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Old 08-16-2015, 12:37 PM
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Default Re: Reel Service HELP!!!

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Originally Posted by Jigman13 View Post
I learned that most shimano spinning reels from below the stradic and down the line need a lube job/greasing right off the bat. My reels were seemingly bone dry to where the grease turned into something comparable to an adhesive which caused the grinding/sticking I was experiencing.
Just about any new reel needs a pre-service, if you expect the reel to last. Greasing of internal part to protect them from corrosion is something that manufactures do haphazardly, at best.
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