Daiwa BG Full maintenance and service tutorial. How to protect your reel against sand and saltwater

[@picklesmcgee518]

My entire arsenal is made up exclusively of this reel series ... I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you taking the time to put this together .... KZbin please pay this man!!!

[@OGKill]

I refuse to go higher than a 5K in this series which the 5000 is definitely on the heavy side in weight itself. Honestly, if memory serves me right the 4500/5000 are very similar in weight if not the same. That being said, I myself have a 3K, 3500H, two 4Ks, and a 5K, didn’t pay over $100 on any some were new and they don’t just catch fish, if you use em right they handle em. 💪

[@edwhite1016]

Just had another look at this Nick, I watched it back when I was buying my Daiwas, my 3500 has been abused, underwater, in the rain on top of my car, and it needs a little lovin'. Great video, I know what I'm doing this morning.

[@ryanl3716]

This is one of, if not the best, how to video on KZbin. Great job from start to finish. My reel got hit with a rogue wave which made my reel feel like a sandy mess. This helped me get it back to running smoothly.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Glad it helped

[@potemkinification]

Just wanna say thank you! Every time I do maintenance of my BG's I watch this video.

[@johndudlicek9750]

Dude. That was so helpful. I fell down holding my rod, and the main shaft on my spinning reel got bent. I bought a new shaft for six dollars. I had no idea how to change that out, but followed this video. My reel is as good as new! Thank you

[@JeffreySmith-m3y]

Miss Scoob and this channel. It was these videos that made me feel confident to service my own reels.

[@bbllaakkeeee]

You’re a gentleman and a scholar. My BG got swamp washed today and it has more sand in it than a Sahara dust storm. This really helped. Thank you very very much!

[@jorgecampa57]

This is the best detailed video of fishing reel service anyone could ever ask for . Thank you for sharing your professional expertise on servicing a daiwa black and gold . Anyone should feel comfortable servicing their reels, after watching your great video.

[@Flafinds]

Calm,clear voice.With straight forward approach.I did not pause once ! Great job !

[@herrkurm]

Bought the 2000 size on your recommendation nearly 2 years ago, now did a full service following this guide. Considering it has taken countless dunks in freshwater from kayaking and trout fishing in rapids and on pecarious grounds,it works as brand new still after maintenance. Thanks again, you are the man!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Eyyyyyyyy.. Glad to hear it helped! I hope it treats you well for the next two years!

[@ahobisummer]

some people say the smaller sizes ,2000 and below, don't have the same components or ATD is this true?

[@AD-ds3sd]

You sir are a blessing to the KZbin and the fishing community. Took me an hour to service and grease up my BG 3500 my buddy dunk in the Atlantic Ocean. Thanks again!!!

[@rohzpopper4922]

Even if any reel freeze, just shoot with lots of WD 40, things will be fine

[@RvanLaar66]

Great video! Thanks Tackle Advisors. But... I've just opened up my new 2500 for some preventive maintenance and found out that there are small differences between models. There can be a washer at the screw holding the case-bumper (at 16:20) sitting between the bumper and the case. It's not shown here nor in the shematics but both my 1500 and 2500 have it. The top cap covering the A-R clutch at 17:20 can sit on two tiny brass washers not shown in this video. There is also an arrow on the top cap that needs to point upwards > towards the foot of the reel. So beware and keep a REALLY close eye on all the parts in your particular model.

[@jonatherton]

Have two of these reels and recently one started to jam. Found this video, stripped it down, and put it back together. First time I've done this and I don't have anything close to an engineer's mind. Quite straight forward, apart from minute 39 when you quietly couple the cam gear with the main shaft! Didn't see that first time around so had to go back in a second time! Otherwise a very useful film! Thanks.

[@rohzpopper4922]

Put a reel n rod on boat at sea. After 3 days salt spray jammed it. Open up, shoot with WD 40 and it work good as new !

