4k Shimano Tranx 400/Tranx 300 full maintenance and service tutorial. Disassembly and reassembly

This is a start to finish screw by screw service tutorial. The only thing missing is removal of the thumb bar. (video file corrupted) There is s a single screw on the thumbar facing the front of the reel. Once removed the assembly can then be removed.
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[@dannthorburnn]

Do not use metal tools around the rubber seals treated with Core Protect. Always wear nitrile gloves and use of plastic tweezers when dealing with these treated seals. The frame to spool seal and clutch button seals have this coating. Use of metal tools or bare fingers will remove the coating. The effectiveness of the seal is degraded once the coating has been removed. Also be careful using oil and certain greases other than what Shimano recommends to preserve the coatings. Some cleaners can also remove the coating.

[@nikitakozlov8380]

or just don't worry about those things and use palm wax (shoe wax) on those parts if you f%^ked up the coating somewhere.

[@jurajsladkay2608]

really :)) coreprotect coating dries out on my brand new tranx 301, have photos to prove it

[@edbranch3239]

You are the SHIZNIT!!! I watched the video twice and disassembled my reel! Step by step, part by part, obviously you already know how good this video is! This video is awesome! Thank you, for all your hard work. It lets us “ plebes” attempt things like this!

[@TheBushwooky]

I got a 300 as a swimbait reel last year and just cleaned it for the first time. Very impressed after a year with it and now seeing all the internals. I replaced the worm gear bushing with a bearing and just lightly lubed everything since it won't be seeing any salt. Butter smooth.

[@humblelifeoutdoors4299]

Extremely helpful video, I can’t thank you enough!!🙌🏽🎣💪🏽

[@alldaytony2751]

This reel looks very thought out. I'm kind of impressed by how it was built.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I was too! I had the chance to play with an early prototype about 10 months prior to release. Then false leaks of a non sealed curado came out and i got worried they were gonna bail on the sealing. Gotta admit though the prototype was a sick black. Wish they stuck with that color scheme. Was even more shocked that the Tackle tour website who claims to be the authority on unbiased reviews completely omitted the seals as being important. And stated the abu was more refined which is absolute BS. I even confronted them about why they left out the seals...And Cal said seals have been around for a long time and it wasn't worth mentioning and wasn't innovative. I think that was the final straw....now I feel they are just shills

[@alldaytony2751]

Tackle Advisors this reel is all business , just that way us anglers like it!

[@VallejoVibes]

Best fishing channel. Thank you!!!!

[@holyherbness8269]

I really enjoy your videos. The video quality and narration are top notch. Can you please do a servicing video of a Daiwa Saltiga 15H or a close relative when time allows and a comparison video of it to the new Shimano Ocea Jigger would be awesome too

[@raymondjones1866]

I got into my TranX 300 and serviced it with the Quantum hot sauce grease and oil that seems to be good stuff when I used it on my ABU 6500s CL Big game ,Blue yonder and Inshore model the grease didn't migrate away from the teeth of the gears like the Penn green grease. and the reels operate smoother.

[@arabarran]

Awesome tutorial! Thank you!

[@toobytooanglers4468]

Thanks so much pal. Great video !

[@ikhwannasiranuar368]

shoutout from Malaysia. great video . am thinking bout getting my hand on the tranx300 for snakehead fishing in heavy cover

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hi Ikhwan! Quite a few of your countrymen spend quite a bit of time watching what I put out! I wish we had your snakeheads. In my neck of the woods they are small and invasive told to kill on site...which is sad. The tranx 300 will do nicely

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hi Ikhwan! Quite a few of your countrymen spend quite a bit of time watching what I put out! I wish we had your snakeheads. In my neck of the woods they are small and invasive told to kill on site...which is sad. The tranx 300 will do nicely

[@robertdaoud6837]

i would be so afraid to do this service on this brand new reel... But damn great info brotha. I need to buy one of these 400

[@TackleAdvisors]

+Robert Daoud I actually ended up damaging the coating on the rubber seals. Doesn't effect much other than the water won't bead up and roll off the seals. But just by touching the coating it sluffs off like glue boogers lol.

