I think I remember, some time ago, someone had a link to step-by-step instructions for cleaning a Shimano reel complete with pictures. I am thinking it was a link to a shop that would actually clean your reels for you if you sent them in, but it basically told you how to do it as well. Am I completely nutso or does this actually exist?

don't know if this is it or not, but these folks know all about Shimano reels.. CLICK..

Bloodydecks.com
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Thanks for that link Kingdad101!

Bassn, Here's a link recently posted showing the exploded view of most reels and more.

http://southwesternparts.com/frames.asp

Thanks for the link Bass Border, I've been looking for the schematics on an abu.
Thanks!

This may be what your looking for.
~WP


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

Is this what you are looking for?

http://heartlandtackleservice.com/shimano.stm

Click on Articles and they have several topics about reel service.

bassntexan. my article "conniek's tips and techniques" is on quite a few sites. or you can purchase my video, that will help you for sure,.

Connie,

Thanks for the post and the tips and techniques part - GREAT information that I have been looking for. I do not use many baitcasters right now, but if I start using them more (like when I get decent at casting them), your video will be on my list.

Here's one with very good pictures. http://www.calfishing.com/freshwater/shimano_curado_maintenance_guide/Servicing_the_CU200B.html