Complete Daiwa Lexa 300 service tutorial. Applies to HD and NON HD models and can help with the 400

[@jorgeposadas1192]

4yrs later, was time for a new Lexa 400 and I run into the video I watched to learn about my Lexa's, Still a great video.

[@MooMooOutdoors]

This is so awesome. Now I can fully service my Lexa with confidence. Of course, while rewatching this. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍

[@leespeed2885]

This guy realy knows his stuff! When it comes to reel tinkering i only watch this guy and read alan hawks reel reviews. Pls do a video on grease and oils.

[@Highspeed2]

I just replaced bearings and greased my 300. First time I’ve been successful doing this, and your videos deserve all the credit. Thanks for these things!

[@beckerwrecker13]

43 minutes just saved me a ton of time to grease the main gears. Thank you.

[@hoyt15flhtk82]

Would just like to take a moment and THANK YOU!!! I took pictures and everything I thought I would need in case I had a doubt while putting reel back together. Well I didn't and was in a pickle. But you bailed me out on the anti reverse dog. I didn't see it was split between the gear. So after watching your video I got it right. THANK YOU VERY MUCH, I'll be subscribing and watching other vids you've done. Perfectly done videos on the reel and your knowledge/meticulous nature is the way an instructional video should be done. A+ Sir

[@22MaXB]

Will you do a review on the newer Lexa 300 and 400 HD?

[@jjones9290]

There are a lot of tutorial videos out there for detailed jobs and I must say this my friend is one of the most well filmed I have seen. If it wasn't for the slomo at beginning it would be perfect!

[@sallindia3058]

This guy is pretty much on it, I've been taking apart reels and swapping out parts for other parts, don't think I have one reel that has all original parts(bearings, gears, handles, spools, etc.I like him, very detailed, he is good!!!

[@nikitakozlov8380]

A beast of a reel! You can't go wrong with SS gears... even if it doesn't have double bb pinion support.

[@refryguy]

Thank you so much for the video. I watched at least 10 ads to help support. I do want to say you went kinda fast putting it back together. Especially the spool and side that held the spool. I would mention which direction to turn the side with the spool to get it off. Mine was stuck bad. Overall 9.5 out of 10 on the video. It help going step by step.

[@jorgeposadas1192]

Thankyou for all the information, learned allot.

[@benhoey3443]

Hopefully able to fix the video. I can tell you're super detailed an informative. Looking forward to watching it once it's fixed! Thank you

[@ericanderson8890]

thanks for the excellent tutorial. I think I can now clean my reel. I've done once but it was stressful. this video will destress me

[@cdan1984]

Greatly appreciated, 1 recommendation can you show how to put the tiny spring on the top side in? I am talking about the one with the little U hook. In addition, there is a CERTAIN @37:45 side about that black plastic gear (which drives the level wind). On on side the straight edge inside the ring recessed a little but, I believe that side bite onto the brass bass underneath it. Anyway great job on editing and videoshooting.

[@alejandroalejandro9792]

Sweet video...this will be my first time servicing my lexas! But I'm not sure what to do when coming to greasing or putting oil? Could you help me out

[@georgebecerra6572]

Thanks for the video, I have a Lexa 300 line counter left. Only used it a few times and the drag won't tighten. Any advice? Have the parts diagram. Should I order new drag washers? Thanks

[@martinmullins280]

Thank you very much great video. Could you do a Abu 6500 reel? Or have you a video on it already? Thank you

[@bippeee]

Hi i just want to know if the level wind on the LEXA HD-400hsp only moves when handle is turned as my reel it doesnt move when on free spool, is that how its supposed to be? Thanx alot

[@Neko2fishore]

hei, i just bought lexa 300 hd left hand version. thanks to your video i could pre use service it. the innards pretty much bone dry from the factory with a little gunked up grease. but then i notice after service there is a little play on the whole main gear shaft assembly. just wondering if it suppose to slide in and out a bit few millimeter from the main frame?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Cool, Do you mean if holding the reel. If you grab the handle. The whole tihing moves in and out including the drag star? A little play is normal But a few milimeters?? That may be excessive. Where was it purchased from. And was it purchased new?

[@Neko2fishore]

yeah.the whole things attached to the main shaft moved with it. well thanks dude. il be trying it out on water soon. hehehe

[@TackleAdvisors]

IF it doesn't move in and out on the retrieve it's fine. As all reels do it to some degree. Well every star drag I've ever owned does. Regardless of size and price. But if it pops in and out on the retrieve....That'd drive me nuts..and I'd return it.