[@stinkymonke8621]

@@rohzpopper4922 didn't you hear what he said. NO WD-40!!!

[@buffdoc46]

Can't thank you enough. Your video has helped me restore all my Daiwa reels. The bearing disassemble was tough at first. I find certain greases are an issue with colder weather.

[@RichRoberts-oy1qb]

Watched at least three other videos. This is the best by far!

[@nickrabauliman9164]

About ready to service my BG 4500, and this video is saved to my list just for that. Thanks for the fully in depth coverage bro!!!

[@Anthony-nx7di]

Nick I have a question. Does the handle switch from the left hand to the right hand for right hand retrieve? Just wondering thinking about getting one myself, but i am not sure if it can switch sides sense i retrieve right hand not left

[@nickrabauliman9164]

@@Anthony-nx7di to be honest when I first picked up the BG4500 I tried to switch it from left to right hand retrieve with no success, I'm not sure if I am not doing it correctly but it's not like other reels like the Shimano Nasci 5000 for example. I was able to switch it from left to right with ease. It would be best to check with your local retailer in case. Otherwise, my answer still remains, no it can't.

[@jamesk1619]

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[@edzelvincentreyes1078]

@@Anthony-nx7di Yes you can switch it from left to right.

[@scottaguirre7564]

This is the first video I actually used to service my Diawa BG 4000, the reel turned out butter smooth, I’m always watching your tear down videos of the shimano and penn, even tho I don’t own a certain series of Shimano//Penn, I still find those videos entertaining!

[@AlanHowellphotovideo]

Just wanted to personally thank you for this video as I had a bearing retaining clip pop out and I couldn't figure how to get it back in. The cut q-tip method was the trick! I held a small pen light in my teeth to illuminate the bearing lip and that helped as well. As a side note, (and you probably already know this now), but the extra plastic washer under the spool is to adjust the line load angle to help prevent backlashes...according to Daiwa. This explains why some reels have it and some don't as some people have used it to set the spool a bit lower on the shaft. Thank you!

[@bigbuba16]

Finally, i was going through withdrawal from not seeing a new video! Sooo pumped for whats about to come next

[@JeffSmith-eq3kc]

I let a friend of mine borrow my BG6500 to do some surf fishing in NC. Got it back and it felt fine but over the next 6 weeks it got a little choppy. I opened it up and it was FULL of salt. Every nook and cranny was full of salt. The gearbox had salt chunks all over it, under the drag knob, under the rotor, the handle. The only places there was no salt was the actual drag washers and the AR clutch and sleeve. It was 10,000 times worse inside that it felt when spinning it. My buddy must have dropped it in the surf, went for a swim with it, something crazy. I broke it down entirely. Ultrasonic and a bowl of vinegar were helpful but a scrub pad and steel wool were best. It's got a decent gear grind now but it's fishable. Glad I didn't let him borrow my Saltiga.

[@erockscott1184]

Thank you!!!...the bail on mine wasn't springing and you showed me how it worked and how to reassemble it!!!...got it!!! Now the bail snaps again like it should.

[@swangre]

This was a life saver. My reel and I thanks you many times. Not sure I would have been able to put my reel back together without your video.

[@TheBushwooky]

It's so awesome to have these detailed teardown's when in the market for reels. I strip mine down each year for cleaning and it's nice to see how they are designed internally. Have you considered doing a video at some point of all the different tools, lubes, oils, and cleaners you prefer for your reel maintenance?

[@mandras2009]

Thanks for your video. On late December bought my first Daiwa bg4000, loved it so much I bought a 4500 last week. Today was my third time fishing my 4000 and felt a little difficult to crank the reel, did not feel smooth and soft as the first time. I really appreciate your comments and guide to what could be the problem, considering is a new reel. Thanks

[@davidcloyd1296]

This guy puts in WORK for us, thanks!

[@paulschroder3969]

Watching this Video every time I maintain my reels! Awesome Video Bro!

