Shimano SLX Carbon Fiber Drag Upgrade tutorial! SIMPLE 2 tools and 10 minutes!

[@V4VFAloj7juAyQW]

Thank you very much for the video! Please make a new video on how to completely disassemble, clean, lubricate and assemble this reel. And what kind of lubs should be used. Thanks in advance!

[@adhytyaps7027]

I have SLX MGL, when i first open mine for cleaning/maintenance i see it comes with carbon drag from factory, what a pleasant surprise..

[@marioferland1754]

Hello, here a question. Lets say with this reel for example i add 1 or 2 more carbon drag washer with seperation washers. Would that increase drag power ? This reel has 11 to 12 pound drag. With the addition would it now be higher ? Like +/- 15 lbs ? for example ? Would that work ? Thanks.

[@hookzsettv4842]

Just got the SLX DC drag on this reel is crap. After a few good fish that took runs it’s shot. Going to get these now hopefully upgrade before the next trip.

[@paulsapolis6007]

HookzSet TV are they the fabric washers

[@hookzsettv4842]

Paul Sapolis the washers that are in the reel are fabric the ones I ordered are carbon

[@paulsapolis6007]

HookzSet TV I just got a slx dc I going to order Carbontex washers to

[@hookzsettv4842]

Paul Sapolis I got mine from smoothdrag.com you can text them to order and they ship same day if you ask them. They were more expensive on eBay had shipping time was a week.

[@paulsapolis6007]

HookzSet TV Thank you that’s where I was going to order them anyways can’t beat them

[@drl453]

Can you elaborate on where not to get grease ? You said something about a pinion. What part is this exactly ?

[@mirulc.4654]

inside pinnion hole..it increase resistance to spool shaft

[@BadSensation]

Great video as always

[@saltslayer7768]

👍thank you for The Belleville washer tip !! I Can’t believe I never new that or thought about it...always learning something new here .

[@alsbro1234]

whats the belleville washer>

[@bassnazi4713]

Perfect timing as always. I think I'm gonna go ahead and pull the trigger on the Spinfisher VI, never would have until after your review vids discussing it.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I've been fishing the 4500 quite a bit......it's pretty sweet. Started off good...got gooder....and a few hundred pounds of stripers......is like it was when new. Dunked it a few times as well. Let my friend Sudsy who's in the same boat as me....Penn ain't the same penn as they were 20 years ago.....and he was pleasantly surprised as well. (his daily driver is a gen 1 ZeeBass (the one that everyone wants)

[@bassnazi4713]

@@TackleAdvisors yea i have looked at the ZeeBass and love the simplicity along with the all metal, just not the price lol. I will probably go with the smaller one although the 3500 might work too. I am in the north part of Alabama so not able to fish the Gulf near as much as I'd like, but figure with the 2500 I can get double duty out of it up here as well since we do have decent stripe below Wilson Dam, nothing like up there but still times where people are pulling 30-50lbers out consistently.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I've had a few Zees. Definitely not needed in FW. Whenever I fish heavy current I tend to go larger. The 4500 matches perfectly to the 9'6 tiralejo (and those tiralejo rods are cannons) If I remember correctly someone on sol was posting vids below the wilson damn...and some of the bass he was pulling out of there. They grow em large down there.

[@bassnazi4713]

@@TackleAdvisors lol yeah I think I linked a Fox Sports Outdoors from this past spring on another vid when they were there. Unfortunately now the silver carp have been popping up on Pickwick, not bad but apparently just a matter of time when they get to an area. It's definitely not a bad spot. The stripe seem to love heavy current for sure, might have to stick with the 3500, would be better suited when i go to the Gulf anyway.

[@alvinwine5665]

So is your drag poundage increased or the same as the stock washers ?

[@ethanbruh3476]

Alvin Wine same lbs of drag but more durable and smoother

[@iat814]

Helpful thanks

[@smoovefishing]

Great video as always brother!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks meng!

