Reel Repair by Alan Tani

Use a quality synthetic oil like Super Lube, Lucas Reel Oil, TS321, etc. For reels, 3 in 1 is better than WD40, or nothing, but that's about it.

Quote from: Keta on May 31, 2024, 04:22:54 AMI would remove the bottom hook.  The big BFT I got mid month was hooked well with just 2 large hooks on top.  Even a smaller fish can inhale a Eddy Jig.

I already removed the treble as the boat I fish in the spring doesn't like hooks on the bottom.  It was an old pic

Quote from: sabaman1 on May 31, 2024, 02:54:24 AMBill they are mainly used for trolling Rapalas, Nomads, Marauders, Yo zuri bonito also can clip onto tuna feather swivel.

Yeah. I have a bunch of the McMahon clips ( not sure where i got them) but no crimp protectors. Didnt know what they were called so i could order some. Bill

I would remove the bottom hook.  The big BFT I got mid month was hooked well with just 2 large hooks on top.  Even a smaller fish can inhale a Eddy Jig.

Quote from: pjstevko on March 31, 2024, 01:33:55 AM

Quote from: Porthos on March 31, 2024, 01:19:06 AMHave five 16oz and five 20oz cigar trolling sinkers to rig up with rings and assist hooks...

I've bought a bunch of through wired 16oz sinkers to make eddie bombs. I even powder painted a couple black just to see if they'll get bit,  I'm betting they do. 

no eyes?

Got my first order of tungsten jigs in the mail today from Japan.  Waiting on a couple Daiwa TG jigs and I'll be all set for the trip.  Just gotta make some assist hooks for them. 

We're very fortunate to have you here Tony.
All the best, Justin

Few years back I took a little magnet to most of the stainless in my household, nearly ALL of them attracted a magnet.

Fred, I also have a 302 that is missing its bail wire, line roller and line roller retaining nut including the little plate behind the nut if you have this available?

3in1 oil will lose its viscosity after use and is not so good in reels if it gets exposed to moisture. Works great on power tools, fans, vise, socket wrenches, pliers, cutting oil,door hinges and that sort of stuff where its not exposed to moisture. I believe its a type of mineral oil. Originally made of fish and whale oil. TSI 321 is well worth the investment.