[@expertchannel]

Cool video. I’m looking for a video on correct placement for the bail trip lever spring(under the screw). I have a legalis 3000. Thank you

[@jefthadsilva8879]

Hi Tackle Advisor, I purchased a Spinfisher VI 4500 on your advice a couple of years back and it has served me great. Can you do a video on how to do a full service on the same reel?

[@TackleAdvisors]

YAAAAY......30 hours spent and youtube demonitized this video......Thanks youtube!!!!!!!! Appreciate it!!!!!!! @$$holes

[@arabarran]

Why are they keep doing that to you? Intro Music? Something else?

[@tacklecentralfishing1051]

Douches....for real.

[@viper2788]

lol but why? Arent most, if not all your videos about tackle and not really fishing? Ball bearings and grease never hurt anyone.

[@TackleAdvisors]

No clue....check out my instagram...posted a pic....boggles my mind! Betcha this doesn't happen to jake paul!!

[@mrsuarez430]

Thats messed up especially with this your providing a public service lol was it diawa that claimed it?

[@1ThreeSeven]

Thank you for the video. I just bought a used 2500 and plan on giving it a once-over to make sure it’s all in good shape.

[@mexicangler]

Best video for daiwa bg 4000, very detail and easy to follow. Thank you

[@LongStraightLines]

Thank fark... I've been looking for this info for too long! Thanks mate!

[@mufa1967]

Awesome. Thanx for the time that spent making this movie. Spielberg class.Nothing left undone.

[@lingkheyshing]

Do you also have a video where i can watch and learn how to swap my handle right to left on my BG 8000 . Appreciate the video for sharing 🙏.

[@mohamedkhan3733]

Your tutorials and explanations are very informative and i thank you for sharing your knowledge.Turorial like yours saves me money .I serviced all my Bg reels by myself using this video. Grateful subscriber.🎣🎣🎣

[@jeffsmith825]

Serviced a BG 6500 today of a surf fisherman. Had a raspy noise, relatively new reel maybe 10 trips nothing crazy treating it. Said he'd tried to service it himself and it came out raspy. Turns out your cotton swab turned upside down to reset the non handle side bearing is important. He'd taken something hard trying to reset that bearing completely to out the retaining clip on. The entire cover of the bearing was chattered and dented. Took the covers off the bearing and it spun beautifully. Put the covers back on and it was raspy. I ended up packing the two main gear bearings which eliminated 75% of the raspy sound but it's a good lesson to share I thought. I love these reels and HATE that design. That non handle side bearing and retaining clip is a pain and I don't really understand why they designed it that way.

[@cincinnatiking8008]

Thanks for this video. I took apart my cheaper Daiwa Legalis to clean it and I would be lost without this video!

[@christopherjenkins2373]

Very fine job! I love my old silver series 7000C in the surf. I’ll bet this BG is even better.

[@Belvedere3834spd]

I have several old silver series reels that I've used for DECADES, and I will say without question that even though they aren't as smooth or sophisticated as these modern reels, they will easily outlast them with proper maintenance. I've gotten rid of some of my modern reels because they've turned out to be junk. Just my experience and opinion.

[@christopherjenkins2373]

@@Belvedere3834spd I think your experience and opinion are spot on! I was talking to a friend a minute ago about fishing with our 1950s vintage large Luxor No. 3 reels. To me there have been only a very few reels built since those Luxors that even have a chance at competing with them. Just this afternoon I got a mint Mitchell 498 Super. PPUM saltwater reel you simply can’t believe. I also just finished together a beautiful Mitchell 396 from parts and put on a NOS gray spool and Mitchell high speed handle. That reel can cast better than almost any modern reel. I know I’m extremely biased but I see no need to purchase modern reels even with their extraordinary features when I know they have no chance of standing the rest of time. My negative feelings and bad experiences with modern reels started with a Quantum Cabo Saltwater Reel that I bought for a lot of money that didn’t last 5 years. This was in spite of the fact that I meticulously take care of my reels. Never again!