[@ETuss713]

Anyone with an SLX DC (I have the HG), ypu can upgrade to cross carbon drag washers by buying the SLX 70 MGL HG washers. Different gear ratios will likely be fine, but Ive only done it with the HG. I picked up the OEM Shimano cross carbon drag washers from my local tackle store (always support local shops if possible), total cost $9.25. Perfect fit. Went fishing with them, perfect function.

[@paulsapolis6007]

Can you do a complete breakdown of the Shimano SLX DC that would be great

[@TackleAdvisors]

Yes

[@paulsapolis6007]

Tackle Advisors Are the DC the same as the regular SLX to do the drag washers and tear down thank you

[@TackleAdvisors]

I promise this is the last shimano SLX video.....I don't even want to do the trax 200 after the amount of time spent on this one. :)

[@TackleAdvisors]

It likely won't increase it. I didn't test it. But It'll start up smoother and retain its consistency longer which is why it's a benefit.

[@brendabbustamantay6802]

Tackle Advisors how does corrosion-X work on gears is it sticky enough or should I fork out the extra bucks for aquashield?

[@TackleAdvisors]

@@brendabbustamantay6802 I feel weird recommending aquashield because it's very difficult to work with....if you saw the spider web pattern on the top of the drag stack when i took the sideplate off. that's how stringy it is. And it it gets where it shouldn't go. It's a pain to get out. If you get it in the wrong spot of an ar clutch and you don't have a parts cleaner or dental irrigator ya mightas well throw it in the garbage. Corrosion x grease works very well so does yamalube but they behave more like normal greases

[@ddm62571]

Actually I like the reel so much I don't mind all the SLX video's! lol

[@brendabbustamantay6802]

Tackle Advisors thanks I figured that would be or could be a problem with the aqua shield. Thank for the answer and your vids are stellar!

[@briansumma528]

I am considering installing one of those aftermarket drag clicker kits they sell on eBay in my SLX or Fuego CT. Curious if you have any experience with them at all or have a recommendation?

[@azbikerider49]

New to these reels, what does this do for you? how is it better?

[@redymr8229]

I just subbed to yr Channel.. love it.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks Redy!!

[@Adkguerrilla44]

@@TackleAdvisors does this upgrade actually inscrease max drag pressure?

[@ngotailinh4914]

Thank you very much for the video!

[@Louis.Rebolloso]

Your F PETA edit at 0:14 😂

[@chepachii]

Awesome reel and very nice tutorial there TA. Only thing a bit baffling is why it never comes with those washers standard.Even cheaper reels come with carbon. Cheers

[@OMGMOTO]

Very cool and thank you!

[@ivanradi4275]

I know is a 2 years old video but is very good. One question, I have Shimano SLX Xt and one Shimano SLX MGL 70, are those washer the same ? Thanks.

[@AnubhavAnkitGeorge]

Very useful review, from where we can get this carbontex drag washers.

[@LukeFuqua]

Amazon in the description

[@BungAngler]

Steady friend worthwhile 🙏

[@kyl272]

When you say no grease where the spool shaft comes out of the pinion exactly where is that i feel like the previous owner of my reel put way to mich grease in it

[@TackleAdvisors]

yup common issue

[@exoticflorida2360]

Just an update on the products. They’re available on Amazon, but current cost for prime member for 1oz. Grease and the washers is $34.84

[@Side85Winder]

PTFE lube in fishing brands are stupid expensive. Just grab a good mechanic/ byicle brand and its very cheap. I use INOX PTFE grease MX6 it was $10 AUD for a 30g tube, the inox products are amazing i think the MX8 is a thicker product and would be better in higher pressure application like drag washer lube.

[@MichaelPhillipsDesigns]

The links for the washers are not good anymore... just a heads up.

[@chandlerherring6633]

I just ordered my SLX, I was wondering what the benefit is from changing out these drag washers? awesome walkthrough though, I feel like you could take that thing apart with your eyes closed

[@TackleAdvisors]

Lol I feel that way about some reels when I have to reshoot things after brain farts or doorbell rings and garbage trucks lol... It's a bonus upgrade makes the drag just a wee bit smoother and more durable.

