Penn Spinfisher 550SSG hard to crank diagnosis and fix: Fishing Reel Repair

Got this Penn 550SSG that was difficult to crank. Here's the diagnosis and fix. 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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The mini screwdriver sets I use spin freely in the palm of my hand, which I prefer for speed.
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I, generally, use a ratcheting, interchangeable regular-sized screwdriver for the initial loosening of screws. Here's a link to the brand I use:
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Get some additional, varying sizes Flathead and Phillips bits while you're at it.

The adjustable wrenches I use (instead of hex nut wrenches) are Husky, but these (with the red insert) work very well... 6-inch will be used the most:
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Paper towels I Use:
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Gloves I use:
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If you prefer to use hex nut wrenches, I'd recommend angled/offset ones, like these:
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or a pass-through socket wrench set, like this:
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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):
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Oils I use:
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Ultrasonic Cleaners. 3 liter or above:
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Small parts mesh basket for ultrasonic cleaner:
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Ultrasonic cleaner additives (use in moderation):
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https://amzn.to/43bYZIY (heavy duty cleaner)
https://amzn.to/440wcZ5 (alcohol)

Workshop Overhead Light:
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