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To order from this page just make your selections and click on the "Add to Cart" button or the  "Buy" link. If you run into difficulties please make use of our toll-free line and give us a call. Our phone numbers, fax and email addresses are posted  at the bottom of this page.  

Upon placing  your order you'll receive an immediate confirmation via email. You are not billed at that time. We process orders manually, preferring to have a human actually check things over and contact you should there be questions. Within 24 hours of placing your order you will receive a follow-up email confirmation and final invoice reflecting your total charges (Monday-Friday). You are not billed until we actually send you your final invoice.  Orders shipped to CA addresses will have California Sales Taxes applied, out of state orders are tax free. Orders over $100 are shipped FREE!* Orders less than $100 are billed $8.50 for shipping. During the ordering process you can select expedited shipping if required. (Within the USA via UPS ground. International, and oversize/weight items will be billed for shipping and you will be sent an emailed invoice reflecting total charges prior to actual billing. We will not ship without you having had a chance to review the invoice).

Maintenance Products Page

Cal's Drag-plates and High Temperature Grease
Smooth Drags and Bearings
Penn's X1R Lube and Maintenance products
Corrosion X and Reel X
Salt Away

Reel Schematic
New DVD!

This is one for the guys doing their own reel work, and something to be appreciated. The Reel Schematic DVD contains over 7,860 fishing reel schematics and 1,912 manuals. If you work on reels, have a collection of pieces in or out of production, you'll want this DVD! This collection is internationally recognized as the SINGLE largest fishing reel schematic collection ever to have been released. It took literally years to complie data on reels dating back all the way to 1933! That explains why this DVD is the only one of it's kind to be held in the IGFA Hall of Fame and Museum. Search, View and Print, it's that easy to have the information you need right in front of you as you do your maintenance work.

Abu-Garcia Accurate Alutecnos
Antal Avet Browning
Daiwa Dam Quick Everol
Finnor Hardy Lews
Mitchell Okuma Penn
Pinnacle Precision Auto Pro Gear
Rapala Scientific Anglers Qualia
Shakespeare Zebco shimano
Quantum   and more...
     

As a bonus, manuals and guides on Garmin, Humminbird, Furuno, Cannon, MinnKota, Motorguide, Yamaha and others are included on this Mega DVD.

Buy Description Price
Reel Schematic DVD $39.99

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Cal's Speedshop Accessories

Cal's is well known for their conversions and blueprinting of Penn reels.  They also have a couple other items of interest, their Universal Reel and Star Drag Grease and heavy duty drag plates for shimano Trinidad and Torium reels. The grease is capable of handling heavy use, high temperatures, and extended fights from big time fish.  The drag plates offer extended pressure, and smoother application of that pressure.  CharkBait is proud to be the first Internet source for these excellent additions to your reels.

 

Buy Description Price
Cals Universal Grease 1 oz $6.99
Cals Universal Grease 16 oz $29.00
Cals Drive Plate Trinidad Torium 16 20 30* $18.00
Cals Drive Plate Trinidad 40 50* $18.00


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*Frankly, the drags on the shimano Trinidad and Torium reels are suspect at best. For smaller fish, they're adequate. But for larger fish capable of harder pulls, they fade too quickly and just don't put out consistent pressure over en extended fight. So, Cal's made a better drag plate, and with the use of Xtreme or Carbontex drags from Smooth Drag these reels can be made to perform MUCH better. Of course the folks at shimano don't recognize any deficiency with their product and they'll play games with you if you send in a reel that's been enhanced. But, for guys in the know this upgrade is VERY common practice, and makes their reels much better performers. It's kind of sad that it's necessary, especially on a $400 reel, but that's shimano for you.