[@erkansalim1219]

Great and detailed video

[@TheBushwooky]

Awesome! I was considering this reel for swimbaits and was leaning towards some cheaper options but as someone who like to clean my own reels this is really enticing to see.And yea I am jealous of that e-clip tool lol. Those things are annoying.

[@TackleAdvisors]

It really is a simple design. If i were to do the maintenance off camera like how I normally would ..Including popping off bearing shields. I'd be open and shut and ready to fish in 20 minutes max. And if only used in FW....maybe half that!!!

[@lmsmbassaddict7779]

Thank you for everything you do.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thank you for your time spent here

[@lmsmbassaddict7779]

@@TackleAdvisors you are very welcome

[@ShanakaAbeywickrama]

Most useful reel service tutorial on KZbin! Many thanks. Could you also please show the removal of the spool bearing pin?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks man... Glad you benefitted.... Spool pin removal tool is required... With that tool it's easy

[@ShanakaAbeywickrama]

Tackle Advisors thanks. I tried the MoMo spool pin tool, but it did not fit. Will try and widen the gap on the tool and give it another go. Thanks again, and keep up the great vids.

[@TackleAdvisors]

If you have any more trouble look up bearing bad.. He makes pin removers for tranx reels

[@shanakaabeywickrama8061]

Hey, many thanks for this. Just wanted to check what you do to clean the bearings, especially on a reel thats been dunked in SW a few times.

[@SmartGuitarTools]

Bravissimo!

[@lifeisfuneh]

Well done! Thanks!

[@ahndeux]

Make sure you grease up the BNT5506 clutch cam retainer very well (the part held with two screws and two long post sticking out at 12:50 with the number 1712). That crappy part is made out of a cast metal and easily corrodes. If its badly corroded, you lose the ability to use the clutch to go into freespool. Its the worse component inside the reel.

[@wirinharwirjawan6422]

Thanks for sharing!!!

[@Essox19x]

Excellent Help! Freshwater Questions: There are two thoughts on greasing Worm Gears and Fiber Disks. I choose to keep both dry in all my other reels. Grease holds dirt on the worm and my drags are fine. My biggest item that jumps out is that you do not Oil bearings in the Video! I use Clenzoil and seem to have great performance on my other reels

[@sdinformant]

Love your content. I will be receiving a SHIMANO Tranx 300AHG Baitcasting Reel in the next few days for Father's Day. I prefer using the double paddle handle. Should I just purchase the Shimano OEM handle or do you suggest another. Thanks.

[@noiztrauma]

awesome tutorial! could you make a video on how to upgrade the bearings?

[@timgrzybowski8800]

Just wondering about the spool bearings. How do you clean them? How often What is your preferred oil? Thanks

[@trippingonfaith7094]

When I cast over my left shoulder the reel spins and the saltwater goes in on the gear side ( facing down ) at the end of the cast through the spool gap. When I take my reel apart the inside of the cover on the handle side is full of salt and the clutch bar and dog bone and spool tension bearing.

[@lar9531]

Hi there, would adding a drop of shimano bantam oil to the side cap of the tension knob, worm shaft, handle knobs and both ends of the spool after every 4-5 uses be ok? Or would it damage some of the sealed parts ? Or should I just continue to use it and get it serviced once a year?Thank you! Love the channel

[@2theM00n]

BIG FAN AND LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!! but as easy as an abu garica? lol...i need alot to learn

[@marczhp1766]

I just bought a brand new tranx 401 hg and after using it once in brackishwater and not using it for a few days I found that it was locked and I had to break it in again, but then it performed perfectly fine, what should I do?

[@djclineboy]

Did you ever notice any play in the reel while messing with It? Like the anti reverse doesn't engage instantly. Straight out of the box i can move the handle 1/16-1/8 inch backwards before it engages. Normal?

[@Slipsch]

What's the best grease for reel? Or which grease you found works the best?

[@squid0013]

I used to work in a fishing shop in college working on reels. What grease are you using? Im considering buying one of these, and it appears that it follows old shimano curado simplicity and architecture with some hydrophobic goodies.

[@espn8theocho]

Hello, what is a good option for a readily available reel grease to use in higher end Shimano reels? Thanks!

