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[Laidback1]

Welcome you might want to start working on the older reels first to get your feet wet. Less parts normally usually simpler mechanisms to figure out. Also get some decent tools first, good lighting and patience

When you say good tools.  Is there a resource on the site that provides a list of likely needed tools?

[Swami805]

Usually nothing fancy just good quality like screw drivers that fit the screws properly so you're not messing the head up. Slotted, Phillips,(JIS if you're working on JDM reels). Small sockets and wrenches. No need to go hog wild,there's some good threads about tools on here, I not good at links but check it out. 

[Midway Tommy]

Lots of good and varying information in the Tools and Lubricants section. It would be a good idea to review it thoroughly. One of the best advices is to have good screw drivers, usually hollow ground, that fit the screws you are dealing with. That will help keep you from buggering up or mutilating your screw heads.