Multipler cleaning

[Robbie_B]

Hi all,
For anyone that uses multiplers, is there a handy way to keep them clean? I'm sure it's just salt build up. Is it ok to run then under tap water after use?

 

[blakdog is back]

Is it ok to run then under tap water after use?

By far and away the best way to keep them clean. Don't pack them away wet though as that will kill em. Rinse (with the drag tightened up) as soon as your home, wipe the worst of the wet off and stand them up somewhere so that they can drain and air-dry. That and regular servicing is all you need ... you really don't need all these space-age coatings and sprays that people get excited about.

 

[JLD]

They don't look like they've received regular servicing but it's never too late to start.

 

[Robbie_B]

To be fair, no, I haven't done any proper servicing at all, it's something I have to really up my game on. Is it hard to do? I look at all the screws and think how will I be able to put it all back together, properly

 

[Mike hemming]

View attachment 78064View attachment 78065Hi all,
For anyone that uses multiplers, is there a handy way to keep them clean? I'm sure it's just salt build up. Is it ok to run then under tap water after use?

That one throw it in the cement mixer bucket of soapy water and a few house bricks let it churn for a few hours

 

[Robbie_B]

That one throw it in the cement mixer bucket of soapy water and a few house bricks let it churn for a few hours

Is it that bad?

 

[Topwater]

Definitely rinse and dry as the very minimum immediately after every trip. Dont put it off! Personally I like to 'service' reels straight out of the box from new so I know they're off to a good start. I also like a thin coat of ACF50 applied with a cloth....a pennies worth of prevention etc etc. The Fathoms do seem to be a bit prone to corrosion....what do you say Russ?

 

[Mike hemming]

Is it that bad?

10+

 

[Robbie_B]

10+

Can it be saved?

 

[Mushty]

Wants a good soak in warm soapy water and a good scrub with a toothbrush!
Then commence as per @blackdog mentioned

 

[Mushty]

I would also remove the side plate from the none drive side and remove the spool and drop a bit of oil (rocket fuel) in the drive side and bearings at a minimum

 

[Robbie_B]

Which one of the oils? Does it matter?

 

[Kine262]

Which one of the oils? Does it matter?

It's not that bad Robbie. Not great but I've seen far worse. I wouldn't soak it in a bucket, as some have advised as it could then be a bit of a problem drying it off without complete strip down. The toothbrush idea with a bit of warm soapy water to clean off the worst, then a cloth dipped in a light oil to wipe over the corrosion before polishing off will make a big difference. Servicing reels by stripping down can be fairly simple if you are just taking the side plates off and the spool out, with a wipe and a spot of oil into the bearings. If you are more confident then the bearings can be removed and cleaned in lighter fuel before allowing to dry and replace, with a drop or two of oil. (Some reels come with a bit of oil, or you can get various thicknesses off the internet.) Don't use oil that is too thick or it will drastically slow down the spool. Rocket Fuel oil seems popular.
If you are super confident or a reel repair genius like Blakdog (blakdog is back)then you might want to do the occasional full strip down, but it isn't really needed unless you have a problem with the reel.

Follow Blakdog's advice about washing off with clean water at the end of every session and it should prevent any future problems.

 

[Kine262]

TG Rocket Fuel Reel Oil - Veals Mail Order

High performance reel oil Formulated to give maximum control and maximum distance Does not emulsify like standard oils. The Viscosity changes during the cast - Maximum at the start to tame fast acceleration - Reduces as the spool slows to reduce drag and increase distance Maintains performance...

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[blakdog is back]

The Fathoms do seem to be a bit prone to corrosion....what do you say Russ?

Not particularly if you follow my previous post. No worse than any other painted reel.

 

[Robbie_B]

Guys, thanks very much for all the help and information, I really appreciate it.

 

[Topwater]

Not particularly if you follow my previous post. No worse than any other painted re

just my gang and their lack of maintenance though a couple have mentioned they thought the Fathom mk1 was more fragile than more recent purchases. Many of them store made up rods in their boats between sessions and I've that rusting hooks have been clipped into/around reel frames....

I don't own Fathom 1s, I still use original 525s. Why change when they still go on strong?

 

[Mike hemming]

Not particularly if you follow my previous post. No worse than any other painted reel.

Still got my mk 1s use em all the time like new they are and they got russ’s mag on them very very nice reels

Guys, thanks very much for all the help and information, I really appreciate it.

send it to blakdog and get it sorted out properly, and find a mate to show you how to service it regularly, by the look of it it’ll need a new cage and a few bits wouldn’t surprise me if the screws are corroded into the cage , lesson learned look after your reels and they’ll last years ‘ but if in doubt sling it

 

[Topwater]

Oops that's gone a bit weird