[@TEREBIBI]

Do you know the size of knob washers? In my model from 2018 (301a) there were no washers, I checked 10 times. After knob plastic bushings exchange to metal bearings (4mmx7mmx2,5mm - adopted from lexa 300 knobs) looseness appeared around 0,5-1 mm. Not big deal but i would like to reduced it either by using washers or exchanging bearings to a bit bigers (4X7X3).

[@GrimReaper68440]

I know that you did this video awhile ago but I was wondering, your opinion? Is a tranx300 is too big of a reel for my teramar 7'6" medium heavy ? Your opinion is valuable to me.

[@tobiasdonner6268]

Just discovered your Channel. Great videos, I really appreciate your focus on design and build quality! Do you see a ergonomic advantage of the 300 over the 400 (I have XL to XXL glove size), maybe a higher tendency of the rod rolling from side to side while cranking? Wich one would cast 1-2oz lures further assuming a full spool and the identical line type on both?

[@nickparitte50]

Thaks man!! Appreciate it! Tryin to keep these tackle companies honest! Honestly not really. You may find the 400 better with gloves though. I prefer the 400 over the 3 but that's just me

[@kizzjd9578]

Is it possible to upgrade the drag pressure? Like different drag washers or added springs etc?

[@wictorholmkvist8324]

Whould you choose tranx 400 or tranx 500 for casting big 200g+ rubberbaits?

[@Unknown-pz4tm]

Hi, I’m just wondering, I want to change the bushings on the handle knobs to bearings. What size are they or where can I find them. I’ve checked everywhere 😅

[@AlkoDental]

This was realy helpful, thanks alot!

[@SoCalOutdoors]

Awesome this will come in very handy very soon. Can you please do one for the talica and Trinidad?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Glad to help! I might be able to swing one for a talica II in a few weeks. But honestly wasn't planning on the Trinidads. They are similar to the tranx 500 minus the level wind bits.

[@SoCalOutdoors]

Tackle Advisors thanks and your attention to details is very appreciated.

[@budoggie808]

Full maintenance on other Shimano Reels please! Talica Trnidads Tranx 500

[@GetSomeTD]

I need to figure out how to get the roller bearing clutch out

[@paulmorgan5425]

I have a Tranx 300, 500HG, and a 500PG. I fish exclusively offshore, and inshore. My spool side plates have become hard to remove. Any tips?

[@YannaPlantita]

Hi, I have tranx 300 with power knob. Sometimes when I start reeling it feels the reel locks in not so smooth what do you think the problem. Thank you!!

[@exitar1]

Try Permatex 81950 Ultra Slick Engine Assembly Lube...liquid but sticky..

[@arabarran]

Can i use Cal's grease on all parts? It's the only one i have at the moment...

[@dujedelic6824]

Can you please tell me is it okay to put this reel on Westin w3 40-130 gram rod (1.5oz-4.5oz) ? What are the down size lures that Tranx 301 can cast? Like Super Shad Rap weighing 45 grams,will it throw it normally or its to big reel? And its okay to spool it with 40/50 pound braid? Wanna use it for pike lures in that range the rod is...Thx...

[@thomasharp3246]

I just got the Tranx 300 and it has a bit of reverse backplay. Is that a defect? My curado k and bantam mgl have no backplay so it doesn't seem right.

[@xda369]

Do you know why the reel have resistance when winding as soon as I tighten the handle nut with just my fingers?

[@coretan6749]

Hi the worm shaft is made of plastic?

[@chrisstinski8671]

I have a tranx 300 and every once ina while the handle locks up. As soo as i take off the cover the pahl clutch springs back seems it gets stuck under the gear. Is there something not tightened down, and there is play?? Thanks

[@paulmorgan5425]

I have a Tranx 300, 500PG, 500HG. The side plates to take out the spool have become difficult to turn to open. Any tips?

[@benjaminhook3394]

Such a helpful video. After changing out reel handles on my Tranx 300A I needed help and this was perfect. Hoping you could help with a concern I have. I’ve noticed upon reassembly of the star drag I only have one star drag spacer (part 2172) but the schematics clearly shows that there should be two. And I also noticed in this video there was only 1 on the reel you are servicing. Is that common? I have 2 Tranx 300 reels and the range of motion on the drag is drastically different. I think because one has 2 spaces and the other has only one. Idk...please advise!