[@clintonpillay2423]

Awesome video, just a heads up, the plastic washer is to allow for even distribution of the line, sometimes as you reel in it lines up in an angle, with that washer it ensure the line gets reel in perfectly even

[@obxsurfandsoundfishing4085]

Would you happen to have any videos on the maintenance for Fuego series?

[@sv2296]

It's funny I have 5 reels for 25 years never greeced or oiled them. The only thing that stopped working is the line guide.i wish some told me how to maintain it a long time ago Thank you tackle advisor for giving me the guts to open all my old reels up

[@Jedhaase]

Awesome video! In most videos I see, the only thing people do is just oil the roller bearing and lube the shaft. That will slightly help and make it a little smoother, but you really have to break it down and clean and grease everything. Especially the gears and bearings inside.

[@dahe8883]

Thanks you saved both my reels and a lot of money

[@Anotherdude0]

Thanks for making this video. I'll be watching it closely tonight while I try to fix mine. Went surf fishing 3 times and now it really has issues turning. Using the Abu Garcia maintenance kit, hopefully it can help with all the salt water and corrosion.

[@andymeijer1117]

Thanks for this! After using my bg's for over a year (sweet water mostly) I managed to service them, removed most of the grease and used interflon super only on all the moving parts. The result is amazing and they spin even better then when I got them. They may not be sealed with grease as before but don't need that. Furthermore interflon is water repellant as well as far as I understood. Big thanks again as I would have never opened them up😉

[@teamflanneloutdoors5631]

SWEET! My 2500 is on it's way- come on Dec.25! Hopefully break it in the 26. Just walked in the door and clicked on your channel for the feebay link to order some more Christmas goodies and found the link to this vid-Woo Hoo! Christmas came early. Thank You, can't wait to watch it!

[@TackleAdvisors]

Awesome!!!! Thanks Brotha!!!! Gonna do a tear down comparison with the bg, nasci, socorro, and shield. 4 very different reels at that 100$ ballpark.

[@wrightackle1]

Really enjoyed the tutorial! My fishing buddy bought the same reel on my recommendation. After a couple of months it started binding which usually means the shaft was bent. I had one helluva time getting that shaft out. The bend was right where the shaft enters the slide. I just got lucky. Put the flat end of the shaft in a vise and prayed. It slipped right into the slide with no bind and the reel has been working ever since. I was surprised the shaft was so wimpy where everything else in the bg was overbuilt.Sure wish your tutorial was around when I took the reel apart.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks Pat! Glad you liked it Man...that's an oddball place for it to bend. Especially with all the different angles of support.....But I saw the exact same thing on the penn z i tore down when i did the star s7000 review. Tried getting it out and blew out the pinion....tried torching it.....had to replace parts before I even did the review...lol Well unless youtube goes out of business...it'll be up the next time ya tear it down :) Lemme take a guess...was it a 5k size and fish the cape cod canal??

[@wrightackle1]

It was a 4000. We use it here in the gulf of mexico primarily to catch bonito [false albacore], although we do use it for mangroves when we are chumming.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Damn....I was close...lol...only 1800 miles off :) I'd be willing to bet the damage came from taking a hit. maybe in gunnel holders or storage. You guys have all the fun...Albies around here come through for about amonth and they're usually moving full steam ahead if surf casting for them. And if in a boat...generally 200 new yorkers are casting over your t top...lol

[@quinnhunsinger1603]

Can't find the comment but I asked you about a slight noise at the bottom of the spool cycle and you said it could be a bent spool shaft. You were correct I replaced the spool shaft and low and behold it was butter yet again. 6500 size and it's so easy to work on given the larger parts. Not than any reels are rocket science contrary to some KZbin reviewers who don't even open them up. Still not sure how someone can "test a reel" let's say without knowing how it works.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hey man! I remember it. Glad it was an easy fix and everything worked out!

