I'M TAKING THEM ALL APART! How To Clean A Baitcaster For The First Time (it was filthy)

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To be honest, I've never cleaned a baitcaster....I know it sounds ridiculous, but besides being a little worried about disassembling them and losing or breaking parts - I've been a little lazy. I watched a few videos and decided to stay home and get atleast ONE done. I was surprised how easy it was if you take your time and try your best to keep things neat. I've gotten 4 done now (shimano, lews, 2 daiwas) and I can definitely say once you've gotten the side plate open, they're all almost identical. They have small differences between them, but they all have virtually the same parts and when it comes to cleaning or finding a broken piece, opening it up really isn't too hard. I've got about 8 reels left to clean so I hope you guys enjoyed this video, but I gotta roll.
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[@aprilr4274]

*Awesome reel, **enjoyable.fishing** recommend especially for the price! No problems so far. Reeled in a 14lb laker yesterday and performed great. (5-10 min reel in time) Love the drag adjustment.*

[@baseballgod8065]

I have a lot of experience working on reels, here are a few suggestions. 1. Oil the bearings with a needle tip bottle, you don't need any more than 1 drop per bearing. 2. Clean the idle gears with a toothbrush, maybe you did this and didn't show it. 3. Only use grease on the worm gear, it will last a lot longer. 4. Very lightly coat the in inside of the handle side frame and side plate with grease. This will catch any dirt that gets inside from water intrusion. 5. Get some drag washer grease for shimano and daiwa reels, or any reels with carbon washers. Cal's universal or shimano drag grease will work. Just don't use it on the cheaper reels with the Teflon or felt washers.

[@dustinogden2312]

Mark I had someone recently give me a baitcaster (completely unassembled) their kid took apart. The reel is a abu garcia silvermax. Is there any diagrams I can look up or do I just need to try and wing it. I figured I'd ask before I started trying to piece it all back together.

[@baseballgod8065]

@@dustinogden2312 Yea just google abu garcia silver max schematics or try mikes reel repair.com Click on schematics and search.

[@mudassirfishing]

Nice content good information thanks Greetings from Fish locker India

[@SoUThCReATiOn]

Excellent video! I took my Kastking Rover apart and sprayed that thing down with brake cleaner and lubed everthing in WD.. all fixed up

[@hookcaptain3633]

I’ve noticed after commenting on your reel noise that pretty much every YT fisherman has the same problem. Glad you decided to clean them up!!!

[@SBFishing]

We all fish too much

[@hookcaptain3633]

If you ever come down to SML hit me up. I’ve been fishing that place for 35 years know it like the back of my hand

[@petersuddath6477]

Well done! Thanks.

[@FISHERYIN]

Lol remember when you only had your curado dc?

[@messyfisherman4140]

A dish of warm water and a light amount of dawn dish soap works really good for cleaning grease

[@johndelacy6847]

DUUUUUUUUUUUUUUDE!!!!!! My coworker at Dick’s Sporting Goods told me you were in the store today. I work Sunday 12-7. You should totally come through again!!!!!!!!! Lol. Thanks for teaching me how to take care of my baitcaster! Tight lines! 🎣🎣🎣

[@SBFishing]

😂😂I was trying to hunt down some seaguar invizx!! Luckily when I walked out into the parking lot a friend of mine was waiting at my van and he had a fresh spool in his truck. So lucky.

[@johndelacy6847]

SBFISHINGTV that’s awesome man! Can’t wait for the next video. Still waiting on the day I can see you on the water or the tackle shop! Tight lines man and good luck.

[@fishnevada]

I'm glad this is becoming a mainstream thing to take care of your own gear. You did a lot good because you were careful. The only thing I noticed was your "anti-reverse bearing" (one way roller bearing) absolutely needs to be greased. Also you should dab some grease on your drag washers in between each layer. Tackle Junky has a series on this which is very in depth by the way.

[@NFL88]

Not to be a jerk...But Please no one listen to this Terrible advice...NEVER put grease on an anti reverse bearing or clutch lol....VERY light wipe with oil if you must and keep it clean. Most reel techs dont put anything on them.

[@fishnevada]

Rolo I always appreciate input from different thought processes, I’d like to hear more why you say no grease on the one way? Every book in every reel box I’ve gotten says it’s a grease point.

[@datruthhurts3984]

@@fishnevada maybe if you don't want to be a jerk you shouldn't capitalize TERRIBLE in your comment.

