Maintaining Your Baitcaster Reel: Part 1 - Disassemble

[@markhennings7207]

I spooled it with 8 LB test mono for lighter lures, gave it some practice casts and found that it did cast well kzbin.infoUgkxSlytCJqozTF7EbdP4LWP-HUXf9WRDJ0e , except that the anti-backlash setting had to be turned up almost all of the way to keep the "overcasts' ' down. I disassembled it, and found that if I potted some "shim washers" behind that anti-backlash magnet assembly, it got the magnets closer to the spool without rubbing, and I could get better control with about a 6 to 7 out out 10-Max setting. I also noticed that the handle shaft had some internal end play, maybe only 2 or 3 thousands of an inch, but it's still noticeable. If the anti-backlash and shaft tolerances were "tightened up" this would be a fantastic value. I've only used it for 4 days of fishing in a month's time, but I plan on keeping it.

[@TackleJunky81]

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[@jerodbrite6446]

TJ81... This was the video that saved my reel after I abused it like an idiot. Lol. It wasn't an expensive reel, but I still use it to this day. Thanks for all of your help man.

[@TackleJunky81]

+Jerod Brite No problem bud, always happy to help out!

[@Long-Dark-Fan]

Love this set of videos, watch every winter before I tear apart my reels and clean them.

[@TackleJunky81]

+chance rhoads I appreciate you watching Chance!

[@DownSouthBassin]

TackleJunky81 I can't find a parts bucket. Do you know if ardent still makes them

[@Altered76]

Hilarious a 8 year old video was up on my KZbin home page. Good news for you TJ. 😁

[@TackleJunky81]

Lol, I'll take it! 👊

[@vtoutdoors8547]

0 dislikes, that's what I like to see, well done sir.

[@christianowens9474]

That sucks. Now there is 8 dislikes. I really like this video. Will it work for most baitcasters?

[@mikehiggs4240]

Great series. Followed these to clean and lube my Lew's reel. Works so much better now. Thanks for the videos.

[@brandontaylor5324]

Thanks for this series of videos! It saved me a 160 dollar revo. I’m thrilled with how well the reel works now that I’ve actually taken the time to maintain it! Again huge thanks

[@TackleJunky81]

My pleasure!

[@robertcain1542]

hey brother you helped me so much with this video and i thank you so much for keeping it in plain english i bought all the same lubes you used wow what a major difference i cant thank you enough look forward to watching more of your videos

[@TackleJunky81]

Happy to hear my vids helped you out. Thanks for watching Robert!

[@angler_nut692]

Nice job , looking forward to the rest

[@TackleJunky81]

Thanks bud!!

[@chumdinger_official]

This video and the Pro Qualifier video helped me greatly improve my casting distance in both reels. I almost tossed my Johnny Morris. Thanks.

[@TackleJunky81]

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[@robertbrandywine]

I did it! It's not too bad and once done it will be really easy to do again. The only two things I was confused about was at 10:41 I can't see which side of that washer faces out. And the pinion yoke, you flipped it around off camera so I got confused about which side faces out. (It's the side with the most metal showing.)

[@FishingThePNW]

great vid man! i think this is the most thorough vid i have seen on disassembling a casting reel. most videos just show taking off the side plates and cleaning the gears only. i'm still intimidated to try fully disassembling my reels but eventually i'll have to do it.

[@TackleJunky81]

Thanks Elijah. I was intimidated at first as well, but then I just said screw it and dove right in. It definitely makes a huge difference. Thanks for watchin buddy!!

[@FishingThePNW]

yeap, i think i just need to take that first step. i have a daiwa tierra and i never really fish anymore because i dropped the spool while cleaning the reel and put a small nick on the edge. so now when i reel i hear a constant grinding.

[@bassnazi4713]

The razor method works. First time I did it I let the bearings soak 24 hours in hot water and dish detergent, changing the water out with more hot. After doing that two or three days until i had time to, still had tons vibrate out. Just make sure you see action on top of the water like micro ripples, then make sure you keep it going long enough. Still took around 4 min before trash really started breaking loose.

[@shelbybachnik4831]

Great job, this will help a lot of people

[@TackleJunky81]

Thanks Shelby!!