[@thefrustratedguitarist4737]

@@TackleAdvisors I just finished this upgrade, and it was a significant & very noticeable improvement, at least for my case. Couldn't have done it without this video!

[@ArthriticAngler]

@tackleadvisors does the large washer on top of the drag carbontex go concave up or down @tackle advisors

[@SpotlockBros]

Need some help.... I followed your video to upgrade the drag washer. After I was done putting it back together, the star drag does click anymore when I turn it. Do you know what have done wrong possibly?

[@kelvinchiatzewei9659]

after drag upgrade, how much drag does it increase?

[@JeffRigney]

On a abu black max, any idea why I would have no drag at all? Can’t pull line out no matter where I set it.

[@swimjigman953]

tackle advisor. would you know if the drive gear in the slx is 40mm in length?

[@davidcilley8488]

Does this work with the DC model as well?

[@ETuss713]

Yes. The DC has the crappy felt washer. I went to my local tackle shop and they had shimano oem cross carbon drag washers. If Im remembering right, I ended up using the oem carbon washers from the slx 70 mgl hg as exact replacements for my Slx dc washers

[@LongviewGarage]

Did you use the same grease for the gear as the drag washers?

[@jorgeazul1293]

Great video is the reel better than than the Casitas though?

[@TackleAdvisors]

It comes down to what you're using it for and how much you value external brakes. I like the reel. It very good all around and very solid. But if you're only buying one reel for a bunch of applications. Go with a reel that you can adjust the brakes on the fly.

[@AlexandreAbramides]

What are the dimensions of the washers? Couldn't find it..

[@bat2ball12]

What’s the benefit of these carbon drag washers?

[@supdude940]

About how much more drag do you get with this upgrade

[@supdude940]

Also can I use ardent reel butter grease on the drag washer. And do the ones in the description also fit the curado k???

[@codycantrell2780]

Does the washer replacement increase max drag or is it a durability upgrade?

[@TackleAdvisors]

I find carbon washers to pay out line smoother at higher settings and they stay more consistent longer. Not really needed for bass fishing. But it is an upgrade

[@michaelp.139]

Is it worth doing this on my SLX DC??

[@TackleAdvisors]

only if you have an issue or when doing seasonal maintenance...not really needed on a fresh reel out of the box

[@maxb1985]

Does this increase max drag? And will it work for a slx XT?

[@Twilk94]

@tackle advisors Hey so I did this and I can’t figure out how to get the drag star to click again. I still have the little metal piece but it just falls down into the hole.

[@TackleAdvisors]

There should be a spring in the hole

[@Twilk94]

@@TackleAdvisors damn alright thanks man.

[@Twilk94]

@@TackleAdvisors I got lucky and found it. Thanks again.

[@nateriver6269]

Any idea how to increase drag power of this reel.?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Really not much you can do...

[@TheMass33]

Can it be used on a DC SLX?

[@TackleAdvisors]

I don't see why not

[@lesrinehart933]

Damn they come with felt washers I didn’t know it

[@BriansCustomTackle]

I have a Daiwa CT and the drag was lost/locked up when I caught a 4 pound fish. It should handle at least 10 pounds of drag so is this my drag washers needing replacement?

[@arabarran]

Can i use Cal's to grease other parts of the reel? It's the only one i have atm.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Others do but I don't

[@arabarran]

@@TackleAdvisors Thanks! :)

[@evelynday6219]

@@arabarran i likecto use small amounts of Penrite Marine Grease for gears, sliding parts and general coating of gear box inner frames and plates, corrosion x/ reel x for slow bearings, worm drives. I like the marine grease, it's cheap, long lasting, great corrosion resitance, tacky and nice to use, stinks a bit:)

[@jaxbrewery]

Thanks for the tips! I'm going to do it to my Curado. Question: With regards to the Belville washers, what would happen if you faced the two convened sides toward each other? I'm not sure if I'm making sense, but rather than "like parentheses" nor spooning each other... In this pattern: )(

[@striperhunter-ic2wt]

What was the drag before and after this upgrade? Thanks

[@TackleAdvisors]

I don't know. I honestly Dont pay attention to drag numbers unless something is off. Like my experience with the MGXtreme2 which couldn't make 7lbs even after mods

[@TackleAdvisors]

Worth mentioning that for saltwater I pay attention to it.

