Reel Lube

[jig n' jerk]

What is the best way to lubricate your spinning and baitcasting reels. Also, what is the best kind of lube? If you guys could help me out with a little info that would be great.

Kurt Joly

PS: I heard from an old timer that nothing beats vasoline. But I was skeptical about mixing what is in there with vasoline ( I don't know if they would be compatible together).

[delmuts]

i use reel ease on most of my stuff, but do use a touch of lithium grease on the spool silde in my spinning reels. many guys love the red hot sauce too. my $.02

[Dan Thiem]

I bought some Quantum Hot Sauce and I have to say, that stuff is worth every penny!

[fishin58]

I agree with dan i also have used hot sauce on my spinning reel and have yet to have a problem knock on wood

[kslipsinker]

Hot Sauce is the best.

[jig n' jerk]

How do you lube a spinning reel? I'm not sure of the easiest way to make sure the lube gets into the gears and bearings. Do you have to actually take apart the whole reel?

Kurt Joly

[delmuts]

on most spinning rrels; to get to the inside you undo the handle. one side of the reel will have a plte held in place by three or four screws. take the screws out and carefully remove the plate. this opens the entire gearcase/box. then you can clean and or relube the reel.pay attention when you pull it apart, and go slow til you see how everything fits together.