[@raygunz488]

Jim I would be lying if I said I wasn't scared to death to take mine apart like you did here lmao!!! But Im gonna take your advice and record myself. That paired with your vids I think I will be just fine lol. thanks for sharing this

[@TackleJunky81]

+Jj Rayguns Looks harder than it is. Thanks for watching!

[@NasalObstruction]

Would you consider doing a maintenance video on a DAIWA TDZ Baitcaster ?

[@TackleJunky81]

I don't own one.

[@BigFishinFerg]

Great vid Jim! Very thorough! Awesome job!

[@TackleJunky81]

Thanks Jeff!!

[@KeifersReelPlanetBass]

Just what the dr. ordered, good stuff bro!

[@TackleJunky81]

Thanks man!

[@greygrim4630]

Great video very helpful.

[@markhanson1452]

I use can of air the psi is lower the a air compressor. I also use simple green to both steps works great.

[@adamspidle]

Dude good job on that video!!

[@TackleJunky81]

Thanks Adam!!

[@tylermitchell3117]

Love your videos man. Great work!

[@TackleJunky81]

thanks bud!!

[@630woa]

Excellent vid man

[@TackleJunky81]

Thanks man!!

[@lightningstrikelures2393]

Good lookin out, I've been wanting to do this for a while. Thanks L/S

[@TackleJunky81]

+Lightning Strike Lures No problem! Thanks for watching!

[@spaloslvnv]

Thank you for these videos. you saved my ass with them! LOL Only thing Id add...and maybe you can do a new one...."super tune" aka polish the internal gears. thats the only thing different I did. bought the horse hair wheels off ebay and the fabulustre off amazon. $25ish bucks total

[@TackleJunky81]

My pleasure Sal!

[@DownSouthBassin]

Nice vid , where can I get the parts bucket

[@brunadematos4678]

Great video. Would you know how to fix a mushie spool release button ?

[@Blitz4000]

Oranj Peelz is the last thing you want touching your bearings. It will corrode the metal, I suggest dipping the bearings in aliphatic naphtha to remove grease, give it a quick shake to dry and then immediately dip it in oil. Avoid degreased bearings get too much contact with air because oxygen will oxidize the bare metal and reduce the performance of bearing. This is the reason why they use grease for bearings because oil runs off and dries overtime, grease does not.

[@TackleJunky81]

Blitz4000 I have never had any issues with the way I do it, but I appreciate the comment. Thanks for watching!

[@JeffRichey]

Thanks TJ81! Subscribed! Excellent video.Couple of questions, sorry if you mentioned this in the video.How long do you leave the bearings in the degreaser bath? About how long should they be vibrated to be effective?

[@TackleJunky81]

Usually I let the bearings soak while I'm cleaning the frame of the reel (say around 5-10 minutes) and then I'll vibrate them for a minute or two. Now spool bearings will only have oil so you really don't have to soak them, just vibrate them. If you choose to de-grease the other bearings it really depends on how much grease is packed up in them...some I've had to vibrate a couple of times. Eventually I'll look into an actual ultrasonic machine to do it all for me.

[@JeffRichey]

Thanks for the thorough response. By the way, a friend recommended getting an ultrasonic machine , and since you are looking to get one, I now know it is a safe and effective option. Happy Holidays.

[@ryanmoore7151]

Greetings, awesome video! I have a few BPS Pro Qualifiers, too, and I want to start breaking them down and cleaning them you do. Quick question: for the parts of the reel that you don't soak in the Ardent cleaning solution tub thing, do you just spray the reel with cleaner and scrub it clean? Thanks and awesome video!!!

[@TackleJunky81]

Thank you! For the frame and side covers that I don't soak I either spray them with the cleaner or I just use a warm rag and wipe them down. Thanks for watching bud!

[@ddfeder]

Great set of informational videos. Thank you so very much. I see a 16 oz plastic dipping/cleaning jar on your table. I'd like to get one. Where did you get yours and what is it called. Google didn't help at all. Thanks again for all your information. Dov

[@TackleJunky81]

+Dov Feder It came in the Ardent cleaning kit.

[@ddfeder]

Thanks for getting back to me.

[@jackmanjls]

TJ81, these are great vids. I really got a lot from these. Can you suggest any comparable reels that BPro currently sells that you would recommend? The RCX10SD has been discontinued. I like the drag of the one that was cleaned. Once again great vids.