[@NguyenLuong-rq1hg]

Good video! What reel to choose between SLX & Casitas for texas rig and jerkbait bro? I'm a newbie at baitcasting. Sorry for my bad english. :(

[@TackleAdvisors]

I think as a newbie an externally adjustable brake would benefit you. As you can start off with all the brakes on and the dial set high and as you get the hang of it. Turn the dial down. There is also the fuego which is larger in physical size but has a ver newb friendly brake which is 100 percent externally adjustable

[@TackleAdvisors]

@@NguyenLuong-rq1hg yessir. Great reel for the money

[@NguyenLuong-rq1hg]

Tackle Advisors thank you so muchhh!!! I'll get one tomorrow

[@joshuavanscoyk9404]

The links are dead could you provide a new one please?

[@BubbaclubbaW]

are you doing the upgrade to increase max drag and increase smoothness of drag? about how much drag pressure do you gain doing this upgrade?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Honestly I'd does nothing that you'll ever notice but for some reason I've seen reels get better resale. Polishing the other areas there is a benefit

[@Serhat1453.]

I follow the salute with interest. I have a question for you. twinpower sw 4000 xg, which should I choose the new stradic sw5000xg? or what would you suggest

[@TackleAdvisors]

Twinpower SW is sealed better than the stradic. Twin power is very very refined in fit finish and feel. Stradic is just...very good.

[@Serhat1453.]

Which one would you choose? thanks for the answer.

[@Serhat1453.]

Is it worth the price difference?

[@TackleAdvisors]

@@Serhat1453. that's up to you and what you value. No small reel is worth 400 or 500$....you're always just paying for the refinement. With diminishing returns. They're nice but nowhere remotely needed. It's an enthusiast thing. Saragosa sw will do 99% of what the TP will do. While being easier to work on.

[@zacpdx]

Hopefully you see this. I ordered the drag washers from Amazon but cal s is sparse. Is it the tan Cal's? Also, is Okumas Cal grease any good? Has better reviews...

[@TackleAdvisors]

I use cals tan. Okuma cals is the same from what I'm aware of

[@zacpdx]

@@TackleAdvisors awesome! Thanks for the reply! Sorry, one more-looks as though my slx is delayed. But same size washers for the curado, right? You're a invaluable asset to the community!👊

[@BrandonD95]

Can u do this with the k

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'll do it with the curado DC. I'll also be cutting it into pieces :) which hopefully sends a message to shimano! :)

[@zacpdx]

@@TackleAdvisors huh?

[@SammyBenitez]

I got one of these a few weeks ago, and fished with it this week. First fish I set the hook and drag slipped. I thought I had set it... So I tightened the drag pretty good. Next fish, set the hook, drag still slipped (these are 1lb bass in open water..). I tightened the drag to the max now, but haven’t caught another fish since. This is my only baitcaster I have had this problem with. Is this what everyone else has experienced? Do you think this mod will fix it?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Are you fishing braid.... 9 out of 10 times it's the braid slipping on the spool. Very unlikely it's the drag being inconsistent.. A few wraps of mono or a wrap of electrical tap in a balanced manner likely will resolve it.

[@SammyBenitez]

Tackle Advisors I wish I was, but it’s 17lb fluorocarbon. I didn’t realize this reel only had 11lbs max drag (8:1), maybe it’s just that and I’m used to a little more

[@joem8875]

Your drag is slipping when you set the hook with 17lb flouro on 1lb bass? Okay.

[@SammyBenitez]

@@joem8875 with this reel, you are correct. I use it for exposed hook baits now because I kept having issues on hook sets only with this reel.

[@fishin2themax245]

Do you refurbish for a living ? Amazing ability !

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks. No I don't just a hobby since childhood

[@rxsh0540]

What’s the thickness of this washer? 0.5mm or 1mm?