[@Neko2fishore]

i had it imported from usa. il open it up and see if the screws clamping the mainshaft is tight.

[@Neko2fishore]

just had it opened and made sure everything is secured. but the play still there. feels like pressing down scroll wheel on the mouse but wont affect retrieve though just feel a little off for me who never own one.

[@daviddombrowski2136]

You stated the original bearings were greased. All of them? Nothing I can find in the LEXA-HD300XSL-P specs to verify and I don't want to be oiling them if they are greased from the Daiwa. Are the Tranx bearings greased from the manufacturer as well? FANTASTIC tutorials!

[@daviddombrowski2136]

RESPONSE from Daiwa: The CRBB bearings featured throughout the Lexa-HD300 series will all have been oiled bearings from the factory.

[@jamesrobbison]

Great video, thanks! But now I have a problem that I hope you can help me with. I broke down my Lexa 300 HSL and when I reassembled it, the cast control knob underneath the star drag isn't working. No matter how tight I tighten it, the spool runs free when I put any weight on the line. I don't see anything that indicates a problem but it just doesn't cause the friction that prevents the line from flowing anymore. Any ideas for what to look for? Thanks!

[@REVIEWERPANCING]

Hey ... i have a problem with noise sound and bad Retrieve feel from maingear and the pinion after cleaning that part. How can I fix it?? Many Baitcasting reel like that. A problem maingear and pinion.

[@mazisama666]

Thank you for the detailed walk through. I just serviced my lexa 300 HD. It fixed up the thumb bar stickiness that I previously had but my spool still very sticky and no where near as smooth as day one. Would that be possible I over grease the reel? Should I clean out the grease and just it back together? Or it’s because I’m just using the penn grease not the daiwa grease??

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hey Max you may have gotten grease on the inside of the pinion that is hitting the spool shaft. That will slow it down significantly. Also I think Daiwa greased the spool bearings in that reel. And the service may have freed up or moved the existing bearing grease causing it to be sluggish

[@mazisama666]

Tackle Advisors I will try to take out the spool and clean it up. Thanks for the advice.

[@johnflanagan9368]

Great tutorial, Thanks! Do you have any suggestions on where to find replacement parts?

[@illinoisflyfishing1612]

5:08 and 46:22, the orientation of that spacer or washer is inconsistent. Am I wrong? Just wondering the actual position.

[@johntipton2354]

I noticed this too, he definitely flipped flopped it. It's going to work ether way, but I would want original orientation. I would think that having the lifted wings toward the handle would cause less friction, ware and scratching to the drag star. It is possible that he had it in there wrong from the last time he reassembled the reel. He did say it was taken apart over and over again to get the video right.

[@jeffsmith8958]

It’s correct the way he put it back together the wings should be facing outward. It’s actually kind of to each their own though some like the increased tension on the star and some prefer if a little more fluid. Either way the reel will function.

[@captlabo]

You just saved me so much time and frustration. Thank you so much for this awesome detailed video

[@mjosephseitz1507]

Thank you for this video. Awesome quality and very detailed

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks man!

[@paulsapolis6007]

Where did you get your Passi Drive screwdrivers and the Yamaha lube. Thank you

[@TackleAdvisors]

The wera pz0 is on amazon and grease I use Aquashield primarily now and have for a few years... Check out the recent kyohga maintenance video description for direct links

[@paulsapolis6007]

@@TackleAdvisors Thank you I’ll definitely check it out

[@28express]

Another great video, Thank-you! I just got this reel a not long ago and haven't fished it yet, looking forward to using it this season mounted it on a Trevala TVSC 63M, love this set-up. Now I can service it too! Is the older grey version of the Diawa 300HS-P the same on the inside? I've got one of those too. Would love to see a break down and service on one of the new Saltigas 10 or 15's.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks again Joe! The two are virtually identical. You can follow this tutorial and not come accross any surprises. 90% of the time you don't even need to remove the springs for the thumb bar. Avoiding that means. You should be in and out fairly quickly.

[@odiespankers07]

What kind of wrench do I need for the 400 removal? What's a keyed wrench?

[@Farquii]

You Just saved my life Bud, Thanks alot :)

[@AndreiZabetTV]

Very good and accurate review. It helped me with my Lexa - I scrambled the drag stack and I had problems since the reel diagram shows all the carbon disks as being the same, which they're not. Thanks, man!