 

 
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Drags

drags-r-us? peengear.jpg (12372 bytes)If you fish a lot, you probably should replace your drags regularly, before they fail. If you fish for bigger game, sharks, long range, take care of this essential maintenance before your next trip. Undertaking the job of replacing drags isn't all that tough to do. I'd suggest simply buying the parts and breaking out the old screwdriver. There's a brief article you can read to gain confidence on the Fishermen's Journal section of this website. If you still aren't' too comfortable performing the surgery we can do the work for you. Send an e-mail if you would like us to perform maintenance on your reel. Otherwise, here are the essentials:



We carry both Penn and Smooth Drags, and also stock a limited assortment of Penn parts.  Should you need a replacement part for your reel, from drags to gears, we're happy to help. We stock a wide assortment of Smooth Drags, for an application guide please check Smooth Drag's website.

 

 

 

 
PENN WASHERS
Smoothies for PENN Reels
Smoothies for Penn #500 4/ea $3.00
Smoothies for Penn #140 4/ea $3.00
Smoothies for Penn #155 4/ea $3.00
Smoothies for Penn #113H - thin 6/ea $5.50
Smoothies for Penn #114H - thin 6/ea $6.00
Smoothies for Penn #113H - thick 4/ea $6.00
     
Smoothies for Penn #113 (black sideplates) 4/ea $6.00
     
Smoothies for Penn #349H 4/ea $6.00
Smoothies for Penn #10/0-12/0 5/ea $12.50
Smoothies for Penn #14/0-16/0 5/ea $15.00
Smoothies for Penn #49 (535, 545, 555GS) 4/ea $3.50

METAL WASHERS
METAL Washer Sets
Stainless Steel Ground FLAT and polished Smoooth
Smooth Drag Penn Metal Washers #500
set of 3
$7.00
Smooth Drag Penn Metal Washers #140
set of 3
$7.00
Smooth Drag Penn Metal Washers #113 thin
set of 5
$14.00
Smooth Drag Penn Metal Washers #114 thin
set of 5
$16.00
Smooth Drag Penn Metal Washers #113 thick
set of 3
$9.00
Smooth Drag Penn Metal Washers #114 thick
set of 3
$10.00
Smooth Drag Penn Metal Washers #349H thin
set of 3
$13.50
Smooth Drag metal washers for Abu #5500CA
(fits reels using drag 20907)
$7.00
Smooth Drag metal washers for Shimano
CT200 and 250 set of 1
$2.70
 
International Stainless Plates
Ground FLAT and polished Smooooth
Super Smoothie for Penn Intl Stainless Plates
12T and 12H
$8.00
Super Smoothie for Penn Intl Stainless Plates
50SW and 50S
$16.00
Super Smoothie for Penn Intl Stainless Plates
80 series -all
$24.00
Smoothies for PENN Spinners
Smoothies for Penn Spinners SS4200 set of 1 $2.00
Smoothies for Penn Spinners SS4300 set of 1 $2.00
Smoothies for Penn Spinners SS4400 set of 1 $2.00
Smoothies for Penn Spinners SS4500 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Penn Spinners SS5500 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Penn Spinners SS6500 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Penn Spinners SS7500 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Penn Spinners SS8500 set of 3 $2.50
Stainless Steel YOKE
Smooth Drag Stainless Steel Yoke #500 $4.00
Smooth Drag Stainless Steel Yoke #113H $4.00
Smooth Drag Stainless Steel Yoke #114 $4.50
Smoothies for PENN GTI Level Wind
Smooth Drags Smoothies Penn 310 GTI set of 6 $3.50
Smooth Drags Smoothies Penn 320 and 320 GTI
set of 6
$5.50
Smooth Drags Smoothies Penn 340 and 345 GTI
set of 6
$5.50
Smoothies for DAIWA Reels
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #27 set of 4 $3.50
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #30H set of 4 $3.50
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #50Hset of 4 $3.50
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #400H set of 4 $5.00
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #600H set of 4 $6.00
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #900H set of 4 $7.50
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #SL20 and 30SH
set of 4
$4.00
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #SL50SH
set of 6
$6.50
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #SLX40
and 50 HV and HC
$5.50
Smooth Drags Smoothies Daiwa #SG27 and 47 LC $5.50

