Reel Maintenance?

[gupppy]

Originally Posted by wiredantz

I usually end up kayak saltwater fishing every 1-2 weeks. I have a shimano Tor30 reel and a cheap Daiwa reel. When I get home and rinse everything out with my garden hose at home I usually fill a 5 gallon bucket and leave my reels soaked in water overnight. I know my 5 gallon soaking method is probably not the ideal way to be cleaning them. fficeffice" />>>
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What is the proper method of cleaning the reels after each use?>>
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How often should I be opening the reels and cleaning them out? >>

i think alan tani's website is very thorough when it comes how to maintain a reel.
http://alantani.com/