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'm not sure why that is... At the same time some top drag washers are upside down on the 500s..just found that out 2 days ago

[@benjaminhook3394]

Tackle Advisors thank you for the quick response. I ended up removing the second spacer. So now both my reels have only one. The range of drag is much wider now. One is way overdue for service anyway so I’ll let Shimano figure it out when I send it in.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Skip to 23:10 for the start of the reassembly. Also feel free to watch at 1.5 or 2x speed if you want an overview!

[@Felix-mr1vs]

@Tackle Advisors are you getting a Tranx 200? Would LOVE a comparison between it and the Curado K. Very interested in that one! I'd think many others too?

[@TheOlman35]

Hey. I have both, they are the same reels ( size wize) tranx is loaded with bushing where the k has bearings.. 1 other thing to note is the material the tranx side plates are made of (HG) or aluminum...

[@albertogarbuio3735]

Is it possible to put the tranx gears on a curado 300e ?

[@trippingonfaith7094]

Can you do a video on right hand reel left hand casting reel maintenance issues. I have to service my reels twice as often because of this and was told extra grease helps.

[@TackleAdvisors]

HI Jimmy....I'm not sure i understand your question?

[@alldaytony2751]

Could you do a disassemble /reassemble of the Tranx 500?

[@TackleAdvisors]

I will in a month or two. Just did a full service and supertune (polished everything) a few weeks ago. Once the tuna season ends I'll be doing that. Its very close to the 400 only larger main and pinion, and 2 back up ar dogs....and larger in general.

[@krhomer6904]

how is the tranx 300for casting distance surf casting

[@daniellee1710]

So I bought one of these (401) and brand new out of the box the reel will not freespool when the thumbar is depressed. I have not taken the reel apart. Simple fix? Love your channel.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hmmm...weird...spool tension too tight? I know..obvious...but gotta start there Thanks Daniel!

[@novaday8813]

I have the tranx200 and took it apart for cleaning but my drag star won't click back in :(

[@davidlarauribe7299]

Quick question for ya: grease on the idler gear of the levelwind? Thanks, and the video was great.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks David! I always lightly grease it. Whether they are brass or plastic. DSG or non DSG. It'll slow things down a bit. But it'll free up as it distributes. Usually best to apply and wipe off the top excess.

[@davidlarauribe7299]

Thanks!

[@rawson74]

I noticed that you said you use warm water and soap to clean part... do you ever use degreaser/ cleaner like “Simple Green”?

[@jurajsladkay2608]

IPA fluid and spray

[@FishingforReel]

The star drag range is relatively small compare with Shimano fresh water reels. This reel doesn't have much midrange drags. If I install a couple of drag spring washers from other Shimano fresh water reels, will it affect the Tranx performance? BTW the worm gear on my reel doesn't have the black coating. They are exactly the same reels.

[@TackleAdvisors]

You could add a bellville/ cupped washer and it shouldn't effect anything. From what I understand they went from the coated alu to stainless in more recent reels.....Andrew Slazmo (instagram showed me that late last year I believe)

[@FishingforReel]

@@TackleAdvisors Thank you for the advice!

[@fishingcampkayakanglers8746]

Hi. Any idea why I have to re tighten my drag every 10 minutes. It just decreases every time I'm using it. Even quicker when I am hooked on a fish.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Likely braid slipping on the spool. A balanced bit of electrical tape over the arbor knot can go a long way

[@WolfKillerLestat]

How can you get the side plate off if one of the screws is worn-out

[@TheOlman35]

Hey, just picked up the tranx 200.. what's your thoughts on removing those bushings for bearing? Pinion support bushing and the shaft bushing and theres one on the line level as well..and yes I know about the 4 in the handles.. just wondering what your thought where and why.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I like the bushings over bearings especially at the handle base especially in the salt. It's almost like 13 and shimano listened to what I've said on the forums calling them bastard bearings lolol. I have one next to a curado K and I can't perceive any negative in performance

[@TheOlman35]

@@TackleAdvisors ok, well I figured I would tear the 200 down anyway and it's like they put grease every where but the gears lol..and it really is a mini 300/400 tranx.. but performance wise? I agree it really smooth and it casts for a mile, which surprised me.. with the whole bearing thing, I was concerned if I replaced the bushings with bearing if they where going to rust or have a better chance of it..