Smooth Drag Stainless Steel and Ceramic Bearings
Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
fits Newell 200, 300, 400's
500 4.6:1 and 500 5.5:1 #
 2 ea .185x.375x.125"
$10.00
     
Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
for Newell 500 3.2:1 and 600's
fits Penn 525 Mag, 975,
Pro Gear 440, 445, 541,545
2 ea. .185x.375x.125"
$10.50
     
Ceramic Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
for Newell 200, 300, 400's
500 4.6:1 and 500 5.5:1
$19.00
Ceramic Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
for Newell 500 3.2:1 and 600's
fits Penn 525 Mag, 975,
Pro Gear 440, 445, 541,545
$19.00
     
Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
fits shimano trinidad 12, 14, 16, 20 30 Torrium, TLD 15/30 & 20/40 Star
i ea. 6x12x4x& 4x14x5 mm
$12.99
Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
for shimano trinidad 40 & 50
1 ea. 6x13x5 & 7x14x5 mm
$12.99
Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
fits shimano TLD 5 & 10
i ea. 7x17x5 & 5x11x4 mm
$14.99
Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
for shimano TLD 15, 20 & 25 single speeds
1 ea. 7x17x5 & 6x12x4 mm
$14.99
Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
fits shimano TLD 20 & 30 2-speeds,
torsa 16N, 16, 20 & 30
i ea. 7x17x5 & 7x14x5 mm
$14.99
Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
for shimano TLD 50II & 50 LRS
1 ea. 8x19x6 & 8x16x5 mm
$16.99
     
Ceramic Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
for Daiwa Saltiga and Saltist
a ea. 4x11x4 & 7x14x5
$12.99
Ceramic Abec 5 Oiled Bearing Set (2)
for Daiwa SLX 40 & 50 Grandwave Z and X
1 ea 4x11x4 & 7x14x5
$12.99
 
Smoothies for ABU Reels
Smoothies for Penn #49 (535, 545, 555GS) 4/ea $3.50
Smoothies for Abu #053 2/ea $2.00
Smoothies for Abu #053A large 2/ea $2.00
Smoothies for Abu #079 2/ea $2.00
Smoothies for Abu #271 2/ea $2.00
Smoothies for Abu #7000C 5/ea $5.00
Smoothies for Abu #5500CA (Abu part #20907) 4/ea $5.00
Smoothies For DAIWA Spinners
Smoothies for Daiwa Spinners #6-B36-0204 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Daiwa Spinners #6-373-3712 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Daiwa Spinners #6-E13-6001 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Daiwa Spinners #6-375-5902 set of 1 $1.00
Smoothies for Daiwa Spinners #6-373-3701 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Daiwa Spinners #6-375-7802 set of 3 $2.50
Smoothies for Daiwa Spinners #6-372-6504 set of 3 $2.50
New ............ Xtreme Smoothies
Xtreme Smoothies for Penn #500 set of 4
(also fits Newell 200/300 series)
$8.50
Xtreme Smoothies for Penn #955 & 965
set of 4
$8.50
Xtreme Smoothies for Penn #975 & 975CS
set of 4
$8.50
Xtreme Smoothies for Daiwa #SL20 and SL30
set of 3
$9.00
Xtreme Smoothies for Daiwa #SL50SH
set of 5
$12.00
Xtreme Smoothies for Newell #500 Series
set of 3
$11.00
Xtreme Smoothies for Newell #600 Series
set of 5
$14.00
Xtreme Smoothies for Abu #5500CA Series
set of 4 (abu part#20907)
$6.50
Xtreme Smoothies for Abu #7000C Series
set of 5
$8.50
Xtreme Smoothies for Shimano CT100
set of 2
$4.50
Xtreme Smoothies for Shimano CT200
set of 2
$4.50
Xtreme Smoothies for Shimano CT400
set of 4
$8.50
Xtreme Smoothies for Shimano CT50
set of 2
$4.00
Xtreme Smoothies for Shimano CT700
set of 4
$9.00
Xtreme Smoothies for Shimano Trinidad 12/14
set of 4
$13.00
Xtreme Smoothies for Shimano Trinidad 16/20/30
set of 4
$13.00
Xtreme Smoothies for Shimano Trinidad 40/50
set of 4
$20.00

