Shimano TLD 25 - How To Fix A Weak Drag: Fishing Reel Repair

Here's a Shimano TLD 25 that came in with weak drag. Here's a few simple ways to improve it. See below for helpful equipment and supply links. If you found this video useful, please show some love by hitting the thumbs up button and consider....

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Get some additional, varying sizes Flathead and Phillips bits while you're at it.

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