[@TackleAdvisors]

@@TheOlman35 they would definitely have a greater risk of failure in the salt. Which is why I was so happy to see it. Low profile reels for some reason see more moisture gettin inside than old school round reels. So ridding of non essential bearings is a major plus

[@TheOlman35]

@@TackleAdvisors ok so bushing it is lol..I'm a bearing guy..so I want to put bearings everywhere I can fit them in lol..thanks for the help

[@chinesevirus7709]

Can you do a disassembly and assembly on the scorpion dc, i fucked up the threading on the shaft not knowing that for jdm reels, left is to tighten and right is to loosen

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hmmm.. My jdms don't reverse thread... I'm not planning on doing anything scorpion beyond the mgl... Sorry

[@dudeman4687]

Are gear sets interchangeable for the 401? I want to put the lower gear ratio gears and drag washers in a 401hg.

[@arabarran]

Have you found out the answer yet?

[@Dmitry_68region]

Good day, please tell me what material is made of an endless screw on this coil? Plastic or metal?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Metal on the tranx. Although I hear on some markets it's now a different metal

[@AndreiZabetTV]

Good info on the Tranx! How's the krytox 225 you're using? Any link where to order a 0.5 oz. syringe from? Can't seem to find any distributor in Europe... Thanks!

[@lucapetralli1301]

Hi man, i really like your videos. I'm sorry if someone has yet asked, but i've two questions: which is the "lower weight" you can succesfully cast with 300 and 400 respectively? And, do you suggest me the 300 or the 400 size for both Sw and fw application? I'm gonna use it for Little tuna, amberjack and dorado that reaches max 30 lb here in Mediterranean sea and, sometimes, for pike and wels (wels reach about two metres length and 60-70 kilos) fishing in fw with lures that reach 2 Oz max, both for fw and sw. I asked a shimano pro staff for help: he told me 300 reel could fit best for these situation beacuse i can reach a better casting distance with the lures ill be using. I'm not fully convinced beacuse i think i will regret picking the little size beacuse of the less spool capacity (ill be using 30-40 lb for Sw, but at least 50-60lb power pro for wels). Can you help me to choose? 😊 Thanks a lot for replies and sorry for so many questions (and for my terrible english) 😁

[@TackleAdvisors]

I never really used it for light applications. But my friend who helped develop the reel for shimano used it in british columbia for steelhead. Throwing half ounce spoons with no issue. I would go with the 400 size for the extra capacity should you use heavier braid

[@lucapetralli1301]

Tackle Advisors if i won't use it for wels but only for Sw, would the 300 size be enough with a 30 lb braid? How many yards of it can the spool take?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Sure I don't see why not.

[@lucapetralli1301]

Tackle Advisors ok, thanks a lot. I'll try to ask to a shimano shop the real capacity for 30lb braid 😊

[@TackleAdvisors]

You're welcome. Tight lines!

[@eliasnordin8192]

I have lost the washer on top of the levelwind pull thing, now the levelwhind will get stuck and the worm gear metall will get really beat up and have scratches all over it. But for now the levelwhind is okay and the reel is working, but how till this affect my reel?

[@TackleAdvisors]

It could lock up tomorrow... Worm and pawl and then the two idlers in the reel would likely need replacement if damaged

[@eliasnordin8192]

Tackle Advisors just took the washer of my maxtoro and put in the tranx, and lubed the wormgear good. You think its good to go?

[@Lukedukeis]

Having a heck of time pulling the drag stack off the stem like you did in the video. Any trick to it ?

[@TackleAdvisors]

How well used is it.. Occasionally a real that has seen some good times has the metal drag washers bite into the handle shaft. Sometimes rotating the stack with the handle on the shaft may loosen it or free it

[@Lukedukeis]

@@TackleAdvisors thank you that was the exact issue and fix. You rock great video. I burned out my pinion and was able to replace it and clean and lube everything thanks

[@TackleAdvisors]

@@Lukedukeis Awesome! DId you replace both or just the pinion...more often than not if you replace one...it'll wear to the point of the other very quickly.