 

New ............ Carbontex

Carbon Fiber Drags! The Carbontex drags can be used "dry or wet" and
 have become the most popular enhancements we offer for extending
drag capability on reels.

Smooth Drag Carbontex Abu 5500 - abu20907 $9.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Abu 7000 $10.50
Smooth Drag Carbontex Calcutta 200 $6.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Calcutta 300/400 $9.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Calcutta 700 $10.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Saltiga 15, 20, 30 washer $20.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Saltiga 30T, 40, 50 washer $20.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Saltist $20.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Sealine & Grandwave X Z 20 & 30 (40&50 SHW, SHV, SHA) $20.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Sealine & Grandwave X Z 40 & 50
(SLX, SHA, SHV, SHVK, HW)
$20.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Saltiga Spinner 3 washer $9.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Saltiga Spinner 5 washer $15.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Baitcasters 3 washer $10.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Millionaire 3 washer $10.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Daiwa Millionaire 5 washer $16.60
Smooth Drag Carbontex Newell 500 series $11.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Penn 500 and Newell 200, 300, 400 series $11.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Newell 600 series $17.50
Smooth Drag Carbontex Shimano TLD 5 & 10 $18.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Shimano TLD 15 $18.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Shimano TLD 20 & 25 Single Speed $18.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Shimano Calcutta 200 $9.00
Smooth Drag Carbontex Trinidad Torium 16, 20, 30 $18.00

 

 

RZ-3 Composite
Smooth Drags RZ-3 composite for
Pro Gear Wahoo and Tuna Special - set of 3
$10.00
 

 


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*Penn 500 fits Pro Gear 250 & 251 and Newell 200, 300 and 400 series.
Penn 113H Thick fits Pro Gear 440, 454, 541 and 545.

 

PENN DRAGS AND PARTS
Penn Kit for 500, includes both fiber and metal parts for rebuilding your drag @ $8.79
          
(also serves Newell 200/300 Series reels)
Kit for 113, includes both fiber and metal parts for rebuilding your drag @$9.36
Kit for 114, includes both fiber and metal parts for rebuilding your drag @ $10.08
Drags only for GS series - 525/535/545/555, includes fiber HT100 only for rebuilding your drag @ $6.08/3


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We also stock Newell high speed gear conversions for Penn Jigmaster reels.  You'll like the high speed gears, they will help you get the attention of yellowtail and other gamefish that like a little speed with their meals. The gear will NOT work on left handed reels.

Buy Description Price
Newell High Speed 5 to 1 Gears for Penn Jigmaster Reels $29.95
Newell High Speed 4 to 1 Gears for Penn 4/0 Reels $35.88

 

Maintenance Products & Corrosion Protection

PENN/X-1R Rod & Reel Cleaner with IR39 Corrosion Inhibitors-

PENN Rod & Reel Cleaner with IR39 Corrosion Inhibitors is a superior cleaner and rust inhibitor for use with all fishing tackle.  Use PENN Cleaner & Corrosion inhibitor to remove build-up on all internal parts of your reel while doing scheduled preventive maintenance.  Refer to your owner’s manual.  Spray on all type of rods, reels and lines then lightly wipe down after returning from your trip to help prevent moisture and salt build-up that can be a major cause of corrosion.  PENN Cleaner & Corrosion Inhibitor will have no adverse effects on line and/or composite material on your equipment.  Use PENN Cleaner & Corrosion Inhibitor on most Marine equipment including:  Motors, Downriggers, Winches, Pulleys, Trailers and anything that might rust due to exposure to everyday environmental/weather conditions.