[@NFL88]

FishNevada Anti reverse bearings and one way clutches are extremely fickle...Grease can cause them not to grip the sleeve that fits on the drive shaft...the classic result of greasing them is a handle that also spins in reverse. I just fixed a shimano spinning reel that had this...Grease also traps and holds contaminants and grit. Fine for something like main gear to pinion, drag stacks and such- but it can cause premature wear on things like levelwind worm gears, and Anti reverse bearings etc. And every “reel maintenance” paper that comes in a box are almost always worthless (beyond a schematic)

[@fishnevada]

Rolo fair enough, I absolutely agree that grease traps dirt and ALWAYS tell people to clean at minimum once a year to keep that crap out. That being said I have some very old reels that I’ve done the same way (grease the one way) and never had one spin backwards. I have however had pawls wear out because I had a thick dirt build up in grease in the worm shaft. One of the reasons I tell people to clean them out from factory and run oil through. It’s always been my understanding that the springs in the one way are what grip the handle sleeve and if you start getting spin back it’s probably more a sign that the roller is ready to be replaced (springs are probably toast). I would run oil on them too but I don’t think I can convince myself running metal on metal dry is ever a good idea. Appreciate the input though. Maybe I’ll give oil a try for a year and see how I like it.

[@BassGeek]

Man I need to clean some of mine so bad.

[@fry9000]

Debo is the man!

[@datruthhurts3984]

Yeah shout out to Debo!good peeps

[@traviswells8180]

Excellent video.

[@mulletman49]

I know that you just made a vid on how to do maintenance on a reel but I just bought two Shimano DC reels and the word is that they come NOT OILED, so can you do one on how to quickly oil a reel before use. I sure would appreciate it. Great content and great vids !🇺🇸👍

[@madtownangler]

I have two garcia reels I've never taken apart but I don't use them much anymore. They are almost 20 years old.

[@fishingwithtanner]

🤣 I just found out how to take the side cover off a reel that doesn’t have a switch. Always wondered what that rod was for. 🤣

[@DoubleBogeyBass]

I have a Kast King reel that’s making a funny noise and was thinking about taking it apart and cleaning, but after watching this I’m sure I’d never get it back together correctly 😂.

[@austinbfishing7362]

Looks like a good Idea!!

[@danielbeavers8701]

On lews your supposed to oil the brake pad about every 3 times out

[@patrickfahie8671]

Your channel and Debo’s channel are my two go to channels. World’s colliding. Been following you much longer but he s a great watch also. Both have a joy of fishing vibe

[@TheSilverstonedwolf]

Debo is a cool dude I like his videos :)

[@djtwistr227]

Great video

[@chadivester2242]

dang I was wanting to see the curds that you were going to clean

[@wrandt]

This is a “Reel”y helpful video

[@tommyc7613]

That’s nice I was just about to clean my shimano SLX DC

[@konnerkenny8292]

This is awesome I was just getting curious about doing mine

[@fishingwithbryce6393]

Lews and shimano are the best

[@jimb6683]

Ultasonic cleaner would be a big help. 35 bucks

[@scooper420]

The first time I tried to do this to my baitcasters....i was a lil intoxicated i tried to to take pics to make sure i put it back together right...yea...FUCKED THAT UP....there went an $80 lews reel....i have since figured shit out but damn i had a rough time my first time

[@kennythao9558]

Putting a reel back together when you have no experience is the most frustrating thing

[@paulnelson9907]

Ultrasonic cleaner and Dawn Dish Soap

[@russelll.8361]

I took apart my PT Tour reel today and it was clean inside but dry. I greased it up and put it back together. Good as new!

[@freddierobinson6309]

Try using Reel Butter that is what I use I love it!!!!

[@mikedaley2882]

Nope. Cant do it.. i have a guy locally. He charges 15 buxks a piece and i just drop them off in the winter for a couple weeks. Cool video. But too chicken shit to take them apart.

[@rodconner9079]

Nice work Matt! That should take care of the comments (every video!) - seems that's what several have been focused on! Now you can definitely catch more fish, huh!?! ..... Never hurts to keep those things clean and will allow to last longer (due to wear) ..... > Be Safe

[@leroysmith9455]

Your reels didn’t sound as bad as lawsons favorite

[@anthonyruffin3619]

Good job but not for me I would mess that up LOL I need to just drop off at shop and pick it up

[@VitaminDeeTV]

Genius. This is the first reel cleaning vid I’ve seen and I’m on the verges of pulling mine apart. Glad you did this bro! Cheers! -D

[@FirstcastFishing-gz5gd]

My birthday is August 10 for that can you do live bait fishing with big bluegills

[@marleymar3303]

I would never get it back together! Lol!!!

[@mikeovercash3991]

What takes the most abuse is the level wine and paw

[@messyfisherman4140]

Fishing in the salt water as much as i do i take my reels apart about every 2 to 3 months

[@o0erk0o]

Hey man, totally off topic from the vid... but how do you think the fishing around the Tidal basin/DC side will be the next few days with all the flooding today? Went to Rock Creek today and it looked like a mini Colorado River!

