fixing reels

[robertc1992]

can any1 explain 2 me the easiest ways 2 fix fixed spool and multiplier reels :question: :question: :question:

 

[mickbrennan]

take them to a tackle shop

 

[d-a]

reels

reels

if you clean the insides regular you will get to know them then if some thing goes wrong it will be easy to spot and repair ( wot is wrong with them)

 

[SnaggedUpLad]

can any1 explain 2 me the easiest ways 2 fix fixed spool and multiplier reels :question: :question: :question:

It all depends on the reel and the problem your having with them mate. easiest way as mentioned before is regular maintainance so you know what the parts are and what they do. other way is to download the schematic or the explode view of the reel in question. That would also give you a better understanding for fault finding

 

[robertc1992]

if you clean the insides regular you will get to know them then if some thing goes wrong it will be easy to spot and repair ( wot is wrong with them)

how about how to fix a fixed spool reel if all the insides r corroded :exclam: :exclam: :exclam:

 

[d-a]

reels

reels

scrap it

 

[SnaggedUpLad]

scrap it

depending if its a high end reel anything that cost less than say £50 would be better off scraped if it is corroded to hell. for the insides you can be looking at the price of a new reel. If your reel was £50 and your insides were say £35 would you fix it or sling it and pay a extra £15 for a spanky one

 

[Mogthemackem]

Every time you have finished fishing with your reel dip it in some warm water with a touch of washing up liquid in when you get home, shake the water off and leave it to dry. Also, try and keep your reels oiled/greased regularly. This will stop any corrosion and save you a hell of a lot of money replacing them. Once they're corroded you'll be very lucky if you can use them to full effect again

 

[SnaggedUpLad]

Every time you have finished fishing with your reel dip it in some warm water with a touch of washing up liquid in when you get home, shake the water off and leave it to dry. Also, try and keep your reels oiled/greased regularly. This will stop any corrosion and save you a hell of a lot of money replacing them. Once they're corroded you'll be very lucky if you can use them to full effect again

agree with all that except the washing up liquid, washing up liquid has surfactants in which emulsify grease/oil (so when the washing up liquid coats your bearing it will break down the oil and the rubber over time) best thing to use is warm water by its self (In my opionion anyway), MOG mentions a touch which could work.

I tend to do the WD-40 trick, before and after fishing just give it a light misting. This leaves a thin coating of WD-40 on the surfaces which will make it more resistant to salt corrosion.... plus it smells good

 

[codandchips]

pro

pro

ask codseeker on here he is a pro at fixed spool reels

 

[Mogthemackem]

agree with all that except the washing up liquid, washing up liquid has surfactants in which emulsify grease/oil (so when the washing up liquid coats your bearing it will break down the oil and the rubber over time) best thing to use is warm water by its self (In my opionion anyway), MOG mentions a touch which could work.

I tend to do the WD-40 trick, before and after fishing just give it a light misting. This leaves a thin coating of WD-40 on the surfaces which will make it more resistant to salt corrosion.... plus it smells good

True about the oil/grease thing. I would only use a touch as I find it cleans better. Not sure if it breaks down the salt a bit better or not? WD40 is a great way and you're right it does smell better but doesn't get in the workings fully as the salt can if misty which is why I usually dip. Water/WD40 seems best way then - agreed? lol

 

[SnaggedUpLad]

lol aye mate, so its water, wd-40 and that loverly smell? lmao

 

[codseeker]

ask codseeker on here he is a pro at fixed spool reels

as you know i dont use egg whisks only on light rods bigger rods will be a multiplier c+c