Fishing Reel Servicing - Daiwa Sl30sh

Here is show how I service my Daiwa Sl30sh multiplier reel. Most multiplier reels are very similar, so this basic method can be adapted to service many other makes and models. I hope this helps.

[@Gordonhaymes]

It’s a Brave husband who uses a white towel when servicing reels, then I remembered where your currently located ! Nice how to , thank you John. 🤘🇨🇭

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Gordon Haymes - I had a bin full of ex hotel towels in the garage that I use for the boat or projects. 😉 wouldn’t dare us Mrs Fishlockers best towels. 😛

[@jopatz54]

Another good video, thanks. Those defo are a sparkys screwdrivers... they look clean and hardly used ;)

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

jordan patterson - Haha. Fair one. 😆

[@dave30051984]

Been watching all your videos for a year or so now and i must say everyone of them is brilliant keep up the good work😉

[@quietlife4me]

Perfect timing! I have (3) 15+ year old reels I found in the garage a week ago

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Tyler Allison - Thats the next couple of days sorted for you then Tyler. 😆👍🏻🎣

[@seaangling]

Cracking video John, I was doing a little research before filming one myself but you’ve got it covered. 👍🏻

[@kjefferyfishing-12]

Very helpful video John, I am getting a couple Daiwa sl30sh reels next month so this is a very helpful video for when I take them apart and service them at the end of the season or every six months👍🎣🎣cracking video keep up the good work pal🎣🙌

[@nomad7412]

Very nice demo of how it should be done and a great video for young starting angling. Look after your tools (in any trade) and they will look after you, as they say. It's amazing though, just how many designs of the same style of reels there are. The drag on that reel is completely different from an abu 7000. In the abu, there are 4 rollers which are interchangeable with different diameters which can be adjusted for casting, Then there is one single gnarled nut on the side which when tightened, gives the spool speed. By compressing the axle of the spool. On these reels , it is necessary to put oil ONTO the small metal friction plates at the ends. The compression is what slows the spool speed for casting ( not drag ) and is numbered for easier settings once you have dialled in your initial setting. Of course, the downside to this design is that the wear on the spool spindle is worn quicker than some because the ends ( which start off conical shaped ) become flattened against the small metal friction plate.and become really unusable for casting. So after a few years, maybe less, if not oiled, the wear on your spool will be terminal and a new one will be needed. The life of the spool can be extended by oiling correctly on the ABU 7000 and on all reels come to that. They are all different, with clever designs, but none of that matters if they are neglected.Far easier to simply throw your money away and start a scrap business for dead fishing reels. I've had my ABU 7000 for about 50ish years and still use it. It's like an old friend and old friends should be looked after and treasured.This video was far better than you might think to a young angler who really wants to get into the sport..It might encourage a greater depth of understanding of their future treasured reels. Tight Lines to all and have a very happy time with your reels. Regards.

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Nomad - Thank you very much mate. I hope that it helps folks out. If only by showing the importance of being methodical and organised. 😊👍🏻🎣

[@nomad7412]

@@thefishlockerworkshop Yea mate. Sorry about the rambling. Forgot myself. If that was your point of the video, i'm daft to have missed it. However, I can see how dismantling anything has to be organised. Good point. Thanks again for your efforts. :)

[@janbundell6434]

Smashing vid John....love to all....Bob (IOW)

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Jan Bundell - Cheers Bob. Take care mate. 👍🏻😊

[@technicstim]

easy to follow thanks John,going to replace those fabric washers with Carbontex Drag Washer Kit.

[@tomfox8819]

My grandad gave me his 2 fishing rods and 2 reels they need cleaning this video will be helpful thanks

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- I am glad we could help. :)

[@user-yj4oo1lm8v]

great video john

[@davidallen7540]

As always a great video 👍

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

David Allen - Cheers David. Take it easy mate. 👍🏻😉🎣

[@alexstubbs3398]

as if i've just found out you have another channel! Hope you're well, your videos are brilliant!

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Alex Stubbs - I hope you enjoy the videos mate. 😉🎣

[@CodWalloper]

Why go to all that bother and do nothing with the bearings? They should be cleaned and oiled not washed out in a bowl of warm soapy water. Also drag washers need a bit grease to waterproof them!

[@saltynutters]

Great 👍 thanks

[@robertboardman100]

Your so good at what you do Wish I was you !

[@davidb.7093]

Why pay to have a reel serviced when you can follow a Fish Locker video and do it yourself. Well made video and simply explained thanks for posting.

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

David B. - I hope the video helps folks out David. 😉👍🏻

[@AmazingFishingUK]

great video simply explained

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Amazing Fishing UK - Things don’t have to be complicated do they. 👍🏻😊

[@benwoodhouse4329]

A got one new today and went to tighten my drag up fully and the spool just runs out like tthe drag is on just a little hope you can help

[@cristisst12]

quick question: is it a particular reason why you don't install the breaks on it? I've seen when you dismantled that they're missing

[@philjamieross107]

thanks for sharing

[@gebear1]

Hi John, which molykote silicone grease do you use for servicing the reel as I see there are different types.

[@mannyg9059]

John, what type of pole would you recommend using with the SL20SH reel? length, eyelets guides size? I want to be able to cast without too much back lash. Thanks.

[@johnmichael1220]

Hi great videos as always mate. I'm looking to mag my slosh 30. Would you recommend this buddy. If so, could you please advise where is best to send it to and also what kinda price am I looking at for the change still would like to keep the clicker also Thanks great video

[@mudskipper61]

Hello john,great videos and all tje best to the family, i wanted to ask you if you have used the carbontex washers in your sloshes and are they as good as they say they are,i value your opinion pal,cheers.