[@daveporter4667]

Fir intis Romane.

[@hellomcfly2438]

WOW, I JUST MODIFIED MY 300HD (with gold trim) FROM THE DREADDED ENGAGING APPON CASTING ,THE THUMB BAR MECHENISM HITS A SPRING(LOWER SRING WITH THE LONG AND SHORT ARM) PREVENTING THE THUMP BAR FROM FULLY SEATING I TRIMMED THE METAL FINGER WITH A SMALL GRINDER "DONE "

[@grappler150]

Do you service diawa baitcasters. I have a Lexa 400 win and it got dunked in the salt water. Tried to service it myself with no success. Please let me know if you would be willing to service this reel.

[@leosoehnlen7465]

Love the video very helpful I just purchased a lexa 400 hd Winn and took it out for the first time it doesn’t always happen but sometimes when I make a longer cast there will be a loud squeaking with some vibration this is a brand new reel, was just wondering if you had any ideas of what I should do, anything would be helpful thank you!

[@TackleAdvisors]

I've had that with a 300 and a friend's.. Like a metallic squeel... Honestly I'm not sure if it's bearings or the shaft under the tensioner hitting the bushing (which is a larger bore than the shaft) wish I had a definitive answer but tsi321 on the bearings seems to help

[@leosoehnlen7465]

Thanks I will take it apart and see what I can do

[@luevueee3004]

Leo Soehnlen same thing that happens to mine too.. except it’s every cast.. brand new out the box and when I threw hudd or glide bait it would make a loud noise.. I tried to lube it but it still makes the same noise... I open up the reel and the reel is greased so I’m not too sure on what the noise is... cast great but that noise is annoying . I guess I should’ve stuck to shimano like how all my other reels are

[@JerseyMiller]

This is such a great resource. Thanks bud!

[@jamesreed7566]

I got a new 300 kastking Kapstan low pro that only has disengaging levelwind and clicker and narrow spool.Wont it cause problems casting with the line guide not following line off of spool.. when I turn clicker on the line guide stays in one place while line flows of spool from side to side,..I don't want that angle cause line to slow clicker down and fish tank pole in.

[@RyanSmith-fb8rf]

Why does my 300 Lexa HD have a spring and nut above the drag stack ??

[@mrmagoo6178]

Need a review of this budget REEL PICIFUN AILIJOSE 300

[@jamesreed8517]

Which is better Citrix 350 style or the Lexa 300.. both have bait clickers

[@paulmorgan5425]

Do you have a spool pin removal tool that you would recommend?

[@simmack17]

Where can I find those paddle handles thanks for the video I have 2 lexa 300hd

[@TackleAdvisors]

The blue one? That was one that came with the old abu revo Toro.

[@MrBigFishJoe]

I can not get the bearing out form the center of the magnet side plate. Any suggestions? It needs to be replaced.

[@briansoiza2614]

hi guys my lexa 400 hd sp has a drag problem ,it still allows line out with the full drag star tighted , any advice, what to do ?

[@cle569]

Thank you for the awesome video on the subject. I have a lexa 100p after I clean it the TRIGGER trigger has become lighter?? I mean light light, everything works. Any idea?? Thx

[@jaredspear2277]

The release button on my reel won't click down now after taking it apart...don't know what to do or what i did wrong but pretty bummed, any advice would be much appreciated, thanks.

[@jaredspear2277]

Thought i did something wrong with the tinz springs but i did it right

[@gravesendfisherman]

Is the Daiwa Lexa 300cc the same with this one plus a clicker? Does the CC cast as well?

[@Tony67032]

great video and THANK YOU for taking the time and effort to do videos like this, learn alot from watching your videos

[@innkeepers2561]

Great tutorial as usual, can you tell me where to get those faux reel seats ?

[@patricksoto62]

Are you using the TSI 321? I noticed on their website that it isn't recommended with any grease because it breaks the grease down. There are several different products of corrosion X. Which do you recommend and are you mixing that every time you grease? Is there a general rule for where to use grease and where to use oil? Thanks for the great video and attention to allowing the viewer see exactly what you are doing.

[@viktorchud2149]

Hi there. I have LEXA 300H line counter...Cant open side plate for service coz this reel don't have brake magnet regulator ...Please help!!don't want to open it with hammer .Thank you.

[@jurajsladkay2608]

Hi what bottle do you use for rubbing alcohol ?