[@erneststathes9948]

I’ve been listening to your reels telling you to give them a nice fresh tuneup and you have . Can’t wait to see you get them out on the water and see you overcast into some trees. Good job .

[@TheWaymont]

Don't spin your handle with the spool not in the reel! It can mess up your gears.

[@G30vang]

Probably why my Curado is all fucked up 😂🤣

[@nathanbeaulieu606]

It broke the bearings in my 13 fishing origin tx I used to love that brand but the quality is downgrading I’m thinking of buying an slx dc

[@datruthhurts3984]

@@nathanbeaulieu606 you should..huge upgrade imo

[@gregred78]

@@nathanbeaulieu606 yes the only good reels that they still make are 150$ and up the cheaper ones are not good quality at all I have a concepts A and I love that thing it built pretty well....

[@trentrichards7072]

As a mechanic, I super appreciate you tried to use all the correct terms. Props my man! Great video.

[@nextgenclassiccarsofIL]

i cant wait to do this at the end of the season

[@orlandomartinez4031]

Cool man , great job on your first cleaning job . Tackle junkie has a few videos on cleaning reels . And his crazy detail about everything. Its really good.

[@thelonesomefisherman7425]

Good content, I've said before there's more to fishing than catching fish. Fishing related maintenance videos are always a good idea. On a side note, no pun intended for once, I noticed a guitar case in the background. Do you play? What kind of guitar is it? After my wife died I bought a guitar and amp and tried learning. I figured it would keep my mind off things and give me something to do. I was learning too but starting in one's mid forties isn't good and I had to much pain in my elbows and fingers so I had to quit. It's to bad because playing is fun. At least I gave it a shot. I've always loved music. I should have been a Rock Star!! lol lol

[@doryfish5102]

Do a video on the dealy! Also show us jug trailers and how you rig up other baits you like. A little look inside your tackle box would be cool

[@dredknotgsx600f]

That's awesome I watched Debos cleaning video awhile back but looked super intimidating lol. So many pieces.

[@juncorock4235]

Nice vid! I love cleaning my reels kind of fun to do after a while

[@getthenet2358]

Hey man how did Gaston go?

[@familyfirstmaconga.1942]

Good job. I would definitely messed that up......

[@archangel19]

[Pro Tip]= hit up a dollar store and pick up soft foam q tips in the makeup aisle. Doesn't leave cotton behind and pick just as much dirt and debris

[@danielbeavers8701]

What I do is record taking it apart and take pictures.

[@belmersaurus]

After fishing a duckweed filled pond this morning, this is the perfect time to see this

[@tmburge]

Yah watching your videos you definitely needed to clean your reels. I'll be surprised you don't have to replace some parts with your procrastination

[@kugelblitzfishing9829]

Great vid! Tackle Advisors has great videos of tear downs, along with many reviews. After you do a few, it gets easier to put them back together even if things get a little out of order. I only have 2 baitcasters, so I clean them up over the winter but usually have to tear down my Curado K once midsummer as well, due to use and abuse lol

[@GunnFishTV]

Gotta keep em clean!!!! Do that at the beginning of every year and they will last you a long time!! We got smoked by the hurricane

[@gregred78]

You should also check out Second chance tackle he does a lot of different kinds of reels and good info over there on his channel!

[@roninmax7688]

I’ve been waiting for this video for so long, I remember you fishing with some of these reels years ago and the fact that they’re still working is pretty funny to me.

[@SBFishing]

WORK HORSES

[@brutalbrutusTV]

@@SBFishing Next time you do that, try using a dry lube on the worm gear. It repels grit and dust. That's what the guy who cleans my Abu cat reels uses and its fantastic.

[@dcgravity7822]

@@brutalbrutusTV Any recommendations on dry lube type/brands? The grease in my worm gears are always picking up crap.

[@brutalbrutusTV]

@@dcgravity7822 I just talked to my guy, he said the stuff he uses was actually discontinued a several years ago and he picked up a case before it was gone. He hasn't tried any of the other brands and suggested trying some on an older reel if you have one until you find something you like. Sorry man, wish I could have been more helpful.

[@tankspank9418]

Only thing I would suggest is a slightly heavier grease lightly applied to scrubbed down drag washers. In my opinion this really helps with a smoother operating drag. Super lube PTFE is decent for this or Shimano’s star drag grease that you can get for like 2$ from a authorized dealer.

[@SBFishing]

I wasn’t sure what to do with drag washers. I’ve read to either put a very light bit of grease on them or keep them dry. I’ll try a couple reels with grease

[@pabassin6975]

Love your vids man keep them up

[@Jrizy.]

DEBO posts some of the best content. You do too 😁

[@nickcosta88]

Debo is the man...

[@DeltaRogueFishing]

SBFISHINGTV, keep the great content coming! I actually have a couple reel maintenance videos on my channel! I still need to do a baitcast video though. Keep doin what you do!