[@cadetimothy7149]

Would this make your drag heavier? I love shimano reels but I just want more than 11pound drag for when I’m punching for instance. a reply would be immensely appreciated

[@notsure8327]

@Cerus98 that’s not an answer to the question at all. But playing the fish in heavy cover? It’s not a jerkbait. Anyone who has flippednheavy cover or punched a lot like the OP asked about, has lost fish simply by taking a second or two too long to bring them out of the slop, lay down, etc. having a heavier drag is akin to a H vs a MH rod. Yes, the rod is more important in controlling the fish, but if you’re modifying an SLX, you may not be a guy who can just buy a new rod solely for flipping.

[@Justin-dm1sv]

Will these fit the slx xt?

[@TackleAdvisors]

I would assume so. call or email carbontex for 100% confirmation

[@adrianbaker-gratz7594]

Uh how important is that d tent?

[@lolmandood]

I got all the tools other than my 10mm. It has gone missing again.

[@fisherdude7958]

What do you think of the SLX for medium duty saltwater fishing?

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'm not really a fisshermen that uses that size reel for saltwater. I'd bet due to the lack of a million bearings and it's simplicity with a tiny bit of preventative maintenance it'd do great.

[@dannyb3177]

How much drag does this give you bud ??

[@TackleAdvisors]

I can't remember if I ever tested it with the stock washerrs or the carbontex....sorry man.

[@bryce6267]

@tackle advisors just wondering if i clean the internals of my shimano bantam 100 its fine to use my daiwa gear and drag grease right?

[@TackleAdvisors]

Crap I forgot what drag washer they used on the bantam. If it's that dartaniun stuff don't grease it. Otherwise your good

[@jefjones4192]

Zaebtsuha. Great. Fantastic.

[@0017Bulldog]

Great stuff. You got a sub out of me!!

[@Ilogrich]

Do you repair reels? I found a Quantum Cabo 50 PT at the beach one weekend paired with a st. croix triumph. The rod is perfectly fine, but the reel was seized. Like the idiot that I am, I thought I watched enough of your videos to fix it myself. I ended up making things worse and pretty much-scrambling everything. It's a puzzle, I'm too lazy to put back together. I've ordered all the parts that seemed to be causing the reel to seize. I had it working but I something wasn't clicking right so I took it apart again.. now there's just a bunch of reel parts and pieces sitting on my desk. You up to the challenge of putting this puzzle back together? It's an awesome looking and feeling reel. This would be a great inshore reel if I can get it working.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hey man! Nice score...but sorry..... I don't offer any repair services. I toyed with it a bit. But it's not something that interests me. It costs too much time, space, and $$ to do it properly. And then there is the liability and people that say they have anew reel...that send me exactly what you have without disclosing that. I've done it for a long time prior to even doing the whole youtube thing.

[@Ilogrich]

Gotcha! No worries. Disregard my email haha.

[@otroflores91]

Baaaaaaa. I like sheep and the this video.

[@bradhamilton1126]

Hey Tackle Advisors, quick question for ya. I was out fishing the other day using a jerkbait on my shimano Citica 200i, and every once in a while when i would give the rod a good jerk, the reel would "explode" on me if you will. The handle and the spool would all move backwards while the spool was engaged, allowing line to come out uncontrollably. Not quite sure whats going on with it but I would assume it has something to do with the anti-reverse bearing. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hey Brad. Does the handle turn backwards? If you remove the spool. And look at the pinion gear where the spool shaft pin slots in. Is it free of debris? Is the side plate on all the way and how tight is your spool tension (the knob on the handle side)

[@bradhamilton1126]

Yes the handle does move backwards occasionally. Most of the time it seems the anti reverse bearing is working as I can’t just real backwards with it at any time. It only goes backwards occasionally when I jerk the rod and put some tension on the line. Other than that everything else is normal with the reel. I keep the spool tension where I would on any other reel and everything is free of debris.

