How to Fix Fishing Reels

The fishing reel on your pole is one of the most important parts of the pole. When the reel is not working properly, you will be unable to cast your pole and reel it in. Luckily, you can fix the reel on your pole and avoid the need to buy a new one.

Things You’ll Need:

• Fishing pole


• Degreaser


• WD40


• Lubricant


• Medium bristle brush


• Screwdriver


• Soap


• Cloth


• Compressed air

1. Remove the reel cover and crank from the fishing pole, exposing the reel underneath.


2. Fill a bucket with warm soapy water. You want to use enough soap so the water bubbles slightly.


3. Saturate your cloth in water and use it to wash the entire area of your fishing reel. Sometimes the dirt that builds up on the reel can cause it to stop working properly.


4. Use the bristle brush to lightly scrub the reel. This will help remove any particles that were not removed with the soap and water.


5. Apply a degreaser to the reel and areas around the reel. The degreaser will help remove any leftover buildup on the role.


6. Use warm water to remove the degreaser and loose particles from the fishing reel.


7. Spray compressed air into the areas of the reel that are not visible. The air will remove any build up that cannot be seen.


8. Spray WD40 into the reels ball joints.


9. Apply lubricant to the entire area of the fishing reel. The lubricant will prevent the reel from sticking and allow it to move easily when casting or reeling the line in.