[@TackleJunky81]

Hey bud, the Pro Qualifier is an excellent choice. It retails for $100 but you can normally get them on sale for like $70. It's a smaller profile reel compared to the Clunn, but has the same drag setup. If you want to spend a few extra bucks you can't go wrong with the Johnny Morris Signature Series. I have a bunch of them and it is by far my favorite reel. It was actually a $259.00 reel at one time but when the economy went down the crapper Johnny Morris lowered the price to $159.00...and it's a steel at that price. I still normally wait for sales and you can pick them up for $139.99. Same drag setup in that reel, except instead of the paper type drag washers they're carbon fiber. Hope that helps and thanks for watchin!!

[@rslim5]

Thanks for the awesome video! Does this concept apply to all baitcasters? I have lews and I need to do this.

[@TackleJunky81]

I'm sure they're all pretty similar.

[@dickiehoskins9835]

Awsome video boss thanks for sharing

[@TackleJunky81]

+Dick Hoskins Thanks bro!

[@mattcormier6120]

Awesome video tacklejunky81! Question: how do you remove the thumb bar? Cant find instructions on it anywhere. Thanks!!

[@TackleJunky81]

+Matt Cormier Thanks Matt! Take out the screw in the thumb bar and it will pull out on the handle side. Obviously you have to have the reel taken apart to get it out.

[@trevabbie]

Great Video!

[@thesavagefisherman-2737]

Awesome videos man. Any tips for getting the side plate open when the bass pro button won't push down ?

[@TackleJunky81]

+TheSavageFisherman - Thanks man. No clue on that one. You really need to get that button pushed down. Are you sure on the model that you have, that you push a button or is there a pin that you can slide...like on the Pro Qualifier there's a pin that you slide plus the BPS symbol but you slide the pin.

[@thesavagefisherman-2737]

+TackleJunky81 thanks for the reply...got it figured out. On the Johnny Morris Carbonlite reel (white reel) there is a screw above the tension knob you have to loosen to get the side off. Thanks anyway!

[@BellevueBobber]

Can you tell me where you got the parts washer tub with their screen mesh in it? Very very good videos I appreciate the help

[@TackleJunky81]

It came with the Ardent cleaning kit. Thanks bud, and no problem!!

[@christianlacroix790]

Hey man, awesome videos. Do you have a list or just general rule for what you soak in the ardent cleaner? Basically if it has grease or oil on it, soak it?

[@TackleJunky81]

Really anything that needs it's. I haven't had any issues with all the parts I've soaked.

[@christianlacroix790]

@@TackleJunky81 cool thanks man, gonna do the Carbonlite 2.0 next !

[@sideburns1738]

A few questions about the Ardent cleaner: it's safe to use on your plastic components and your paper disks in your drag system? I'm new to all of this and I guess I'd be a little leery about throwing paper into a solvent without knowing what I was doing. You also said that you soak the side cover. The Ardent cleaner doesn't harm the painted finish on the outside of that cover?

[@TackleJunky81]

I can only speak for what I've done. I've soaked pretty much everything in that cleaner, including the drag washers, and the only thing that I've ever had an issue with was the rubber O- ring that is on the side cover under the spool tension knob. It made the O-ring expand. I've never ran into any issues with paint or any other parts. Again, that's just with the reels that I've used it on...which have been all BPS reels.

[@charlesstonebarger7968]

What is the plastic tub with screen in it called? The one for cleaning your parts. Where can I get one? What's the cleaning fluid in it?

[@rickmarshall1437]

Do you have a link to the tools you are using? Screwdrivers look pretty cool and seem to fit better than what I have.

[@TackleJunky81]

I actually use a better set now that I got from Amazon. Wiha, is the name.

[@ryanmoore7151]

Another question for ya: how long do you usually soak your parts in the Ardent solution? Also, what if you don't have any compressed air or hair trimmer, can you clean them just as well with some old fashioned elbow grease? Thanks!!

[@TackleJunky81]

Ryan Moore I'm just guessing here, but I probably soak them anywhere from 15-20 minutes, give or take a few. Basically, I just take everything apart, soak the parts and when I'm done cleaning the frame up I take it all out. If you don't have a compressor or hair trimmer you can just leave the bearings soak in the degreaser for a longer period of time. I've never done that so I can't give you an estimated time, but I know of some guys who've left them in over night and then some for a couple of hours. Then just let them air dry completely.

