Shimano Reels

[bullfrog]

I have just bought a couple of Shimano reels and in their recommended maintenance sheet which was enclosed in the box, they say I should 'Spray with a water displacing lubricant'. This I would assume to be a product such as WD 40.

I remember reading somewhere (I think it was this site but I couldn't find it on a search) that WD 40 on reels was a BIG no-no as it could cause serious damage.

Can anyone remember this discussion or can offer any thoughts on using WD 40 on reels?

Cheers,

Edited December 13, 2006 by bullfrog

[Guest Big-Banana]

I don't use WD40, I give them a spray of Inox every know and then.

[namesay]

Don't spray the reel as these things can dissolve the oils and grease in the reels. Just get a cloth and spray the cloth to wipe it over the reel. WD 40 can eat into plastics but INOX is safer. Cheers Kelvin

[Hooky.]

I spray all my reels with Lanox.

[netic]

I use Reel Salt-X......its not lubracant product but more a salt water protectent....great stuff

[Guest DV8]

I try not to use WD 40 on anything. It just dries everything out. it tends to dissolve grease, evaporate, and take everything with it.

Davo

[Guest rzep]

I use Inox myself and have not had a problem with it.