 

 

Benefits:

• Cleans Internal & External Reel Parts

• Helps Prevent Salt Build-Up

• Helps Prevent Corrosion

• Helps Repel Water

• Safe On All Metal & Composite Parts

• Safe On Lines & All Type Rods

 

Available Sizes:

12 oz. Spray Bottle, 4 oz. Spray Bottle,

PENN/X-1R Synthetic Reel Oil-

Due to the harsh marine environment today, preventive maintenance is a must!  With anglers in mind, PENN Synthetic Reel Oil was developed to assure optimum lubrication protection against corrosion and rust, offering smoother operation, extending superior results for longer casting and smoother retrieval.  PENN products are endorsed by both Saltwater and Freshwater guides. 

Text Box: Applications:
• Worm Gears
• Ball Bearings
• Spool Shafts
• Rotor Pins & Springs
• Crank Shafts
• Oscillating Plates

 

 

 

 


 

Benefits:

• Longer Cast

• Protection Against Rust & Corrosion

• Cleans & Lubricates

• Smoother Operation

• Extended Reel Life

 

Available Sizes:

2 oz. Bottle, 4 oz. Bottle,

 

PENN/X-1R Precision Reel Grease-

PENN Precision Reel Grease is custom designed grease, made from special base stocks and unique additives.  It is formulated to perform over a wide temperature range in applications where grease is the preferred lubricant.  Proprietary components provide PENN Precision Reel Grease with superior lubricity; wear protection, water stability, load-carrying capacity and rust protection over other conventional greases.  Its advanced technology also contributes to excellent oxidation and thermal resistance.

Text Box: Applications:
• Main Gears
• Crank Gear
• Pinion Gear
• Bushings

 

 

 


 

Benefits:

• Wide Temperature Performance

• High Load-Carrying Capabilities

• Salt, Dirt and Water Resistant

• Superior Lubricity & Water Stability

• Excellent Oxidation & Thermal Resistance

• Compatible with a Wide Range of other

   types of grease

 

Available Sizes:

.5 oz. Tube-N-Box, 2 oz. Jar, 1 lb. Tub,

 

PENN/X-1R Angler’s Pack Combination-

PENN Synthetic Reel Oil & PENN Precision Reel Grease

PENN Angler’s Pack is designed for optimum protection on all types of tackle uses to include reels, rods, and line. Giving you the better of two worlds, value and convenience, the PENN Angler’s Pack has both PENN Precision Reel Grease and PENN Synthetic Reel Oil in tackle box sizes. Due to the harsh marine environment, preventive maintenance is a must. With anglers in mind, PENN Angler’s Pack was developed to assure optimum lubrication protection against corrosion and rust, offering smoother operation, extending superior results for longer casting and smoother retrieval. Both Saltwater and Freshwater Guides endorse PENN products.

Great for your fishing excursions!

 

Angler Pack Includes:

.5 oz. Penn Synthetic Reel Oil & 1 oz. Penn Precision Grease

 

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Description Price
Penn X-1R Angler Pack Synthetic Reel Oil and Grease
Perfect companion for multi-day boat trips
$4.99
Penn X-1R Synthetic Reel Oil 2 oz $3.49
Penn X-1R Precision Reel Grease 2 oz $4.49
Penn X-1R Precision Reel Grease 1 lb $13.99
Penn X-1R Reel Cleaner 12 oz Large Pump Spray $7.99
Penn X-1R Reel Cleaner 4 oz
Trip Size Pump Spray - perfect for bringing along on extended trips offshore
$3.99

Corrosion Technologies

corrosionxReelXapp.jpg (11956 bytes)The best thing that's happened to your fishing reel since you took it out of the box!