[@quinnhunsinger1603]

@@TackleAdvisors I used it as an anchor rod and reel off a pier for a trolley/pin rig and I'm pretty sure I bent it trying to get the 8oz anchor weight to budge. Wasn't smart but I don't own a cheap round reel to heave out there. Most guys use old Abu 6500 type reels and I saw two AR's give out on the same day.

[@troynjpoolplayer6604]

thanks for this video. after servicing BG 4000 AR clutch not working after the 1st trip. appreciate any help

[@villagelightsmith4375]

Question! Would it be feasable to warm the grease to near liquid and dump the nearly assembled reel into the hot liquid grease, allowing it to fill all the cavities and coat all surfaces? Alternatively, an evaporating solvent, grease it, warm it up, allow the volatiles to evaporate leaving the grease? Just because my old fingers are not so nimble, nor am I liable to see and remember all things? Dental pics are nifty. Ultrasonic cleaners allow liquids to permeate EVERYthing. Very nice little reel!

[@dangoldstein152]

the grease would separate at the required temps to get it into a liquid form and even if you did, you couldn't guaranty it would permeate into all of the necessary places. If you struggle to do the job yourself, then see if you can find a local tackle shop to assist you.

[@caranx89]

hello!, very good. Some put more fat under the rotor (kind of bathtub)...how many grams-% gain weight? A mate has a BG 5000 2nd hand....He bought it with a crank on and it can't be unscrewed!! 2:00 Any ideas? Would it be a sample shop and they put glue on it?

[@TackleAdvisors]

It could be... But I've seen that before.... Try putting it in the freezer for an hour or so...... Likely corrosion... Or hitting the handle with some heat

[@jamesbayfishing9583]

Awesome video man! You sure do go liberal with the grease lol. I'm sure this video will go viral with how many people own this reel and you really do cover all the bases.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Thanks brotha! HELL YEAH....I had a touch of the flu when filming it...so hopefully that has an impact on views...lol As a surf caster for decades....it's only recently we have a bunch of sealed options out there. It used to be just VS, saltiga z and the mitchell banana....NOw penn torque, Zeebass, saragosa, spheros, shield etc offer waterproofing. This method of protecting reels has been done for many years...in fact we used to fully pack the entire cavity of some reels. Hey ...did i respond to your question about the ferrofluid? The stuff i use is VSG 203a.....it's what Ferrotec recommended for my purpose. It's friggin expensive..70-100$ for 3ml. They gave me a 3ml sample. Contact Shipwreck who is a member on stripers online.com he should be able to send you some (in order to PM him you need to be a member. It's show season and he's the head daiwa rep so he's a bit bogged down. But worth the effort tracking him down. Just read the rules when you sign up as it takes a few posts and days to be able to send pms.

[@jamesbayfishing9583]

Tackle Advisors awesome thanks I'll make sure to do that

[@RatedRTV]

awesome video, my bg4000 was starting to seize up on slow retrieves thanks to my last surf trip. followed this step by step and the reel works like a charm, now its just time to get that fancy grease like you!!

[@lightgame_fishing_portugal6209]

Hello , I just bought a bg 3000 last week and I’ve been spinning all days,today the reel start to be hard to crank and I’m feeling the vibration on the tooth engaging between the main gear and the pinion. I’m going to sent it back to Daiwa, but what could to be the problem ? Thanks and continue the good work on the channel

[@naumanahmadtariq8717]

if you tighten the side plate too much it will press the pinion and main gear against each other and gears will not mesh together properly. Also the back of the main gear will touch the side plate while rotating.

[@naumanahmadtariq8717]

If u keep the side plate too loose then u will feel play in the handle. Just tighten the screws medium.

[@DavidAustin415]

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[@MartinMartinez]

Removed the bail mechanism spring on a BG5000. Big no-no. I can't seem to place it back in 🤮 Different spring and plastic component that the reel on this video. Help me! Please.