[@mr.edmiston6725]

13 fishing Concept A C or E! I love the reels. I service them myself. I would like to see your opinion on the quality of those reels. I know you don't like there spinning reel but that was from there cheaper sister company one three. I've been fishing them for about 2 years with no issues.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Question....Are the reels you have current?

[@mr.edmiston6725]

Tackle Advisors yes they are.

[@Markherman1982]

Excellent tutorial thank you for making this 🙏

[@sp50]

What year model is that? And are the newer versions better?

[@illinoisflyfishing1612]

If the drive shaft bearing blows out, would that cause misalignment of the drive and pinion gears? When I have the drag all the way down, the reel will slip gears when reeling something big. Took the reel apart and discovered that the drive shaft bearing is really hard to turn and I notice there's a lot of play in the shaft itself (side to side). I can also tell that the drive and pinion gears are able to "bow" outwards, creating the slippage. I ordered a bearing, but wondering if I should've order additional parts for PM purpose.

[@girabaldytasty6224]

IllinoisFlyFishing my old lexa does this too. If you crank on it and stop the gears slip and it makes this horrible sound.

[@isaacrosales7178]

I'm sure they are similar but I have a left handed lexa 300 line counter that I am hesitant to break into.. if possible could you please do a video on the line counter version? Could not find anything online for it other than a parts diagram.

[@davideratti8253]

Hi..first of all thx for the amazing videos ur putting on here..great job!! Have u ever disassembled the right cheek?magnet etc etc..i need help on that!! thank you Davide

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks Davide! Are you referring to the brake itself? I have a few times. It's doesn't often need removal. Is your dial bound up from some sort of debris? Which reel?

[@davideratti8253]

I have a lexa 300hsl-p..everything was corroded in there and i broke the magnet trying to remove the bearing..i already bought spare parts for a few dollars but i guess It won't be easy to reassemble the brake

[@TackleAdvisors]

So you're saying you fished the reel hard :) good stuff!!! Let me finish the curado video. And I'll put up one going inside the lexa's brake. Last I can remember it wasn't that difficult. more or less just getting them seated

[@davideratti8253]

Would be awesome..ill wait for spare parts and your video to put it back together:) I love this reel..It served me really well for 5 years..ireland was just the nail in the coffin:)))

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'll have the vid up either tonight or tomorrow.

[@jamesreed8517]

Have u did tear down on kast King kapstan 300 and Lew's gx3

[@stevejohnson5728]

I am having a difficult time figuring out why the top clutch spring keeps popping out of the hole on frame. It sorta looks like the spring doesnt sit down deep into the hole but ive cleaned it out best i can

[@Dracula6789]

Hey @tackle advisors, I know this video is about 4 years old but I hope you get to see this. I've been watching tons of your vids lately and just want to say first of all, thank you for your amazing content. Its helped me a ton on my recent purchases. I'm at a bit of a predicament that I hope you can help with, I have just recently started fishing and I've decided to finally invest in a baitcaster. I will mostly use it for float salmon fishing in the river, I also eventually want to learn and get into bass fishing as well its just that in my region, salmon is pretty much the go to fish. Just wondering which lexa hd would you recommend the most, hd400HSL-p, hd300HSL-p, or hd300XS-p? Is the higher 8.1:1 gear ratio on the XS of much significance? I'm a total beginner as you can probably tell lol. Huge thanks again!

[@1000anavales]

Recently purchased a lexa 400 HS, non HD. Do you recommend upgrading to saltwater bearings for local saltwater use, or are the standard bearings safe to use?

[@littlegoobie]

ah. took 40min to get there but i was wondering if you used grease or oil on the main/pinion. I've gone back and forth using various products. I've had a few reels lose smoothness in a short time which i thought was prematurely and i always wondered if it was grease vs oil or even the product i chose. I suppose i'll never know for sure. The one thing that makes me lean towards oil is the fact that several manuf include oil with their reels. I don't think any reel manuf ships grease in the box

[@King-zm3xy]

HD differs from daiwa lexa only by the metal main and pinion Gear? will fit gears from ND to Lexa?

[@ButeoLineatus]

Hey I dunked my reel in saltwater by accident for like 10 seconds. Do I need to open her up and clean her like this?

[@TackleAdvisors]

If you completely submerged it.....for 10 seconds.....If you don't there is no guarantee it'll be like new in a week....All depends where the saltwater got too. And if it got out.