ReelX is the new, hi-tech, extreme-pressure lubricant that stops and prevents wear, corrosion and rust. It contains no wax, tar, silicone or other solids; So It Can't Gum-Up. Outperforms all other lubricants, displaces moisture, and WON'T HARM MONOFILIMENT.

bulletImproves Reel Performance
bulletStops/Prevents Rust & Corrosion

0408i.jpg (2009 bytes)Reel-X - anti corrosion and lubrication @ $4.95
(Reel-X is a lubricant for your fishing reel, which also has very good corrosion protection qualities. Use it where ever you would normally lubricate your reel, but wipe the reel down
SpeedX Point-of-Purchase with a bit of Reel-X on the rag for some extra protection. If you own a Pro Gear, please use this product internally with regularity.)

 

Speed-X - anti corrosion and lubrication, for the ultimate distance from your cast, minimize bearing restriction and wear. Works under heavy loads and high temperatures. Actually polar bonds to the metal surface and will not sling off. Penetrates into sealed bearings. @ $6.95

 

Buy Description Price
Reel X $4.95
Speed X $6.95


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corrosionx2cans.gif (5007 bytes)CorrosionX is the most useful and versatile product of its kind. As one customer stated, "It's a complete service facility in a can." And, it's economical. Users estimate that a single 16-oz. can of CorrosionX will outperform and outlast 8 - 10 cans of the popular household "lubricant/penetrant," making it far more economical to use. A supervisor in a maintenance facility for a major oil company called it an "inventory reducer" because they use it for so many different applications.

STOPS AND PREVENTS CORROSION AND RUST
Use CorrosionX where you want corrosion control without a messy wax coating. A light spray of CorrosionX on power heads, generator sets and engines two or three times a year will keep them looking like new -- even in saltwater conditions.
A MULTI-FUNCTIONAL PRODUCT

In addition to its corrosion fighting properties, CorrosionX is also a super lubricant and penetrant. It lubricates under heavy loads and high temperatures. Use it on sheaves, hinges, locks, cables/wire ropes, windlasses or other rotating devices. It is ideal for fishing reels and guns. And, CorrosionX penetrates like nothing you've ever used. Corroded or rusted nuts, bolts or fittings can usually be removed in just a few minutes.

NOT HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT
The Volatile Organic Content (VOC) of CorrosionX is only 8.6% (the "popular" brand is 76% solvent). Plus it's available in non-aerosol, pump-up containers that are reusable and recyclable.

Corrosion-X - 6 oz aerosol spray @ $6.95
Corrosion-X - 16 oz aerosol spray @ $13.95
Corrosion-X - 16 oz trigger pump @ $13.95


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Daiwa Reel Greaser - bellows @ $4.99
(I especially like to use this product between Accurate sideplates and the frame, and the screw threads.)


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Salt-Away has been around for quite a few years, and I've used it religiously on my own boats and reels. The product is the best of it's type on the market, with testimonials and scientific back-up to prove the point. It's the best in the business for salt reduction and removal.

There are three basic methods of removing salt with Salt-Away:

1. Immersion
2. Pressure from spray bottles, compression pump sprayers, garden or other hoses, pressure washers. Diluting Salt-Away is necessary either by pre-mixing or by delivering it from a device that is set to the correct dilution ration while attached to a water hose.
3. Wet vacuuming

Salt-Away must be diluted. The Salt-Away solution immediately dissolves any soluble contaminant. Runoff is required to remove the salt. As runoff begins, ingredients in the product will not allow the soluble contaminants in their dissolved state to attach to the surface, and a sheeting effect is created allowing the runoff to carry the contaminants all the way off the equipment. In areas that stay wet longer and are primarily inaccessible or where salt is trapped, the corrosion inhibitors in the product will keep equipment from rusting and corroding from the inside-out.