[@seamurda100]

What do you think about carbontex drag washers? Are they worth it?

[@mko9797]

Just curious what you use to clean the metal parts of the old grease and particles whether you use degreaser like simple green or something stronger like de natured alcohol?

[@Unplugged704]

This is a great video to learn from! Question - I have the BG4000, which I dropped in the lake and only submerged for 15 minutes. Also I had dropped it twice fishing on the banks. Now when I turn the handle it seems very loose, and not catching the rotor, which does and does not spin. Note - As is turning the handle the rotor does not spin, however if I push the handle in (towards the right), the it will catch the rotor and then it spins. What could be the problem?

[@jackz5846]

Awesome video If you dunked the reel in salt water, would you perform a complete teardown afterwards? Or does all the grease you are using in theory prevent any water getting to the parts? If you do planning on teardown water a dunk, what's the benefit of the generous amount of grease? I ask this because I used to also pack it with grease, now I rather put less and teardown more frequently

[@arabarran]

I just serviced my Daiwa Ninja by following this turorial! Easy peasy! Thanks a lot, Nick!

[@iliassanhaji6988]

Hey thanks for sharing this indepth, professional maintenance guide! It would be amazing if you could make a BG mq or Saltist MQ guide. Other people did it in other languages, but not as comprehensive as you, you grease and oild as you go. Thanks again for sharing this it is going to help me a lot with my saltist MQ as Daiwa servicing is not great in Europe. Cheers🎉

[@SouL7thBTS]

And the drag knob itself? Do you guys ever open, take apart and clean it?

[@watchman316ly]

Tackle Advisors, you are awesome! I just bought a 5000BG and plan to do the same to it. Thank you so much!

[@MarcinKantor]

Proper Vid that! My BG went all grindy after one season only in salt water, I presume it must be the gear and probably not much I can do about it at the moment? Unless you'd have any ideas?

[@TackleAdvisors]

It could be the top pinion support bearing. That one is susceptible to corrosion and have seen many fail. Gives off that grind feel.. A 10$ boca hybrid ceramic is a good replacement (yellow seal)

[@MarcinKantor]

@@TackleAdvisors thank you sir. I guess I need to disassemble them and check the size of the bearing? 2500 and 3000 I have here

[@TackleAdvisors]

Unfortunately I don't have the measurements here. I think they have the numbers if you call or email Daiwa.. But you should inspect the bearing prior to ordering

[@MarcinKantor]

Thanks again 👍

[@trickyrick8621]

Has this combination of Corrosion x grease, and Aquashield grease been successful long term? Any Problems?

[@kd4ryb]

I have a new BG 8000 that I want to start using for surf fishing but I don't know how much grease is in it and I would just like to find out if I could get you to grease at like you do these other reals and send it to you and let you do the work for me I'll be glad to take care of you anyway you want me too but I'm not sure about how much grease comes in these new grills after watching some of your videos please let me know thanks

[@wuquanchi]

I think this is my 50th times watching this video. Thank you again.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Lol thanks man! glad it's proved helpful to ya!

[@Clixzwy]

hey, I have a question, my Daiwa BG reel fell on the ground, it was dirty, I washed it in the pond, then I dried it, it started squeaking, it doesn't put up much resistance or anything, but it squeaks, I blew it with a compressor and nothing, what do you think could be the reason and how could I fix it?

[@nemo5335]

this was helpful as shit and saved my ass when i thought i'd service my own reel. took me hours to get right, but hey, all the parts are in and everything seems to be working well.

[@jimmywilson1388]

Great video, unlike most of the reel cleaning videos on KZbin…😂

[@gleiberrabelo4496]

I from Brazil , I like your videos very much and I ask you if the model bg 3500 is the same components and the service is in the same way ?

[@zachblair8773]

was there no lubricants or grease on anything prior to this video?

