Newbie advice for Newell 440

[Swami805]

Hello, I have 2 Newell 440 that are narrowed to 322 (1 5/8")size one machined from stock Newell parts( thanks Jerry) and one with a tuburon frame and spool. They have 5-1 drag kits. I plan on using 80lb braid and floro for a kelp cutter rig. So what's likely to break?  Is there a gear upgrade I should install? I have a no letter 440 with 2 dogs that I could put in but I read a lot that the single dog isn't likely to fail. Thoughts?  Thanks

[Bryan Young]

The Newell gears are some of the strongest gears available.  You will be just fine with the stock gears.  The reels should be good to go.

[Makule]

Keep the bearings well lubed.

[Swami805]

Thanks, they're ceramic boca bearings. I'm using speed x, I see some are packing  bearings with grease. Should I continue using speed x? I have reel x too and have been using cals grease for all the other parts.
Good to know about the gears, I was thinking I should get a new set  of ss, saved a few bucks, thanks
I've had 3 p series since they were new, I've been selling most of my other reels and buying Newells. One of the few reels I have confidence in cracking open. It's getting addicting.

[Bryan Young]

ReelX is a fine lubricant.  It's not as thick as others, and may wash out easily.  Lube periodically and you'll be fine.