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Zeal · 11-28-2022, 07:43 PM

Happy holidays all!

I've used the search bar for reel maintenance and there were some good topics. I have too many reels to send out for professional care (and the oldest reel is at least 20 years old and still kicking!) but not too much info on materials to use for a DIY.

What do you guys prefer to use for a full cleaning? Too many reel kits out there that I'm sure I can make for myself cheaper and better.

Preferences as far as brushes for debris, specific grease, lube, etc.? I know I probably have most materials from my father laying around that I could use.

The reels are all "budget" Penn reels so I'm not concerned about a warranty or anything.

11-28-2022, 07:43 PM	#1
Zeal Always a Rookie iTrader: (0) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: South Shore Long Island, NY Posts: 475	DIY Reel maintenance kit? Happy holidays all! I've used the search bar for reel maintenance and there were some good topics. I have too many reels to send out for professional care (and the oldest reel is at least 20 years old and still kicking!) but not too much info on materials to use for a DIY. What do you guys prefer to use for a full cleaning? Too many reel kits out there that I'm sure I can make for myself cheaper and better. Preferences as far as brushes for debris, specific grease, lube, etc.? I know I probably have most materials from my father laying around that I could use. The reels are all "budget" Penn reels so I'm not concerned about a warranty or anything.
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