[@Lukedukeis]

@@TackleAdvisors both :)

[@sp50]

do the same video for calcutta D reel

[@anthonynoy9383]

Im having an issue with my 400A 5.8 i fish it strictly in the fresh. Just the other day I tried taking off my sideplate to adjust the brakes. Only come to find my sideplate will not budge at all, like it's glued tight........ any reason why??

[@TackleAdvisors]

Try loosening you spool tension adjustment knob that may help

[@wetblunt]

not using any oil?

[@noiztrauma]

Finally got my own Tranx 401! Do you get better casting length with only spool- tension brake or only centrifugal brake?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Sweet. Congrats! Awesome reel!I haven't really went with no brakes and tenioner only. I spend most of my time with 1 brake on....2 if it's windy. I set mine so the tenioner is backed off to allow slight side to side spool movement!

[@noiztrauma]

I ordered some abec 7s now. couldn't let it be. will compare them to stock and see what happens. am i supposed to run ceramic hybrids dry or use a drop of rocket fuel?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Weird...i thought i replied to your question.... I fish with no spool tension and rely solely on the brakes and my thumb. If fishing in the salt you need to make sure you run some sort of oil in the bearings to prevent against corrosion. Also depending on where you order them from. Some orange seal bearings come greased so you need to remove that factory grease to maximize casting peformance. Also note that rocket fuel oil doesn't last very long. I've since switched to TSI 321 for pretty much every spool bearing application.

[@noiztrauma]

You did 3 days ago ;) Well I fish brackish water in europe so yeah, salt but not that much. The ones I ordered come completely dry so I will ad a drop of rocket fuel i guess. Ok, how long would you say it lasts if fished let's say 1-3 days a week? TSI 321 is not really available in europe, but i might be able to get it off of ebay.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Weird..it didn't show up before...weird...it shows now...thought i was losin it....lol Try Scotts bait and tackle in the states....shoot them an email store.scottsbt.com/AME-TSI-321-Lubricant-4-oz-Squeeze-Bottle-P28569.aspx I found the yellow rocket fuel lasted just a few trips before bearings got buzzy. TSI i find lasts multiple times longer

[@socaloutdoorman4175]

I came to this video to see the level wind being taken out of the reel... however that did not happen so I'm looking for someone in the comments w experience for some help. I have my tranx 300 and the line guide is cracked... 100lb braid max drag grouper was a bad idea. Anyways I ordered a new line guide and its on it way and so Ive been trying to do some research on how to take that part of the reel apart in order to access the line guide and replace it. If anyone knows how to do that and can explain it to me or has any tips it would be greatly appreciated.

[@fresh2salt318]

How do you like that grease that your using ? How does it compare to the usual stuff ? I checked it out its pretty pricey , Thank you .

[@TackleAdvisors]

I dig it.. You talkin about the krytox? Or the green stuff. The krytox as long as you fully degrease the component you're applying it to it's great. If you don't it serves no purpose.

[@fresh2salt318]

Tackle Advisors yea I meant the krytox it looks like good stuff , there is also this stuff-- Finish Line Extreme Fluoro Grease, it's 100% Teflon might also be a good drag grease.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'd stick with the standard proven greases from cals or shimano. Greased drags don't make that much of a difference in the first place. And in most cases you apply it and wipe if almost completely off. It might be great stuff....but honestly even if it was 10x better....what would the difference really be.

[@fresh2salt318]

Tackle Advisors yea I hear ya.

[@Justin-zs1ql]

I have an issue with my newer Tranx 300 HG where the reel loses its drag in colder weather. It can be mid to high 30s, so not even freezing, and the drag will be almost completely gone. Put it in the car to warm up for an hour and it functions properly. I've read about this on a few forums with no clear answer to the fix. Has anyone experienced this or know the fix?

