type of oil. (Sewing machine oil as metioned )While your bearings are soaking in oil soak your reel parts in vinigar while adding baking soda and scrub with a scrub brush. Use a q-tip or old tooth brush to get all the hard to reach places.Wipe off with a clean towel and put your reel back together and you are good to go for another 10 years assuming you have not lost interest in trout fishing Here is a pic of my reel before it was cleaned. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThisPlaceSucks Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 looks like it spent 6 months in the bottom of a trib. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Yeah, that's horrible looking. I clean mine after every trip (Even if it is just egg juice, I try to not dunk my reel) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJL Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Type 5 anodization...Not even a hammer + chisel can get through the finish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Type 5 anodization...Not even a hammer + chisel can get through the finish Yes, but he uses duct tape. Red green would be proud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Roe goo is potent. Anyone ever try and clean it off fabric? It's impossible. It's evil, evil stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-M Posted September 18, 2011 Report Share Posted September 18, 2011 Roe goo is potent. Anyone ever try and clean it off fabric? It's impossible. It's evil, evil stuff. I have to agree! It's amazing how well it sticks to everything! I've been a bit lazy with my centre pin lately and the goo is building up, I'm gonna have to try that vinegar/baking soda idea... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJL Posted September 18, 2011 Report Share Posted September 18, 2011 Roe goo is potent. Anyone ever try and clean it off fabric? It's impossible. It's evil, evil stuff. The scent of Roe juice on a car’s upholstery is one of the greatest aphrodisiacs a steelheader can use Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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