plaicemat Posted February 4, 2017 Report Share Posted February 4, 2017 Right chaps, I need some help with reel maintenance. I know we have a reel meister in the club for servicing etc but, as I live in Oxfordshire, it is not really a practical option although I have used him in the past and a very good service he provided. So, I'm going to have a go at servicing my reels and, being an engineer, feel I should be able to make a decent fist of it. The only trouble is, I'm having trouble sourcing a decent grease like Penn Precision in the UK. Plenty of offers from the USA, Poland, et al but the postage kills it. I can get little tiny tubes but what I want is a tub as I have quite a few reels to do. Anybody got a source? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reel Wizzard Posted February 4, 2017 Report Share Posted February 4, 2017 Hi Terry I use corrosion Block grease and oil. You can send off for it from Sea Start in Southampton or other wise have a look on Ebay. if not just make sure you use a marine type grease, most will do the job altough some are very thick. Stuie and Jim 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaicemat Posted February 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2017 Thanks for the input, I have tried ebay but they are either abroad and want about £14 postage for a £5 tub of grease or they only have small tubes. As I will be going to the States again before too long, I think I'll leave it until then and make do with your suggestion until then. I'm sure it makes no difference but I will feel better using the recommended stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted February 4, 2017 Report Share Posted February 4, 2017 Is this the stuff? £2.75 postage or collect from Argos. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ACF50-Corrosion-Block-Grease-16oz-454gr-/290783796520?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368 Steve S and Reel Wizzard 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S Posted February 4, 2017 Report Share Posted February 4, 2017 I've used that corrosion block works well, big tub lasts a very long time. I use Reelx oil. Reel Wizzard 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reel Wizzard Posted February 4, 2017 Report Share Posted February 4, 2017 Is this the stuff? £2.75 postage or collect from Argos. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ACF50-Corrosion-Block-Grease-16oz-454gr-/290783796520?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368 yes that is it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reel Wizzard Posted February 4, 2017 Report Share Posted February 4, 2017 I've used that corrosion block works well, big tub lasts a very long time. I use Reelx oil. i also use Reel X, normally get people to get for me when they go to the states, it has got very expensive now. The corrosion block oil is really good. What ever do not use 3 in 1 oil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaicemat Posted February 4, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2017 I've ordered the Corrosion Block, now just need oil. Thanks for the help. Reel Wizzard 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaicemat Posted February 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2017 Just saying, 8 reels serviced, one needs further surgery, very pleased with the result and all as smooth as silk. Thanks guys for your advice. Stuie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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