[@roylyle8222]

I have a BG 4500 and at 14.47 I don't seem to have a bearing retaining clip that this model has. Rather there seems to be a sort of screw. Do I try untighten the screw ? Just can't work out how to get my main gear on the other side loose ?

[@reddogleader1968]

Thanks for this excellent tutorial. I have several BG reels up to 8000. This video will be a great resource .

[@mrsuarez430]

I have the 8k also amazing reels for big muttons and wreck groupers those large gears really help with the bigguns

[@JustinCaseJustin]

Hello Sir What kind of grease are you using ? Any specific brand ? Thank you !!!

[@sonnyreeves8123]

Looking for the BG MQ 2500-3000 series 2020 up disassembly. This seems different.

[@samibentroudi6423]

Awesome video. Really have a better understanding of my new reel. I just bought the 5000 BG and the 6500 BG taking apart the 5000 but stalled after the spool cannot seem to take the washers off? Any suggestions. Have taking apart the main gear apart no problems. I believe that the grease that comes with any new reel is no adequate & that is the reason I am took mine apart to grease them up with some good Pen grease . Looks quite similar to what ur used in your video.. keep up the good work very much appreciated. Sami

[@soundslikeorange]

Hi, great video. I disassembled, cleaned, lubed, and reassembled my BG3500 using this video as I guide. I now experience a knocking sensation when reeling, even after disassembling and cleaning a second time. I think it might be the slot on the main shaft rubbing against the portion of the OSC gear that goes into the slot, but I can't figure out how to fix it. Any ideas?

[@getplenny]

I have the exact problem. Did you figure out yours?

[@JnayJnellius]

Any advise on how to deal with stripped screws on a reel?

[@dirtywrx8478]

Could you show how to remove the auto bail? I read that people has issue with it auto lock while casting and loosing lures. I've been planning to get the 4000 or the 4500. The 4000 is perfect but I don't wanna deal with losing lures. What I have read was that the 4500 would be to heavy for constant cast.

[@rohzpopper4922]

The 4500 a little heavier as it got twin anti reverse. Hold more line than Shimano Saragosa 6k. Bought the BG after reading Allan Hawke review. He check quality and examine all parts like Forensic detective. Best budget reel in the world. Too 5 best reels !

[@artgenre]

Can you substitute some of that grease for just the Corrosion X lubricant spray, or even some drops of Reel X, so it's not so tight when reeling?

[@morganahmed6245]

It would be great if u could share alink of what equipments package we needs in one box and from where we buy this stuff...cause u cant imagine how hard to find this equipments like scrwes..sorry for my english

[@MJDGator]

Maybe I missed it but no part #44 the washer between the pinion and larger bearing (the one you said typically goes first)?

[@mehmetkimp]

Do you rinse with clear water the reel after saltwater fishing? If yes like how much water should I put

[@joeb3187]

Do you do these for a fee? I have 4 that need serviced like the video. One has been been dunked while attempting to launch a yak off the surf.

[@gregreinert642]

My BG 3500 spool brake is terrible. Lost too many lures due to premature bail closures. Now it sits on a shelf while I use a Shimano Spheros.

[@naumanahmadtariq8717]

I recently used Penn precision grease in two of my Daiwa BG 5000. First I applied it as it is but the reel became too hard. Then opened both of them again mixed 50 50 ratio of penn grease and synthetic motor oil. Now it spins light.

[@KuhChuck]

Hey Scoob, @ 44:17, you say you are going to Oil the AR Clutch. But, I didn't see you do this. How much oil do you give it and where do you put it? On the Clutch Sleeve, or on the little rollers in the Clutch? Thanks.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Hey man.. OILING THE CLUTCH IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. If you lube it it may fail. I usually apply a few drops of corrosion protecting oil on a paper towel. And apply it to the sleeve. If it's a clutch that can take oil I'll apply to both

[@KuhChuck]

Oh, so it is a tiny quantity. I read about people running dry. I was thinking I would just go with whatever little bit of oil I had on my hands while putting it back together. Thanks for the response. ...This is for one of my brothers reels. In the fall he showed up at the river and the reel he brought was seized up. All we had was a quart of oil in the truck. We just soaked the reel to get it moving and get through the day. He learned his lesson on the first fish he set the hook on when the reel spun backwards at 3000rpm haha.