[@JustBankOnIt]

I got a brand new tranx and the thumb bar is hard to engage and when reeling to disengage it. Is this normal is there something I need to do? It just seems strange being a brand new reel it take quite a bit of pressure to be able to cast. Any help would be great

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'd swap it... Should load up Smooth and be nice and snappy

[@JustBankOnIt]

@@TackleAdvisors is it normal for more pressure needed than an average size bait caster to engage the tranx? It's not unbearable just seems to be a bit more than any of my other reels

[@bobbycha5126]

What grease are you using for your saltwater reels?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Aquashield and corrosion x....often modified with tungsten disulfide or an oil to thin

[@kyle_a_c2632]

Hey man, I find myself asking for a help a lot here, but I have another issue. One of my shimano baitcasters is really smooth until you put any tension on the line, then I can feel a bit of resistance and lots of little vibrations, even when I’m just putting tension on the line to reel in slack line, do you have any idea what the problem could be? I took it apart and regreased it and it still hasn’t changed. I am out of ideas.

[@TackleAdvisors]

+Kyle_A_C no worries man.. Lol... Peel off some. And try retrieving with your thumb pressing the side wall of the spool to add resistance. If no chatter or buzz it may likely be something in the level wind mechanism. If you have ever jambed any thing in the level wind you may have damaged something. Try that first

[@kyle_a_c2632]

Tackle Advisors It’s a little bit less noticeable but there’s still quite a bit of vibration and a sort of revving noise (if that makes any sense) is it possible to use too much or too little grease? And could the worm gear be a reason because I haven’t taken that apart because of the c clip, but I probably could if that seems like it needs to be cleaned

[@kyle_a_c2632]

Tackle Advisors I used this video to help take it apart (it’s not a tranx but the idea is pretty similar) and I was wondering if the bearing under the idler ever gets exposed to anything or if it’s pretty protected

[@TackleAdvisors]

The bearing under the idler. Ya mean the one under the worm idler? That one gets gunked up pretty good. Every inch of line rubbing against the levelwind guide having water wrung out and drip down to the worm. Braid dye's, vegetation, dirt, goose poop...lol...which is why sometimes bushings there are better.

[@franciscojaviermongemunoz8537]

hi ¿What is the name of the tool in 1:06 minutes ? and ¿where i can find it?

[@zhuk2466]

В чем отличия 300 TranX от 400? Спасибо.

[@brandonalmanza8572]

Hey guys, for some reason my spool isn't spinning when I release the "spool release" it's acting as if the drag is on. Any ideas?Thanks in advance

[@TackleAdvisors]

what reel? Was it purchased new or used..or off of ebay. Has it been serviced? So you depress the thumb bar and the spool stays tight and only turns according to the drag star setting?

[@milkoll]

Hi...TA,The metal oval shape on the line guide(BNT5611) seem to be loose and easily drop off and lost, i found out on this when i was spooling a new line in..is this normal or just mine? Thanks.

[@TackleAdvisors]

That's definitely not normal.... Definitely a defect.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Question for you..... How did you get that fancy text font for your screen name?

[@milkoll]

@@TackleAdvisors go to google and type " tai le font "

[@milkoll]

After looking at the metal piece which i mentioned before, its actually a alconite ring similar to a rod guide which attached to the line guide...i found that the ring is a slot in to the line guide..its not mould into it. Bad designed IMO. Super glue did the job..just my luck to received such a reel...brand new reel bought from local dealer. Anyway thanks for the reply and come it coming on the tutorial vids..excellent vids !!

[@sp50]

Plz help tranx or revo toro beast. I am from sweden btw

[@91celsior]

Hi there I'm having a problem with the tensioner and the star drag..basically my star drag is acting like its the tensioner...and the tension is basically doing nothing

[@TackleAdvisors]

what reel?

[@91celsior]

Tackle Advisors shimano tranx 300 hg

[@xgelid4850]

I️m having the same problem did you ever find a solution

[@TackleAdvisors]

Sorry I missed the reply on this one earlier. Has the reel been serviced. I've found if some of the small spacing washers aren't installed, or alligned properly. It can put a side load on some bearings. This reel doesn't use any bellvilles. So there may be a missing shim near the handle shaft bearing.