[@sebastianniemiec8647]

Guess what, I'm on the wedding party wright now. But I find it more interesting to watch this. By the way it's Polish wedding.

[@tacklecentralfishing1051]

DAAAAAMN I'M EARLY!!!!

[@TackleAdvisors]

#metoo Too Soon........wow that works yet is so inappropriate.....

[@tacklecentralfishing1051]

What line is on this reel?

[@TackleAdvisors]

@@tacklecentralfishing1051 I think it was old sunline fx 2 or suffix performance. I used few braids with it this vid was filmed awhile ago so I can't remember

[@davidmash1390]

LEDs produce zero heat

[@TackleAdvisors]

Huh? Then a couple videos ago did I melt my bench aiming a flashlight and take a temp reading of 190 degrees... And why do high power leds require so much heat sinking

[@gregorycorvinus4785]

I saw a guy in one video. Put the bearing on the driven shaft 5х9х3, Bearings in the handle and on the screw 4х7х2,5, Hybrid bobbin bearings 3х10х4 Ordered on Ali, but this is probably poor quality

[@TackleAdvisors]

You can add bearings but if the Knobs are shimmed well you don't really need them. The adding of a bearing in the handle shaft isn't needed.. No gain. Shimano scorpion mgl actually put a bushing there. Which I liked seeing

[@712criminal]

Wera/Wiha or bust...

[@jaredherman4998]

sheep?

[@brookboi_6992]

Theres no inbetween though😂

[@xiaoyangzhang]

"just a tiny bit of grease..." That's not tiny! Come on, I can grease the whole main gear with that amount of grease! Besides smooth drag, maximum drag is important to me, too, especially for jigs.

[@gobybryant1001]

You must have a tiny main gear lol

[@golffish7599]

Drags on baitcasters are poor at best,just click into free spool and use your thumb

[@vinfish4697]

Gotta say I liked it better when you had trouble getting monetized

[@TackleAdvisors]

Oh trust me...I still have issues.I get emails every week saying a video has been approved for monetization.....Which means it was demonitized...and I had no clue and often it is an older video! Which is just lovely. I just don't bother bringing it up.

[@vinfish4697]

Tackle Advisors congrats to you and your success just as it’s not a LyinKiing ad they just about took over Instagram

[@TackleAdvisors]

@@vinfish4697 Thanks man! Have they gotten that bad? I really don't know outside of youtube. And only from a little time I spent lookin them up when i did those two vids. Trust me....I don't plan on changing.. As a matter of fact....here's a reply from a recent sponsor offer I sent this out two days ago or something like that......

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hi, Love the Tackle Advisors KZbin channel and Instagram account. Your how to and product review videos are awesome and have a great impact on folks learning to fish. Our mission is to make fishing easier for beginner anglers and fisherman targeting new species. We create fishing tackle kits with all the fundamental tackle. The kits are made up of high quality classics that our network of guides and enthusiasts helped develop. We offer them at an affordable price to help beginners get started and for families to engage with their kids outdoors. We would love to send you some of our products to review and get your thoughts on. If you are interested we also would like to send you a bundle of gear to do a giveaway on your channel. Feel free to reach out to me via email or phone, Marketing Manager at Tailored Tackle www.tailoredtackle.com ________________________________________________________________________________ Nick Sun, Oct 7, 8:58 PM (2 days ago) to cham I just looked at what you have to offer. Pardon my being blunt....But it's all overpriced low quality garbage. 35-40$ of 5$ worth of junk in a box. Hiding behind the veil of helping beginners. No thank you.

[@TackleAdvisors]

I'm waiting for the first person who accepts their offer and starts promoting them....Then I'm gonna address it in a vid.......SHAMEFUL!!!!! I took a screen grab and was gonna post it on my Instagram......But didn't feel like emailing it to myself to post via mobile....I'll probably do it in a few days though....Always wondered if these people actually watch my crap......Like did they really think I'd support pushing 40$ boxes of garbage to beginners.......are they fuggin stupid???

[@1fallstaff]

If you bought lews you wouldn't have to upgrade !

[@ight8227]

Blue line shame on you