Fishing Reel Oiling

Fishing Reel Oiling - What's the Process? [Step-by-Step Guide]

Fishing reels exist in numerous forms and sizes, but, they all have something in common, and that is they have to be maintained periodically to ensure optimal performance.

In this maintenance process, lubricating portions of the reel is vital, to maintain smooth operation of all moving parts, and to safeguard them.

To properly oil the reel, it is necessary to disassemble it using some simple hand tools. After that, all of the parts must be cleaned to remove any dirt or corrosion, and any damaged parts must be replaced. Anglers must use the proper oils and greases on the various reel components when performing this task.

This chore may appear simple, but for a fishing beginner, it might be extremely hard. Not all oils and greases can be used in reels.

As such, if you're a newbie and you're not sure how to properly ogle your reel, learn how to do it properly and do it on your reel carefully.

Here, I'll go over everything you need to know about lubricating a fishing reel, including how often you should do it as well as what kind of oil to use.

Do I Need to [Should I] Oil my Fishing Reel?

Is it necessary to grease my fishing reel, as many anglers inquire?

You should, without a doubt. Some types need even be oiled after you buy them, before the first usage, because sometimes reels come with insufficient amount of oil.

Reels are made from various parts, and the most significant ones are the moving ones.

Oil is used to keep moving parts cool and friction-free, as well as to prevent them from corrosion. Some oils have anti-corrosion characteristics, therefore utilising those is advantageous.

Of course, before oiling it, you have to clean it completely. To make matters worse, adding oils to dirt or any other residue can result in little dirt particles rubbing against reel parts every time you use it.

When cleaning the reel, avoid using aggressive chemicals or detergents. Just to be sure, you can acquire specific reel products. These may be a bit more expensive, but they will not damage the reel. There are various kinds of information online, and some of them are just inaccurate. Be careful with that.

Exactly how often should I lubricate my fishing gear?

Before understanding how to use fishing reel oil, you should know how often to do it. There is no universal answer to this issue, and it much depends on how often you use it.

An annual deep cleaning is recommended in addition to routine cleaning after each use. Of course, when you disassemble the reel, you should oil and lubricate the parts also.

Recreational fisherman can do this once or twice a year. Of course, professionals will do this more frequently, but I'm assuming they're well-versed in the subject.

If you're a weekend or vacation fisherman, you're putting far less strain on your reel than a professional. If you are one of those anglers that most often fish like this during warmer portions of the year and on vacation, doing it once a year is sufficient.

Those who are fishing year-round should do it twice a year. Of course, many fishermen have multiple reels, so you may oil the one you are using the most more regularly than reels you are using just occasionally.

There is one “rule” you should follow, and that is frequent oiling. Do not wait for the reel to start showing signs of oil missing, because it will greatly limit its lifespan.

There are many who say they do it every month, but if you don't go fishing very often, you don't need to.

What Can I Use to Oil my Fishing Reel?

Many anglers are curious as to what kind of oil they should use on their fishing reels. There is an abundance of information available on the internet, but not all of it is reliable.

You can probably grease it with anything once or twice, but you are doing more harm than good in the long run.

I always advocate using reel friendly materials for oiling, as well as for cleaning. These oils may cost a bit more, but look at it as an investment. You wouldn’t put any form of oil in your automobile, so just retain the same principles with your reels.

There are several brands accessible, and all those are produced with specified density, anti-corrosion qualities, and other elements that are there to assure maximum reel performance.

The oils used on one reel section cannot be used on another. Oils have diverse physical qualities and denser oils, notably grease, stay in place longer and reduce friction more. The difference between the solid state of grease and the liquid state of oil can be seen even at ambient temperature. Grease partially works as a sealant too. Oil is helpful for any fast-moving parts that are not under so much stress.

Seek out a high-quality lubricant that has excellent thermal stability, anti-corrosion qualities, and water resistance. This, along with optimum density, make these specialty goods different from conventional lubricants. Also, avoid silicon-based grease for reels. Avoid those containing TFE because it will solidify within the reel.

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