[@charlesyoung4744]

nice instructions. why did you put some bearings in one type of cleaner and other bearings in a different cleaner?

[@TackleJunky81]

Spool bearings are only oiled from factory, other bearings are greased which I like to degrease and oil. You don't have to do that...keeping grease in them is fine.

[@charlesyoung4744]

the idea then is to have all bearings with just oil and none with grease --is that correct?

[@TackleJunky81]

@@charlesyoung4744 With grease they don't need to be maintained that often...most likely most guys don't even touch the bearings that are greased. It makes the reel feel much smoother, but once you remove the grease you'll need to maintain them. This is how I like to clean my reels. Don't feel like you have to degrease the bearings...just worry about the spool bearings which are only oiled and all you'll ever want to do to them is oil them.

[@BigBassin]

Thanks man! helped a lot

[@TackleJunky81]

No problem bud, glad I could help!!

[@Jor6an]

Can you do a video on how to maintain a Lewis speed spool LFS reel. And how to change eyes on a fishing rod. Thx

[@TackleJunky81]

I don't own a Lews reel.

[@RJE1996]

Would you recommend flushing and re-oiling/grease a brand new reel before taking it out for the first time. Heard that factories over grease their reels. Asking because I plan on getting a Concept C soon.

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes, I've done that many times in the past. They way over grease from the factory just to get you over the warranty period. They will still work fine stock, but you can make them much better all cleaned up.

[@RJE1996]

TackleJunky81 Alright, thanks buddy! Really nice video series you have here btw. Cool that you still reply to comments and questions from videos you made years ago.

[@TackleJunky81]

No problem bud!

[@jacobkrueger1920]

Great video! Do you think it is worth buying the degreaser and degreasing and oiling the stock bearings on my lews bb1 or do you think I should just wait to buy some better bearings first and then oil those?

[@TackleJunky81]

Jacob Krueger The stock bearings are fine and you don't have to degrease them like I did. They are greased because most people won't maintain them. Spool bearings are oiled, never greased. You can upgrade those if you'd like.

[@jacobkrueger1920]

TackleJunky81 ok thanks. I was just wondering though if it really made a difference to oil the stock bearings vs leaving the grease in them. I know it isn't required I was just wondering if it would be smoother to oil the stock bearings or is that only really for upgraded bearings?

[@TackleJunky81]

Jacob Krueger The reel has a much better over all feel to it when you oil the bearings instead of grease, but once you degrease them you'll always have to maintain them.

[@bassnazi4713]

Yep, most Less I have have all just been oiled from them. They are about to start selling their oil that comes in the box when you buy a stand alone reel from them. Depending on how long you have had it and how much use is when to do it. As long as your comfortable doing it it won't hurt, just make sure not to drown them in oil.

[@johns2453]

good vid buddy ..thanks

[@TackleJunky81]

+John s Thanks John!

[@fmlstewart]

Great videos! Thanks for posting the series. Shimano North America Fishing posted a video with a Shimano tech servicing a Citica. He stated not to lube the anti reverse bearing and sleeve, or it could slip. My Shimano reels all come dry. My Abu Garcia's are "overly" greased. I see you degrease and lightly oil those rollers. Do you think that is reel specific? Thoughts?

[@TackleJunky81]

I've never had any issues with a light oil so that's what I continue to do. Not sure if it's a brand thing or not...just what I've had good luck with.

[@fmlstewart]

@@TackleJunky81I recently had shoulder surgery and have three months to service all my gear while I'm rehabing. So, thanks to your vids, I'm trying this technique with a couple of Citicas and a few Abu Garcia Revo SX's. We'll see what happens. If I like the performance, I'll do my Curado's and Quantum Smoke's. If I don't like the performance, I can always pump them full of grease. Thanks again!

[@Kacamatagombal-wz5lw]

Thank you so much tutorial

[@TackleJunky81]

My pleasure and I appreciate you watching!

[@John_D2]

I love to see a detailed tear down of a tatula ct before I buy one lol..most content out there sucks , not as detailed as what you do..