[@davidvitale1194]

I have a Lexa 300 left hand, and I cannot get the main gear to come off. Thoughts? Second question: what is your work surface and where did you get it? I appreciate the video. my reel, about 3 years old, has gotten into the habit of reengaging just about the time I complete the forward swing of a cast, usually with a 6XD on it. I took it apart, cleaned and greased it. We'll see if that helped.

[@luevueee3004]

I just recently got a daiwa Winn 300 for Christmas present and when I went out the other day to throw some hudd the first cast had a screeching sound. Not sure if it’s suppose to sound like that but then when I got home I lube it up and took it out for another trip and it was still making the same screeching sound. Not sure what’s the cause of it , but maybe defected? And clues ? Thanks

[@damienburke1081]

I had this issue, a loud metal on metal screeching sound when I cast. I replaced the spool bearings but that wasn’t it. I ended up cleaning and polishing the spool shaft and inside of the pinion gear with 800 grit sandpaper and it fixed it. I think a grain of sand got in there between the two and caused a very tiny burr on the shaft.

[@luevueee3004]

@@damienburke1081 I ended up getting a refund from PayPal and kept the reel for free because the original seller from eBay didn’t reply back. Turns out all I had to do was take it apart and lube it up. Got a good reel for free lol

[@alejandroalejandro9792]

Hey tackle advisor i would like to know if these same steps apply to a lexa 400hd?

[@TackleAdvisors]

I believe this was that exact reel

[@josiahp.3459]

I have the Lexa 300 wn and my drag isn’t engaging, how can I fix it??

[@tony1438]

Hey, I have a Lexa 300HP (non HD) and it makes a grinding noise when casting and reeling with resistance. I completely dissembled, cleaned, lubed, greased (thanks for the video). However, it still makes the grinding noise. I checked the pinion gear and main gear (no damage), bearings (no damage), spool bearings (no damage), and break bearing (no damage). Any ideas? Have you heard of this happening before?

[@TackleAdvisors]

I've seen spool bearings cause that. I've also seen them when new shreek on the cast

[@jamesreed7566]

What's better the okuma Citrix 354 .or daiwa Lexa 300 cc

[@jayjordan2069]

I know you said you were done with the low profile big bait breakdowns :/ But any word on the Lexa 300CC can't get my hands on any local ones. Need a clicker and caster. Older Toros only options..

[@nextgenerationcybersecurit2171]

Your video is a lifesaver! I watched it so many times to service my Daiwa Lexa 300H LC (line counter) and the 300 HD. There’s no way I could have it done it in my own. Thanks so much! Regarding the 300H, I couldn’t remove the side opposite the handle. There’s no screw, just a clicker (for making clicking noise when the spool spins). Do you know how to do it? Also, I had a problem with that reel even before I serviced it. It happened just recently. When I turn the handle, no matter the drag, the reel doesn’t engage. I have to lift the thumb up to engage it. This problem is intermittent. Any thoughts?

[@dilbert9812]

Where do you prefer to buy parts for upgrades or damaged originals?

[@Zewbacca]

Took my lexa 400 hsp apart. The insides are a little different. Have a tiny spring with a little ball and stem that sit on the end of spring. Have no idea where it goes just wondering if you or anyone that watches this video knows?

[@Kacamatagombal-wz5lw]

Thank you so much tutorial and tips

[@mightymouse8888]

can upgrade the winn series by using the HD gear and CR bearing.?

[@johncoyote6755]

Can we get a video about cleaning and maintaining shimano DC brakes?

[@scottreos1977]

Were do you get the upgrade bearings? Thanks

[@gaddielgarcia4548]

I have a question, I have a lexa 400 brand new and when I turn the drag all the way as tight as I can, I pull some line out and it comes out so easily....need help what’s the problem.

[@TackleAdvisors]

+Gaddiel Garcia hi Gaddiel. Are you fishing braid?

[@gaddielgarcia4548]

Tackle Advisors yes.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Check to see if the spool is turning when pulling against drag. Or if the braid is slipping off the spool. If the braid is slipping. You have 2 options. Unspool and add in some mono backing. Or unspool and put a wrap of electical or duck tape on the spool. then wind the line back on. Some guys like leaving the arbor knot tag end long..laying it to the side and winding over it. ((I've done it that way too...but it's not guaranteed to stay put.)) Check that and let me know. As that's the most common reason this issue occurs

[@jamesbayfishing9583]

would love to see you do a tws reel.

