Shimano TLD 25 Hard To Crank At Strike. Problem diagnosis & fix: Fishing Reel Repair

This was one of the special requests from the reels that came in this week. This Shimano TLD 25 could give you a serious workout just by cranking that 200-yard troll back in. Here's the reason why, and the solution that gets you back to enjoying this classic workhorse. 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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Shimano TLD25 Reels For Sale on eBay:
https://ebay.us/ND4GHc

Shimano TLD25 Reels For Sale on Amazon:
https://amzn.to/47eGHK2

The mini screwdriver sets I use spin freely in the palm of my hand, which I prefer for speed.
MINI SCREWDRIVER SET (eBay)
https://ebay.us/QbICC9 (Spinning - Option A)
https://ebay.us/STpQDI (Spinning - Option B)
https://ebay.us/xvTFRx (Non Spinning)

MINI SCREWDRIVER SET (Amazon)
https://amzn.to/3r8NdBF (Spinning - Option A)
https://amzn.to/43ZpJ0g (Spinning - Option B)
https://amzn.to/437CsN8 (Non Spinning)

See my community page for links to parts suppliers:
https://www.youtube.com/@TSGReelServi...

I, generally, use a ratcheting, interchangeable regular-sized screwdriver for the initial loosening of screws. Here's a link to the brand I use:
https://amzn.to/440Bwvb
Get some additional, varying sizes Flathead and Phillips bits while you're at it.

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Conventional reel handle nut wrench:
https://ebay.us/dRj9MZ

Reel grease I use:
https://ebay.us/AtmVUv (eBay)
https://amzn.to/46p4p66 (Amazon)

Drag grease I use (brown for warm weather, purple for cold):
https://ebay.us/WU7NOh

Oils I use:
https://ebay.us/RLtGzV (eBay)
https://amzn.to/3PubkVA (Amazon)
https://ebay.us/I3NXpx (eBay)
https://amzn.to/44kjdkz (Amazon)

Stainless Steel bearing cleaner:
https://ebay.us/hwU2YS (eBay - the red one)
https://amzn.to/4467s1q (Amazon)

Ultrasonic Cleaners. 3 liter or above:
https://ebay.us/olT4J6 (eBay)
https://amzn.to/3NusJuD (Amazon)

Small parts mesh basket for ultrasonic cleaner:
https://ebay.us/cmvoe8 (eBay)
https://amzn.to/3NuycBM (Amazon)

Ultrasonic cleaner additives (use in moderation):
https://amzn.to/444EaQG (dish liquid)
https://amzn.to/43bYZIY (heavy duty cleaner)
https://amzn.to/440wcZ5 (alcohol)

One of the bearing greasers I use... contact Alan directly (non-affiliate link):
https://alantani.com/index.php?topic=...

Workshop Overhead Light:
https://amzn.to/44fxbo0 (Amazon)

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