[@gordonjohn4475]

Hi. Do you grease the cogs? If so, which grease? Thank you

[@5wisher5weet]

I heard a tip from an Aussie that works for Shimano servicing reels...warm climate places always use grease over oil

[@fishingsquaduk1251]

Is it normal for them to have brakes in?? I brought one brand new there's none in it. Yet the one I bought second hand off ebay has some 😆 which iv removed.

[@scottishwildfowler4062]

You should ideally be lubricating your drag washers with a Reel Drag Grease. This stops the drag washers sticking together, which reduces the performance of your drags. Just a thought you should consider when doing your reel services

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- Great tip. I have never actually seen that before?

[@scottishwildfowler4062]

The Fish Locker Workshop have a look here jimsreelshop.co.uk/Cals-Universal-Reel-and-Star-Drag-Grease-1oz-/28-Grams Hope this helps👍🏼

[@Gusrover]

Hi John. Love your channel mate. Just wanted to ask you, have you ever converted the slosh to mag brakes and if so your thoughts on it versus keeping the clicker

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- No I haven't. I use mine mainly for the boat so casting isn't a big deal.

[@Bloozardmann]

great video once again. question tho,... do you not service the spool bearings?

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- Some parts, unless they're making a noise or seized. Leave them be. ;)

[@detrasdelpique9769]

Hola que le pones en los tornillos?? esa crema blanco ???

[@trampster7306]

Excellent clear video John. The sound was breaking up a bit for me, but it may be that my Bluetooth headphones need another charge! I'm assuming you are going to do a similar one for us Coffee grinder (F/S) users! Can I ask where you got that SIlicone grease? I ordered some last year, but if you tip the tube up, it runs out like water! Thanks for the updates - regards to you & the family - stay safe. stay well.

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Trampster - I will eventually do a fixed spool one but by the time I’d done the multi the light wasn’t good enough to make a video. I acquired the grease from a local tradesman. Who may or may not have been in charge of inventory at his work. 🤔

[@uluacom]

🔥

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- You're damn right!! :)

[@theoisaac9948]

How are you sir, enjoy. Good tips

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- Thank you Theo.

[@danieloneill3398]

I most send mine over til ya. Keep you busy in lock down lol. Wee buns my a££ I’ve messed up some reels in my time. Stay safe

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- Haha. Staying tidy, patient and organised is the way forward mate. ;)

[@delevo51]

Hi John have you ever done a vid on servicing a baitrunner reel mate?

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- I've not gotten round to making one yet Del. Though there will be plenty on KZbin somewhere if you're desperate for one. ;)

[@petercrann1551]

how many bearings would i need to order to fit into my Slosh 30 as they are sounding rough as a bears arse against a oak tree

[@CodWalloper]

4 bearings in the slosh

[@chrisdavison2022]

If yoou find the friction pads contaminated with oil etc, what's the best thing / way to flush and clean them? Got an Abu 6500c from way back in 1994* to sort out.... *The receipt was still in the box! 🙈

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Chris Davison - You can get as much out as you can with kitchen towel etc but ideally a degreaser/electrical cleaner. Nothing too harsh though or you’ll damage the washer. 😉

[@kevinbuckler1085]

@@thefishlockerworkshop I always clean mine with lighter fuel,then leave them to evaporate.

[@MartinHubbard1]

Just found this channel John, from your other one ..So sub`d of cause :-)

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- Glad to have you aboard mate. We keep the more technical vids on this channel and the catch report style ones on the other. ;)

[@markjarvis7637]

Hi John,, the molycote grease you were using, which one is it??? there are several types on there web site

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Mark Jarvis - Just a standard silicone or lithium grease will do you mate. If you really want to do the job properly you can buy “reel grease” from the likes of Penn. But the grease isn’t to lubricate it’s to protect. 😉

[@markjarvis7637]

@@thefishlockerworkshop Cheers John, thought your grease was a better type, i do use Penn grease and their Rod cleaner, thats very good for sealing both rods and reels

[@nshansingh5005]

Hi John I've tried giving my sl20sh-a service but I've taken side plate away but the spool won't come out can you please explain/help I look forward to your reply thanks. Otherwise your video was easy to follow.

[@henryrossouw930]

Check that the line is completely on the spool otherwise it will get stuck between the frame and the spool and wont come out.

[@motoristaNDM]

Boa.tarde amigo Qual material eu faço esses discos do Drag..?

[@henryrossouw930]

Did I miss something ? I did not see you putting the dog pawl and spring back.

[@trojanx2006]

Hello John, my Slosh 30 has recently started to slip drag when winding in. It does not matter whether I tighten it fully (drag) or loosen it sometimes barely pulls a 5 oz lead in when reeling back. It never used to do this and the drag has always been good. Could you help me please with any of your excellent experience 🙏. Thank you in advance. Mark

[@frankofstad4558]

Late reply, but might be useful for the next guy, its most likely not your drag that slips, but rather the braid on the spool, putt on a few meters of mono backing to stop the braid slipping.

[@malcolmfunnell4501]

I have just purchased some vintage multipliers , all need attention . I am willing to pay or barter

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Malcolm Funnell - Are you asking me? I can give you the number of a great guy who I get my spares off. He also services reels?

[@Mr4twitch]

Don't ever use WD-40 for a lubricant

[@ttrcaster]

Where’s the brakeblock

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

Big Danny Moeskops casting tips - Brake what’s? 😂😛

[@swroberts88]

I was just thinking this.... very helpful tho

[@ijamstrauss1069]

Pi

[@kamronaston9655]

Hi whoever reads this

[@thefishlockerworkshop]

- Hi.