[@TackleAdvisors]

does the new steez sv tws count?

[@jamesbayfishing9583]

Tackle Advisors if it's really similar to the zillions that would work great

[@TackleAdvisors]

The steez sv tws tear down is rendering....(at 23% now....should be up in another hour or 2) Damn 4k rendering.....About to order a monster computer for editing. Cut it down in two parts.....dissassembly and reassembly.

[@jamesbayfishing9583]

awesome just watched part one and it was great thanks for posting

[@McClovinFishing]

Hey, I simply took the spool out of my lexa and put it back and and now the spool isn’t centered. What can I do?

[@TackleAdvisors]

+McClovinFishing centered? Spool tension knob to tight or loose? Fishing line stuck behind? Should be straight forward

[@McClovinFishing]

Tackle Advisors Wish I could send a picture. It is pretty straightforward, you’re right. No line stuck behind, I checked some old pictures of my lexa and apparently it’s been like this awhile- there is more rim of the spool showing on the left side compared to the right rim of the spool, giving it the appearance the spool isn’t centered. Thanks for responding and my apologies for wasting your time

[@davidlarauribe7299]

The bearing on top of the roller bearing: grease or oil? Thank you man, fantastic work!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hi David, Thanks! I'm a fan of grease. for that bearing. Usually Yamalube marine grease cut a hair with corrsion x

[@davidlarauribe7299]

Thank you sir.

[@heeman12345]

Great and very informative video. Can you do a service video on daiwa luna 300 reel. Thank you

[@jamesreed7566]

Why do dislike non disengaging levelwind on narrow spooled 300 size low profile baitcasters like okuma komodo and citrix and Lexa 300..? Wouldnt a low pro with clicker and disengaging levelwind on a narrow spool cause problems casting and when fish runs and the guide stays in place while line moves back and forth coming off spool.

[@NG-ci8gc]

What size barrings does a lexa 300 hd use it's a 8.1 gear ratio not sure if that matters but any help is appreciated

[@TackleAdvisors]

3x8x4 mm (QTY 1) 3x10x4 mm (QTY 1) 6x13x5 mm (QTY 1) These are the ones i'm using. Note though. THe stock bushing under the spool tension knob doesn't touch the spool shaft unless under load. Same goes for the replacement bearing goo.gl/CL5VLu

[@ResentedSquid]

I️ have a lexa 400hd that I’m having issues with. I was wondering if you have ever seen the drag stay engaged when you put the reel into free spool? If there is even the slightest amount of tension on the spool the drag stays engaged. If you have no pressure on the spool you can achieve free spool like normal. I️ have taken the reel apart and put it back together a couple of times but can’t seem to figure it out. Anything I️ should look for that could be causing this?

[@TackleAdvisors]

SO the thumbar depresses all the way without issue? When you had the reel apart. Did you press down the thumbar with the pinion and spool still installed. And did the pinion clear the spool shaft pin? That's a tricky one without seeing it first hand. When that issue occurs. What happens if instead of trying to pull line out. You try to roll teh spool the opposite way. DOes the thumbar trip like you cranked the handle after a cast?

[@ResentedSquid]

Tackle Advisors Yes the thumbar works as it normally should. When I️ had the reel apart I️ checked to see if anything was catching or binding up, but that didn’t seem to be. If spin the spool with the thumbar depresses it pops back up like normal. I️ just don’t know what would cause the drag to stay engaged only when there is pressure on the spool and you try to go into free spool (even just the weight of a heavier lure will cause it). I’m going to keep messing with it and see if I️ can find the cause. But if know of anything I️ should be looking out for that would be a step in the right direction. Thanks for the fast response!

[@ResentedSquid]

The spool will spin freely as it should when the thumbar is depressed without popping up the handle up when you spin the spool. However if you take the line coming of your the spool and put any tension on the drag (even the slightest amount) press the thumbar the drag stays engaged and you do not get free spool. All you can do is pull line against the resistance of the drag, and the spool doesn’t spin freely because the drag is engaged. Turn the handle reset the reel. Release the line and the tension on the drag. Now press the thumbar down again and you get free spool like the reel normal does. It’s got me scratching my head. It’s has nothing to do with how I’m casting the reel. This is all sitting down at the work bench inside.

[@TackleAdvisors]

If you tighten the drag down. And turn the handle. Is there more resistance when retrieving??

[@bgibs23]

I’m having this same issue and cannot figure it out. Press the thumb bar and spool is not free.

