This comes in handy when putting the reel back together because it keeps your loose line from getting caught between the spool and the frame. We use a mixture of water and a small amount of Simple Green and it makes the cleaning process a breeze.īefore you begin, you don’t have to remove your fishing line, just put a piece of electrical tape on the line. We’ve gone to this system because the volume of fishing reels to clean it really helps expedite the process and the investment is minimal if you buy one like this. If you’re really going to be cleaning a lot of reels you can use an ultrasonic cleaner to clean the parts. This reduces the chances of affecting the properties of your line. Be careful not to get any overspray on to your line, unless your cleaning agent is biodegradable. To clean the parts you can use Simple Green or Oxy Clean. The extra flat tip screwdriver is available in the event that the 3 thumbscrews are too tight on the Abu faceplate, but most importantly, for the pawl cover. I use a variety of lubricants but the Abu Garcia brand products work well because they do their job well and can be found at most stores.įrom my screwdriver kit, I only use the 1.4mm flat tip and the #1 Phillips screwdrivers. You can use any reel lube and oil that you prefer. Southwestern Parts and Service is also a great resource for schematics and parts. If you’re not sure what you’re looking for or need a reel schematic most of the Abu Garcia Schematics are available online through Abu Garcia. If you find parts need to be replaced during the cleaning process you can find parts readily available on eBay or even through your local bait and tackle shop. Here’s what you’ll need to get started cleaning your fishing reels. Here’s how to clean and lubricate an Abu Garcia Ambassadeur fishing reel.īig thanks to Steven Gonzales for the assistance with this post! Tools and Supplies Needed Some of the parts may have slight variations but the overall process will be the same.

These basic steps for cleaning and lubricating a fishing reel will work for all baitcast fishing reels. As always, one may find some easier methods, but here’s my method. Here’s a guide to cleaning your fishing reels. If you like to tinker, taking apart an Abu reel is relatively easy, if you keep some key points in mind. If you don’t have the time or the desire to take your catfish reels apart, your local reel repair shop will clean reels for around 20–30 bucks each. Keeping your fishing reels clean and well lubricated assures optimum performance.

The Abu Garcia Ambassadeur fishing reels can cast a mile, as well as haul in monster catfish and they’ll stand up to decades of use and abuse and keep on performing. Abu Garcia Ambassadeur bait cast fishing reels are loved by catfish anglers all across the United States and are hands down the most popular fishing reels for catfish.

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