[@TackleJunky81]

I may do videos on the CT this Winter.

[@John_D2]

sweet !

[@jackmanjls]

TJ, I did pick up 2 JMSS reels from BPS during the classic. Do you suggest that I take apart and clean/lube? Seems like you said that in one of these vids. Thanks, Jake

[@TackleJunky81]

Hey Jake, I said that in my Pro Qualifier cleaning vids. It's something I do, just because I can make them smoother than how they come from the factory. They're just loaded with so much unnecessary grease. If you just bought these reels and are not familiar with taking one apart, I wouldn't suggest doing it just yet. Use the reel for the season, enjoy it and clean it up next winter. I LOVE the Morris reels and you won't be disappointed with them how they come from the factory...super smooth!

[@hillcountrybasscoach3812]

TJ81, great video. I've been using Quantum Hot Sauce exclusively for my maintenance but would like to start using the Shimano Grease, per your recommendation. Can you tell me the exact name of the grease that you use? Online searching revealed Shimano made Star Drag Grease and a Dura Ace. Thanks!

[@TackleJunky81]

Thanks bro! Star Drag

[@BigHeckin]

Hey tj81 could you please do a disassembly of an Abu Garcia Silver Max bait caster because I have one and would like to clean it up but I can't find any disassembly videos thanks

[@jerodbrite6446]

+Bradle Huffman I have the Black Max and the Pro Max, and they are both exactly the same. This video that +TackleJunkey81 did will help you get it done. I hope this helps.

[@raygunz488]

hey Jim what is it you do with the hair clippers? I just bought the stuff i need to clean my reels and I'm going step by step by your vid. I understand you said something about vibrating . any help would be appreciated, thanks buddy

[@TackleJunky81]

I vibrate the bearings with it while soaked in cleaner. I have a video on cleaning bearings, check it out.

[@raygunz488]

Thanks Jim I appreciate it

[@southerncajun9297]

What are those 2 springs called that you took off if you don't mind me asking, and what's the part they sit on if you don't mind me asking, everytime I put mine back together, one of those springs keeps falling out and I can hear it bouncing around inside. Can't even reel anymore cause I think that spring gets caught in the gears. Keeps falling out, Thanks great video by the way

[@TackleJunky81]

Yoke springs and they sit on the 2 posts.

[@southerncajun9297]

@@TackleJunky81 alright bro thank you, yeah I have the piscifun phantom, and there great reels, but this particular one I don't know what's going on, yeah I'm having a problem with that one yoke spring but just fixed it, but something is loud and I don't know what it is, the best way I can describe the sound is it sounds like those little toy hot wheel cars being pushed down concrete, it almost sounds identical to that, only happens when I cast it, and the moment I mess with the brakes and tention knob I'll cast it and I won't hear it, , Then the very next cast I hear it again, it's loud, do you know what might be causing this sound when I cast?

[@TackleJunky81]

@@southerncajun9297 pinion gear could be hitting the spool pin.

[@micahhowell4432]

I like those Toothette Oral Swabs brotha!! haha

[@TackleJunky81]

Yeah, I've got a pharmacist buddy who hooks me up!!! Thanks playa!!!

[@maxamy89]

What about an ultrasonic cleaner for the bearings? you think that would work to degrease them?

[@TackleJunky81]

+D Max sure will!

[@johnnyredrum9189]

If you don't degrease the bearings in oranj peelz, would you clean them at all? Would you add any oil or grease?

[@TackleJunky81]

Johnny Redrum If I choose not to degrease them I'll just leave them alone and only clean and oil the spool bearings.

[@jackmanjls]

TJ81, based on your experience with reels can you summarize what you look for in a good quality reel? I'm thinking comments on the type of drag systems, the placement of bearing in the reel and any other advice you could give me. My collection right now is the JMX100D (~10-12yrs old, not to impressed with these), Curado 200D (~5-7yrs, like these) and Citica 200E (~5yrs, used to like but in time these get to be noisy). Am in the process of updating but thought I would get your input. I'm looking for longevity, i.e., something that when properly taken care of will stand the test of time. In addition, I'd like to comment that when I clean my reels I use the ultrasonic cleaner from Harbor freight, it's compact and easy to use. Seems to do a adequate job. The cleaner I use in the US cleaner is KrudKutter.

