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Title: Roller tip care?
Post by: ScottOz on October 25, 2016, 07:44:26 AM
Hey Guy's,
                My new 37kg rod has a roller tip.First rod I have owned that has had one.Just wondering what care and maintenance it needs.Thinking grease screw threads and cx on shaft should do.Thoughts?.
Cheers Scott.
Title: Re: Roller tip care?
Post by: RowdyW on October 25, 2016, 10:05:53 AM
No grease! Use oil on roller shaft, like 321 or similar. Grease will keep any dirt or sand in like a magnet.        RUDY
Title: Re: Roller tip care?
Post by: Swami805 on October 25, 2016, 11:35:25 AM
If it's an Aftco roller it has a teflon sleeve between the screw and the wheel so it doesn't need oil but it wouldn't hurt it. If you take it apart use a little locktite so the screw doesn't back out. It good rinse with fresh water after each trip should be all you need.
Title: Re: Roller tip care?
Post by: ScottOz on October 25, 2016, 07:08:22 PM
Ok.Not sure what roller brand is.Will take apart and see.Thanks
Title: Re: Roller tip care?
Post by: ScottOz on October 25, 2016, 07:09:35 PM
Ok.Will take apart and see.Thanks
Title: Re: Roller tip care?
Post by: fishgrain on October 25, 2016, 09:37:15 PM
Aftco recommends =>

https://aftco.com/pages/faq

scroll down to


"how do i maintain my roller guides?"
Title: Re: Roller tip care?
Post by: FatTuna on October 25, 2016, 11:49:09 PM
I tested grease vs oil. A little bit of ReelX works the best in my opinion. Makes the rollers super smooth. They definitely need some kind of lubrication. Otherwise they eventually will start to seize up and squeal loudly.
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