[@xgelid4850]

No the reel hasn’t been serviced at all just bought I️t off tackle warehouse new a couple days ago

[@adamrichardson9160]

Its helpful but doesnt answer why my line doesnt reel in even when the drag is tight. And it makes a clicking noise as i reel in the line.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Likely a result of the braid slipping on the spool. That's very common. The click is the level wind still gong back and forth but clicking when it changes the side that the line interacts with it

[@patron5739]

Hi I need help witch baitcasting reel buy to 200g lure weights. Shimano calcutta 401d or shimano tranx 301a or abu revo toro beast 51 Whitch one gonna be the best?

[@TackleAdvisors]

+Patryk Bochunewicz are you looking for absolute max distance

[@patron5739]

Tackle Advisors I looking good reel for longer then one season I will use that reel on the boat so dont have to be max distance

[@patron5739]

Tackle Advisors whitch one gonna be the best whichone looka the best if we will talk about quality?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Out of all the big low pros. I've enjoyed fishing the Tranx reels the most. Everything about them is rock solid. bottom fishing is another department that i found they hold up well. Pulling out snags really taxes the guts of a reel. I loaned mine out to a friend who togs a bunch. And the reel is now his :)

[@patron5739]

Tackle Advisors thank you for answer Can you tell me something about calcutta 401d? Is a good reel? How looks quality and long term use?

[@TheMuskyMafia]

I always replace my worm gear bushing with a sealed bearing. Idk why Shimano don't use bearings to begin with.

[@TackleAdvisors]

because it adds no perceivable benefit when on the water, and it only serves as a point of failure. tiny sealed bearings in saltwater rust the same as tiny non sealed bearings. For freshwater...fire away with all the bearings you want......but 99% of the tiny bearings available don't roll as smoothyl as a well fitted bushing.

[@TheMuskyMafia]

@@TackleAdvisors na they have those stupid bushing in their freshwater reels also and they get wet, end up losing their lubrication and drying out over time and not as easily turned as a small bearing with rubber shields

[@mywalkingfriend]

krytox @30:18 ! i clicked subscribe.

[@BadSensation]

I need your help: my Tranxs drag is either tight or very tight. I cant seem to turn the drag star too far (I get like 1 full turn and it stops) so I never have super low drag settings - either tight or very tight. Any Idea where the issue is?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Strange.. There aren't any Bellville to compress so once it's loosened it is all off. Did you take it apart and possible reassemble it without everything seated or oriented properly?

[@BadSensation]

@@TackleAdvisors Never took it apart in the first place. Got it like that new from the tackle-shop and thought this was normal until I saw your video.

[@conorginley2368]

What grease do you use for this reel?

[@TackleAdvisors]

been using corrosion x with great results. Whoops thought it said tranx 500. I used some krytox on this one. I sold it off not too long ago to a friend. After he borrowed it indefinitely :)

[@conorginley2368]

Tackle Advisors thanks, and how often should a teardown like this be done? Is this an annual thing?

[@TackleAdvisors]

You're welcome. Saltwater is different...verrrrrry different. And do you want it to last like new. corrosion x oil is your best friend...so is a little dropper bottle. If you hit it with raw water washdown.....that could do some serious damage. if you dunk it....same. If it stays dry and only sees water coming off the fishing line....then a light spray down with water......and a drop of oil on the x ship bearing and levelwind after a few trips should be okay. And if you want like new and you fish quite a bit...2x per year. Tear down is best. And that's fishing 3-4 times/ week. And if it starts getting sticky or tight.....address it immediately.

[@conorginley2368]

Tackle Advisors thank you so much this is very helpful. Love the channel!

[@TackleAdvisors]

you're welcome Thanks!! I'm overdue putting out a video series in how to keep stuff running lke new

[@swimbait7145]

How do u remove Tranx handle knobs?

[@swimbait7145]

NVM I saw the end of the video thanks

[@TackleAdvisors]

Lol glad to help :)

[@swimbait7145]

@@TackleAdvisors can u make a video to put the drt handle knobs on the stock handle

[@lesrinehart933]

Well I guess that stops me from buying the 200 plastic worm gear

[@loungydoc]

That reel didn’t need maintenance lol