[@TackleJunky81]

I'm a big fan of Bass Pro Shops reels. I have 20 of their baitcasters and have never had any problems with them at all. The Pro Qualifier would be comparable to the Citica and if you liked it then you would love the Pro Qualifier. The Johnny Morris, which is my favorite, can be compared to your Curado. With proper maintenance these reels should last you a long time. A lot of mine are 5-6 years old and are actually smoother now than they were when I first bought them, due to my cleaning and lubing. Of course there's many different reels that BPS offers, but dual breaking is an option that I really like and that's why I stick with the Rick Clunn (which are now discontinued), Pro Qualifiers and the Johnny Morris. A lot of it is just how they feel in your hand as well. I'm not downing the Curado's at all, I'm sure it's a great reel, but I've held them many times and they never felt right to me. For that reason alone I would always put it back and get another Morris. Don't let the store brand fool you. BPS makes some quality reels.

[@BowyerToBe]

Im kinda late on this video but where did you get that little strainer thing where your putting all the parts in? also what do you have in it?

[@TackleJunky81]

It came with the Ardent Reel Cleaning Kit and I have the Ardent Reel Kleen solution in there. Thanks for watchin!!

[@Mahigeer1]

Thanks for posting. I have a couple of comments and a request, if you do not mind. Using the correct name for the parts makes the presenter sound more experienced. A reference to the reel schematic can provide with the proper name. Inside of many reels of same type, but different brands have the similar parts. Thus, if the exact schematic of the reel that one is working on is not available, the other schematics can be useful. The clip removed from the line winder guide is an “e” and not a “C” clip. A common mistake. The center (third) protrusion on the clip makes it like an “E”. Lastly, I like your parts cleaner container with wire basket. Where one can obtain that? Thanks.

[@jacobkrueger1920]

How long did u let the parts and bearing degrease for?

[@robertgarcia9006]

They don’t make that ardent reel professional cleaning kit anymore?

[@FishininFunkyTown]

My Lew's got dragged through some sand and now it won't reel in right and it's making a crunching sound. Im pretty sure there's just a bunch of sand in the gears. Hopefully cleaning it will fix it cause both of my reels are out of commission right now.

[@jacobmosqueda7059]

do you have to do all that just to clean it?

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes, if you want to do it right.

[@stribs5653]

Have you tried Lucas oil they claim you cannot over lube?

[@TackleJunky81]

stribs I have not.

[@AnubhavAnkitGeorge]

Can u make a video on repair of anti reverse of baitcasting reel. My black max 3have this issue and I don't know how to repair it.

[@johns6481]

Would it hurt the other parts of you used Orange peelz on them too?

[@TackleJunky81]

+john schlesselman To be honest John I'm really not sure, I've only tried it on the bearings.

[@ckbncb]

I took my reel apart and cleaned it but now it feels tight while turning the Handel spool turns free but cranking the Handel has a lot of drag and ideal what I could have done wrong

[@TackleJunky81]

Carla Baisden Sounds like a spacing issue to me. Look at your schematic and make sure that you have all of the washers in the right spots.

[@Alan-yd5pc]

I don't have the balls to attempt this, video or not. I would never get it back together and by the slim chance that I did, it would not work as intended. Good job.

[@kaosaephan6303]

OK thanks.

[@daltonkeith9817]

Man, I should have put my hand over it like you suggested, but my clamp thing that holds the bearing shot out and I can't find it, do I have to have it? Or can I go without?

[@TackleJunky81]

+Dalton Keith You will need it. Just contact the company for parts, I'm sure its cheap and always good to have an extra.

[@johns6481]

Do you ever take the bearing out of the spool and clean in degreaser? I've seen you replace them on bocca bearing upgrades, but I don't think I've seen you degrease them for the cleaning videos.

[@TackleJunky81]

+john schlesselman The spool bearings won't have grease in them. For the bearing on the spool shaft I just spray it with ardent reel clean and then blow it out with light air.

