[Nebe]

Back to the original subject, Boeing makes a lubricant called T-9... it was meant to be used to lubricate parts on their jets, but it was so good, they marketed it to the public. I think you can get it at West Marine, but It a pretty good protectant. WD-40 is a penetrating oil, and If I used it on my 704's that are packed with grease, it would probably displace the thicker grease, or break it down.

Its My opinion that if you keep your reels nice and greased up, and gently hose them down after use, your reels will work perfectly.. On the otherhand, if your having to spray them with WD-40 because of squeeks, then you need to take them apart, oil them, and then keep them oiled.

So, No I wouldnt use WD-40, I'd use a light coating of T-9 to protect the reels from corrosion. It will leave a light waxy film that will displace water. The t-9, plus ritual greasing will make your reels last a lifetime..(penn 7 series reels at least)