[@KatiePhongh]

Thanks for the step by step. I spend a lot of time in the surf and this was great.

[@Glennmc7]

Do you have any liquid solution for soaking and cleaning old grease on gears.

[@garyschuller6981]

Best tutorial ever! My BG works smoothly now. Thx!!

[@anderson8869]

Good morning, I have the Tatula lt 3000 on my bass rods and make it down to the CT coast just a couple times a year. Rather than buying a saltwater reel can i follow this BG maintenance video as a rough guide to protect the tatula? Also, from what I can tell the BG doesn't have any seals like the tatula but the BG is known as a saltwater reel..... why is this?

[@captok36]

Great video. I'm looking at a 3000 model. How will this handle surf fishing? I'm talking about standing in the waves and the reel getting completely submerged by waves sometimes?

[@TackleAdvisors]

For that sort of fishing... This ain't the reel... It'd fail quickly... There aren't many reels designed for that... Van Staal and zeebass are really about it. Spheros sw 5/6000 are about the cheapest you can get... Penn claims to be ipx whatever... But in my experience they can't take that sort of abuse much... Then there's sand... Sandy waves can lock up a reel to the point you have to dunk and reel to grind it out... Vs and ZB are the only ones I'd recommend

[@kd4ryb]

All of my reals are brand-new just wondering how much grease was in them that's what I was just wondering if I could send them to you and let you pack him before I start using my have three or four of them

[@egyprince79]

Great Tutorial, thanks. one of my BG5000 has a drag knob that stopped clicking, can it be taken apart and fixed, or should i buy a new one? not sure if it got sand in it.

[@pevo5227]

Do you have a video where you service and clean a freshwater reel? You mention that you wouldn’t go as heavy on the grease, is that it? How do you know how much grease and where to oil rather than grease? Thanks

[@TackleAdvisors]

For freshwater spinners. Grease only gear teeth and wear things may rub.. Oil on bearings.. Don't grease the main shaft too much especially in colder temps. Beware lubrication of any kind in the ar clutch. I prefer tsi 321 or corrosion x oil.....

[@pevo5227]

Great tips! Thank you very much. You inspired me to service my own reels. Last night I attempted to clean out a very cheap saltwater reel that I fished out of a river. I definitely see what you mean by not lubricating the AR clutch lol.... glad i practiced on a cheap reel instead of my slightly nicer ones.

[@JeffSmith-eq3kc]

I love lube and I go pretty hard on the lube with my BG's because I had one get FULL of salt. At the same time, I feel like so much of this grease is just gonna end up in the case, not really doing much but being it's awesome sticky self. Maybe that's the idea but as soon as those gears mesh that's a lot of grease that's squeezing out into the case. I use a product called tefgel for where the two sides of the case interact and it does well.

[@ralffeuerbach8477]

the best maintenance and service tutorial i have ever seen . I dont like the Shimano reels compare with the BG you must spend alot of money for worther stuff but i alsso like the okuma reels - nice grears and prices .

[@krslcsn]

Ive bent the bearing seals trying to get them out. Are they necessary? Thanks for the helpful video.

[@joshhorne5908]

They absolutely are. Call or email Daiwa USA and they may send you the seals for free.

[@TackleAdvisors]

Not really. They are shields. Not seals. Only good at keeping large debris out or keeping grease in to an extent. Sealed bearings, are a bit more effective to a point. But add a bit of resistance. Fish it and don't worry about it.

[@bippeee]

Hello sir, How do i identify the daiwa BG JDM version and the original version? Love your videos BTW