[@jackmanjls]

TJ81. BPS has there annual Spring sale starting Feb28 in Ft Myers. They have this reel trade in going were I can get an additional $25 (max) off a reel that's already on sale if I bring in an old reel for kid's program. Also, I get 10% military discount...so this is really a good deal. In MN I'll fish 5 of 7 days on the average during the summer. The majority of fishing is frog in xtreme heavy cover or weedline w/plastic worm or brushhog. I use 4/0 or 5/0 EWG's with 40# PPro tied directly to tackle. Here's the q. I'll use the reel for bass fishing only in fresh water MN (not FL). I'm actually going to get 2 reels and debating on the JM SigSeries or the Pro Qualifier, what do you think is the extra $$$ for the JMSS worth the cost? In all cases I want a reel that will stand up to the test of time, ie, quiet. I clean all reels at least once a yr, sometimes twice.

[@TackleJunky81]

I'm familiar with the sale, I go there every year during the classic sale. I'll tell you like this, I have 5 Pro Qualifiers and 9 Johnny Morris Signature Series Reels...3 of the series you're looking at, 3 of the Gold series which was the series before the Black, and 3 of the Chrome, and I wouldn't trade them for nothing. Comparing the Morris reel to the Rick Clunn in the video, they're built the same except there's an extra bearing on the worm gear and it has a 14-lb drag system with carbon fiber drag washers. With the heavy cover you're probably going to want the better drag, so I'd go with the Morris. I don't know if you know it or not, but that's actually a $259 reel, Johnny Morris lowered the price when the economy went down the crapper. You can spend a lot more in the reel, in which mostly what you're paying for is a lighter weight. I've used BPS reels for years and will use them for many more years to come...never had any issues.

[@jackmanjls]

TackleJunky81 After doing some research I thought you might say the JM SigSeries. Gotta love those carbon washer. With the deal I can get it will be a happy day's this coming weekend.

[@prestonscheel5118]

is it bad to pip the one way bearing out and soak it?

[@TackleJunky81]

@Bradle Huffman I can't do that bud as I don't have one of those reels.

[@Palpac]

On my daisy laguna I couldn’t get the main gear off think the bearing may be rusted to the shaft😂

[@davidspurlock6093]

Have you ever seen s reel that the spool will not come out? I can not get mine out of my lews ss1sh reel. Thank you @TackleJunky81

[@TackleJunky81]

+David Spurlock That would be a first, shouldn't be anything holding it in.

[@dean197476]

hey could you tell me how long do you soak the bearings in the oranj peelz and how long do you soak the bearings in the reel cleaner

[@TackleJunky81]

John Dean Normally I soak all the bearings till I get the reel taken apart and the frame all cleaned up, so maybe 30 to 45 minutes or so. Spool bearings clean up fast because they are oiled, NOT greased. The other bearings that are greased take a lot longer, but I will vibrate them for a minute or so and it will cut down on time.

[@dean197476]

thank you

[@markbroda3783]

Is there a reason why you didn't soak the spool bearing? I'm guessing that it probably didn't come from the factory with grease, but if it did, is it ok to remove, soak and reinstall like the other bearings?

[@TackleJunky81]

Hey Mark, spool bearings should never come packed in grease. You can remove the bearing if you would like, but I can clean it easy enough while its on the spool shaft. If possible I avoid taking the bearing off so I don't damage the pin or shaft.

[@jonahanmckendrick597]

There a little spring came out of mind were does it go

[@detroitdeb]

Where can I buy a claw part for my Johnny Morris baitcaster

[@randomyetcool1]

Can you use mineral spirits to clean parts or bearings?

[@TackleJunky81]

Not sure, I've never messed with that stuff before.

[@cameronbaker6669]

What is all the cleaning things you use like de greaser and things

[@cameronbaker6669]

And could you use a hairdryer instead of a air compressor

[@harrisonwilliams9560]

I bet you won't see this but I could use your wisdom. After dropping my Abu Garcia Hank Parker signature reel in a pond I decided to re grease it and clean it up. Well now I can't get the drag to work. And it's very noisy. It's basically the same components as yours, just different spots. Can you help me fix my reel? I learnt how to throw with this reel and I absolutely love it! I thought about sending it back to the manufacturer, bit I'd like to fix it myself. Any advice

[@TackleJunky81]

Do you know for sure that you have the reel put back together correctly?

