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RE: team daiwa sol

sar — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:46:14 GMT

I do not do take down reels as in my previous post on a regular basis. If you have a need to do that then these are good basic instructions.

Spinning reels seem to need less maintenance then a baitcaster used in saltwater.

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irl jeff — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:31:04 GMT

don't u think thats alot for reel maintnance? i would do that, but only if i notice the reel is not functioning properly, not after each trip

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flatsangler — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:19:00 GMT

holy cow i just learned so much reading that review about the daiwa capricorn

thx so much:w00t:

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sar — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 11:18:33 GMT

Here are some good sites to help with maintenance:

http://fish.shimano.com/publish/content/global_fish/en/us/index/customer_service0/reel_maintenance_instructions.html

http://www.tackletour.com/menumaintenance.html

http://www.scsurffishing.com/articles/reelmaintenance.htm

http://www.scsurffishing.com/articles/reelmaintenance2.htm

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flatsangler — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 10:59:55 GMT

alright this might sound alittle stupid .:blink:but i dont think i have ever cleaned my reels properly ,how exactly is it done,where does the grease go and where does the oil go.and if i take off side plate to clean do i rub all the old crap off and then redo it or what.

thx.:blink:

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sar — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 08:42:33 GMT

I also have a Tierra and a new model Shimano Stradic 3000 FI. They are all good reels. I don't wash them in a lot of water but more like just lightly wash off the salt and wipe them down.

The line roller on the SOL or Tierra should be greased once in a while to keep it quiet. I also do the same on the Stradic. I use Super Lube grease. Once in a while I also clean my braided line by taking it off the spool and winding it back on while holding it between a rag with a 303 protectant. I know even fly fisherman do that.

http://www.303products.com/tech/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=428

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captnkyle — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 05:10:37 GMT

when i yak fish and wade i come home wash my reels off and then spray salt-x on them it works for me

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Angler Systems — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:49:08 GMT

[quote][b]sar (8/7/2008)[/b][hr]I have a SOL 3000 spinning reel. It got dunked in the salt water and I thought it would be junk if not cleaned out. I took it completely apart and there was not a drop of water inside. I relubed it and put is back together and it works great.[/quote]

Very cool. Daiwa seems to make a nice product from the Tierra thru the SOL. I'll either be getting a Daiwa Advantage or SOL for my next reel.

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flatsangler — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 07:53:59 GMT

awesome thx for tht bit of info.:)

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sar — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:01:18 GMT

I have a SOL 3000 spinning reel. It got dunked in the salt water and I thought it would be junk if not cleaned out. I took it completely apart and there was not a drop of water inside. I relubed it and put is back together and it works great.

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flatsangler — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:51:20 GMT

true besides maybe a van staal.
i have one and i dunk daily and have had no problems with it , but it was $620 dolars:crazy:

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ontopontap — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:33:58 GMT

IMO you dunk your reel one time and you better get it cleaned up. I have learned that lesson! You pay way too much money for reels that are suppose to last you a lifetime. But I don't anything built nowadays last a "lifetime"....

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flatsangler — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:14:20 GMT

thx for all ur responses.:)

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spyder — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 04:22:59 GMT

[quote][b]Angler Systems (8/4/2008)[/b][hr][quote][b]flatsangler (8/4/2008)[/b][hr]around $200:unsure:[/quote]

Yea that's what I figured. ;)

The general thought pattern seems to be that you get a "better" deal on ebay. However, most times when it comes to fishing tackle that just is not the case. If you'd shop around many online tackle retailers have discounts that far exceed ebay when you take into consideration shipping and most of these retailers will provide excellent service after the sale.

BTW, I could have sold you the same reel for $179.96 ($199.95 less 10%) including free shipping and I would have had it to you in 2 or 3 days. Plus, I'd be there after the sale to personally answer all of your questions....

Any how, you purchased a sweet reel and best of luck with it.

Jeff[/quote]

I would have to agree with Angler systems on this one. I dont think ebay is the best place to buy new gear. Thats just my opinion.

With that being said I dont think you will notice much difference between 8 and 10# braid on your reel.

I have never owned a Sol but have been told they are nice reels.

As far as holding up to dunking? I dont think any reel is going to hold up to dunkings if not properly serviced after the fact.

Again just my opinion.

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Angler Systems — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:54:17 GMT

[quote][b]flatsangler (8/4/2008)[/b][hr]around $200:unsure:[/quote]

Yea that's what I figured. ;)

Any how, you purchased a sweet reel and best of luck with it.

Jeff

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flatsangler — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 10:36:39 GMT

around $200:unsure:

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Angler Systems — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 09:00:11 GMT

[quote][b]flatsangler (8/3/2008)[/b][hr]y?????????

its new in box not used.[/quote]

What did you pay, including shipping?

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flatsangler — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 07:10:24 GMT

thx:)

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ejchastain — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:35:55 GMT

diawa make the smoothest reels and they hold up well, the sol is saltwater safe it says so on diawa's website and it has to hold up better than shimano reels at least diawa uses all metal internal parts unlike shimano that uses plastic gears and plastic parts. as for line as long as your using the 2000 size or larger you could use line up to 12 pound mono diam or smaller the smaller the better it cast the only thing is anything smaller than 4 pound diam mono will get wind knots and wrap around the rod tip and in wind it becomes a real pain in the neck i stick with 15 pound pp or larger ive been using stren microfuse and love it i use it in 10 pound test it cast well and i have no problem with tip wrap or wind knots and it is a lot clearer than pp or other briaded line has a blue tint so at night it glows blue i can see it during the day or night and the fish dont see it well best of both worlds plus it matches my quantum cabo rod and reels not that matters but it looks nice like it was made for each other.

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flatsangler — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:30:39 GMT

y?????????

its new in box not used.

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Angler Systems — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 17:48:29 GMT

Since you purchased it off ebay, I can't answer any questions.... sorry.

team daiwa sol

flatsangler — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 09:18:08 GMT

i just bought one and was wondering if it could hold up to yak fishing conditions.such as salt spray and an occasional dunk.

also has any one had one for a couple of years if so has it held up well.
and how often do u give it a good cleaning.

also i have some 8lb power pro and 10lb power pro what will be best for this reel opinions appreciated.

last question has any1 had any problems with line twist.:)