[@jorgeposadas1192]

Thankyou very much, was very helpful.

[@blueback21]

Have you found any major differences between the WN 300 and 300hd? Excellent video!

[@jeffsmith8958]

The main differences are in the materials also the HD uses 6 corrosion resistant bearings compared to I believe 2 on the WN. I think service should be the same but I’d wait for a response from the master.

Much appreciated video thank you

[@chumpchange00]

I like ur vids. do u ever do reviews and take aparts on popular shimano spinning reels such as ci4 s , stradic fk , or sustains?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks man!! Shimano has been my favorite spinning reel company for as long as I can remember. But prior to starting my channel i sold off a ton and exclusively fish stella fi's I'll be fishing with my buddy from shimano later this week.....gonna try and sneak a few reels without him knowing :) I had planned on doing a what makes a stella...a stella....but it appears I may have worn the gear set out as it's developed some play in the handle.....which is very strange considering it's an FI so it's not tha told.....So I gotta send it out to shimano for replacement parts before I do it. ((wanted to do it this month but figured I'd wait for the repair.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I just ordered every daiwa spinner from the exceller through the saltiga. So I want to cover the newest reels . So the exceler, fuego, tatula, ballistic, BG, saltist, saltiga. Are on their way. BG was supplied by a subscriber. Old ballistic is here as well to compare and contrast. If i can't get anything from my shimbuddy....I'm gonna steal a stradic from another youtuber cooking and fishing ;)

[@chumpchange00]

awesome I would really like a full inside out review of all of these reels and how they compare. thanks I keep watching

[@chumpchange00]

i just subscribed to your channel. thanks for the great videos

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks brotha!! I'm psyched to see how they compare as well! They sound like they come equipped with a great gear train. I really wonder how they differ from the brand new JDM 2018 steez. The 5 year plan for daiwa is very interesting. If the sustain is what we can expect for the next few years from shimano....ooof...I may jump to team daiwa for my spinners.

[@John_D2]

Re-watching this. I’m gonna buy a 300 hd. Nick , try Maxmia waterproof grease. I like it a lot. Reminds me of daiwa space age grease. $9 for a big tub.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Here's a vid that that I didn't put out that shows how versatile the brake is....it's the 400 but plugging in a small craft advisory was perfectly fine and I was casting the same distances as the guys tossing their 1500$ setups. I'll check it out down the road once i go through the stuff i have now. I'm really happy with the aquashield stuff.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6fXaaZ8fbBgrJI

[@John_D2]

Thanks for sharing brudda , looks like one helluva a good time..I can't believe the 300 hd is like $160 something on flebay...score ! gonna put it on a 8'6 st croix lone ranger. (snook slayer)

[@TackleAdvisors]

No problem. Damn that's a steal. My price through the vip form with shipping is barely under that to give you an idea. That'll be a fun setup for sure.

[@rastavibes1000]

How important is that c-clip on the little black gear?😂 Mine just flew across the room🙄

[@guillermolinares7417]

Harbor freight sells assorted - e clips in a case, the size you need is in there.

[@nasiasteel9105]

Would you recommend this real the long-term

[@TackleAdvisors]

It's a very good reel....I've not fished the majority of them.....While i have my preferences...all are pretty good. I really like the tranx 300/400, new revo beast 40, Lexa 400 (i like that one more than the 300) 13 z3 is pretty cool too. The komodo's are tanks too if you plan on fishing bait.

[@Pirapita2010]

How I love you ABU 😍😍😍!!!

[@pillow315]

Thank you very much

[@robertduran3809]

can Penn blue grease be used

[@TackleAdvisors]

Sure. Grease is preference and trial and error. While I prefer yamalube over penn. There are tons that prefer the opposite. 99% of the time. Fresh grease is better than old, none, or imulsified grease

[@sremetz]

Great tutorial. I just have one question. When I tighted the handle with the last bolt, it seems there is a bit of wiggle room between the winged washed and the handle when the real's drag is all the way in. This causing the real handle to move left to right. When I loosen the drag the winged washer comes into contact with the handle and no handle play is there anymore. I didn't lose any parts or anything like that. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hmmm did you tighten the nut all the way and is it threaded on properly as in not cross threaded. It may even when tight have a bit of forward reverse rotation under load but it shouldn't be floppy and loose goosey

[@spincaster1497]

Same this lexa winn 300 gear ⚙️