[@harrisonwilliams9560]

@@TackleJunky81 not 100% but from videos and the schematics it's close. Got to be something wrong though

[@TackleJunky81]

@@harrisonwilliams9560 if you're on Facebook you can shoot me some pics. I really need to see the reel to help you. When you say the drag doesn't work do you mean it doesn't bite? Do you have to much grease on the washers?

[@JoseMRivera316]

Do we really have to take every single little piece out? Also do you use any grease at all? Will using oil as a substitute mess up your reel over time?

[@TackleJunky81]

+Jose M. Rivera You don't have to, but its the right way to do it. Yes, you need to use grease. I do in these videos, make sure to grease gears and oil bearings.

[@JoseMRivera316]

+TackleJunky81 Ok thankyou very much. I also appreciate the quick response as i have to do this tomorrow. 😁. So thankyou and i am definitely subscribing.

[@TackleJunky81]

No problem and I appreciate the sub!

[@theawkwardoutdoorsman8329]

So I have a question, How do you de grease the main one way bearing? I can't seem to get it out of the reel. did you use the de greaser on that bearing or just the ardent reel kleen? Thanks

[@TackleJunky81]

They can be tough to get out, so normally I'll leave them in. I'll just soak the side plate in the ardent cleaner or just spray that bearing then blow it out with a compressor.

[@theawkwardoutdoorsman8329]

@@TackleJunky81 Awesome thanks! Another question, my Lew's Speed Spool Tournament Laser (7-8 year old reel) still feels smooth my after cleaning and re assembling it is still making a sort of rattling/rasping noise. is this gears or bearings making this noise and how would you suggest I fix it?

[@TackleJunky81]

@@theawkwardoutdoorsman8329 Without hearing it it would be tough to say. Could be bearing noise.

[@theawkwardoutdoorsman8329]

@@TackleJunky81 Okay thanks! Im looking to get a new reel soon anyway so its not a big deal. The reel is over 7 years old and was not cared for very well at first so its probably on its last legs.

[@thomaspaysinger1047]

my dad always used Vaseline an I still using the same reels I guess 40 years ago reels was made to last

[@Carnifex_vG]

It's a lews speed spool right handed reel

[@afout07]

I have a bps megacast. model number mcx10hd. I cant get the side plate with the mag control to come off. It seems to be stuck or seized, is there some way to loosen it so I can take it apart?

[@TackleJunky81]

Alex Fout I'm not familiar with that reel, sorry bud.

[@kaosaephan6303]

Hey do you know how to remove the one way clutch bearing?

[@TackleJunky81]

Kao Saephan On the reels that I've taken a part it just pushed out. It's in there pretty snug.

[@mrBDeye]

Your BassPro shop reel is identical to the Abu Garcia SilverMax and the BlackMax.

[@TackleJunky81]

Yup, I'm sure its very similar to many others as well.

[@grannia58]

The Palm side of the PBS Bionic Plus won't twist at all. It belongs to my young grandson. It appears that the lever that you push on the back to unlock it is not engaging or broken. He's had it a couple of years and it has never been opened.How do we get it open?

[@TackleJunky81]

To be honest I'm not familiar with that reel so I can't say. May want to call Bass Pro and ask them.

[@bobwelty3356]

Make sure the tension knob isn't super tight. That can put too much pressure on the side plate and prevent it from turning.

[@JoseMRivera316]

do we disassemble the magnetic breaks?

[@TackleJunky81]

No

[@mattytripps]

what parts of a conventional reel need to be greased as opposed to oiled

[@TackleJunky81]

oil bearings and grease gears.

[@robertbrandywine]

4:18 - I've heard it called the "yoke".

[@TackleJunky81]

👊

[@1shotfishing413]

I like the vid but I can't get the c shaped washer to come off. How can I do this?

[@TackleJunky81]

Really small flat head screw driver will work.

[@TheGoodLifeGuide2672]

At 2.19 you take off the plate with two washers. The washer both have a little bend to them. Is it suppose to be like that, a did so what way do they go?

[@TackleJunky81]

Yes, they should be cupped towards each other.

[@josephmcarthur6510]

what's another substitute for the arden reel kleen @TackleJunky81

[@bassnazi4713]

Joseph McArthur Penn has some cleaner in a spray bottle. I have used dish detergent in warm water since it's a degreaser, just make sure to grease and oil the right stuff after. Gotta be careful with Winn Grips on what you use.