[@Precisionreelworks]

I've been really into cleaning my reels recently. Remington Remoil for cleaning firearms works really well to clean up reels as well Also,make sure to set your tension once you get it back to the water. If you're me, you only make that mistake once 😂

[@zacvelikaneye7681]

Anyone from Connecticut wanna fish?

[@dustincanty4006]

Always enjoy your videos I’ve been bass fishing for a long time I’ve been slaying the bass in river down from my house in south Hampton va lake Gaston isn’t to long from my house my parents are only like 20mintues from it definitely be awesome to fish with you especially somebody that knows what there doing bass fishing like my self lol good luck on your next trip I’m gonna keep mesg you get your ass down here to fish river I fish 2miles from my house

[@SpankyCSTX]

Bro you have 12 reels? Must be nice

[@SBFishing]

All but 3 are second hand and I got really cheap.

[@renemontes5093]

What’s up bro from Arizona 114 it’s very hard fishing in the summer en Arizona it’s very sunny 114 water 89 no fish now jajajaja

[@as3sxp]

Most companies have exploded view parts schematics so I usually download it if I happened to discard the one that came with the reel. And if for some reason you can't find a schematic, just about everyone has a phone nowadays, just snap some pictures so you put things back correctly

[@SBFishing]

Forgot to mention this. Thanks!

[@shanelucas3480]

man this waz a great video 2 make thank u!!!!

[@SBFishing]

Glad you enjoyed it homie

[@garinharling2410]

dude you always make the right videos. great job man

[@DJCustomBaits]

Wonder if ya fixed the reverse gear paw on the lexa 300 bahahahahah

[@SBFishing]

Not yet but I’m gettin there!

[@lmsmbassaddict7378]

Man I'd edit the part out where you where engaging the reel handle with no spool. That's a bad idea,

[@maxhurkin2020]

Bro, if you don't have an x-ship on the pinion axis, don't turn the reel handle without the spool . You'll break the main pair.

[@willwetherington]

What kind of guitars that, bro?

[@henrycanan]

I service all my reels once a year or if i drop them in dirt or water.

[@a.d.p6372]

brother giveaway

[@mikeovercash3991]

Dawn Dishwashing liquid and hot water and a toothbrush I have torn down many Mini rules The older ones are way more complicated

[@CasualBassGuy]

Any time I’ve opened any of my reels, I’ve had to end up returning them cause I ruin them LOL

[@mdantos6696]

Im way to scared to ever do this,.

[@Steveo6496]

I’ll trade ya a legend tournament st croix for a dirty curado DC! Lol cleaning it is so slow but def worth the time to do it.

[@Army_Outdoors_88N]

If I did this, I would be in big trouble. I start taking reels apart and there will be tears, anger, frustration, depression, anxiety and lots of beer and liquor consumed...LOL

[@illmuskyhunter3313]

It takes balls to pull a reel apart I can't get past the vision of pulling one screw out and watching Springs shoot all over the room LMFAO

[@SBFishing]

It’s really not too bad!

[@danielrojas6310]

Should i take apart my dc? I havent opened it since i bought it like 5 months ago

[@SBFishing]

If it's not making any weird noises, I wouldn't mess with it.

[@danielrojas6310]

SBFISHINGTV ok. I recently flipped in a canoe and my curado dc was in the water for a whole night 😬 (2 months ago) but i was able to get it back the next day and my dc noise sometimes seems kind of silent. I was thinking to send it to a shimano maintenance place

[@SBFishing]

@@danielrojas6310 In that case, take it apart and clean it. Not sure if it messed up the DC piece of it though.

[@Justin-tp3lr]

Check out tacklejunky81 he has a 3 part series on a complete teardown and cleaning. He goes really in depth, and explains everything he is doing with closeups.

[@bassassassinnn7459]

I take mine apart and clean them every month. Set aside a few hours and lock myself in the bathroom to keep my wife and kids away while I have my little break 😆

[@SBFishing]

😂😂I’ll keep this in mind if I ever have kids.

[@bassassassinnn7459]

@@SBFishing just a fair warning 😆. Keep up the great content!

[@renemontes5093]

Gime something a need spinning combo or only spinning rod ?

[@duatujuh8244]

Mas boss️ kok reel nya berisik betul ?

[@ccrriiss824]

I have 3 brands being daiwa,shimano,and abu garcia and i have never cleaned a reel they are probably just as gross as these reels you cleaned.

[@SBFishing]

Lol dude I started with the dirtiest ones and they were absolutely filthy. That being said, they still worked fine, just sounded heinous.

[@mikeovercash3991]

For me spinning reels was a whole Harder

[@Kianarevision]

Lovely post! I believe you'd enjoy my videos too. Keep up with your fantastic work! 💜💖

[@KieranBreckFishing]

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