Immersing items in a bath of Salt-Away solution is accomplished by dipping the item into the solution until completely covered by the liquid, and removing it and allowing the liquid to run off the surfaces due to gravity. This is a common method for cleaning reels - the old dump 'em in a bucket routine used on many long range boats on the way back home. Doing this in plain old water does not really get the job done, as many guys have found. But, this method when used with a diluted solution of Salt-Away does work, and work well. The recommended dilution ratios for an immersion solution with fresh water can range from 5% to 20% by volume. A richer solution greater than 20% by volume is not recommended. Rinsing the item with fresh water after the immersion process is optional.

Application by pressure methods: There are 2 conditions necessary for Salt-Away to remove salt:
(1) the pressure of the water source must be consistent and great enough to cause runoff and...
(2) complete and thorough runoff of the solution to the exit areas of the surface must occur. Except for salt build-up areas, results are immediate. If these conditions do not exist, the Salt-Away solution will dissolve the salt, but the salt will remain on the surface.

Vertical Surfaces: Upon reaching the surface to be treated, the Salt-Away solution immediately dissolves any soluble contaminant. If the pressure is not strong enough to cause complete runoff, the solution will dissolve the soluble contaminants, the runoff will begin, then slow to a drizzle, and eventually stop before reaching the removal area. If this situation occurs, the salt is not fully removed.

Horizontal Surface: The method for removal is more difficult, but can be accomplished by "pushing" the dissolved contaminants with the pressurized spray or stream of the Salt-Away solution until they are pushed off the surface.

Salt crystals are a mineral of the earth and can not be destroyed. There is no other element or product that can cause salt crystals to disappear or vanish from a surface by dissolving them. But they can be moved while in solution! After it is moved, it will stay where it is put until something else comes along and moves it again. Salt-Away helps you move the salt away from the metal surfaces you are attempting to protect.

Recommended Dilution Ratios - for general maintenance
(for specific winterizing and for use with more serious corrosion concerns higher ratios can be recommended - info supplied with product)
1 oz concentrate/4 gallons of water for pressure applications - water hose or other non-spray bottle application. Recommended for exterior salt removal for general maintenance, also recommended for salt water engine flush applications.
2 oz concentrate/4 gallons of water, for tougher exterior salt removal problems
 

How do fishermen and boaters use Salt-Away, the basic how-to's of it all...
1 - Reel bath - use a diluted solution of Salt-Away in a bucket and dunk your reel if it's been exposed to a lot of salt or been immersed in saltwater. Crank up the drag (lever or star) when dunking, back off to allow the reel to dry. In some cases it's not a bad idea to crank the handle a few turns to loosen intruded salt deposits.

2 - Spray down - if the salt exposure is minimal use a diluted spray to dissolve the salt particles and then wipe 'em off the reel.

3 - Boaters should flush their outboards after saltwater use. The proof is graphic and demonstrable, if you flush your motor after saltwater use, it WILL LAST LONGER.

 

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Description Price
Salt-Away 4 ounce spray - great for use while on a trip

Fishing Equipment Spray

Ready to use.
This 4-ounce spray is a mild formula designed for anglers to spray salt off reels, rods, line and guides while fishing.
Safe for all brands of reels, rods and line
No need to rinse
Prevents build-up on reel.
Leaves no scent in the water.
Tackle box size.

 

6.99
Salt-Away 16 oz Spray

Professional Strength Spray

 The 16 ounce Professional Strength spray item is formulated for stubborn areas where salt has accumulated. Spray on. Let rest for a few minutes. Rinse off. No scrubbing necessary in most cases.
Removes heavy build-up and is used for maintenance on smaller items.
Rinsing recommended for some items.

 

12.99
Salt-Away 32 oz Concentrate

After using the COMBO KIT (Quart with Mixing Unit), purchasing either a QUART or a GALLON of Salt-Away Concentrate are the recommended choices, depending on frequency of use, area to cover, and economic considerations.

19.99
Salt-Away Quart Concentrate & Mixing Unit

Recommended as the ‘Starter Kit’ for many applications.
Packaged as one quart of Salt-Away Concentrate with Salt-Away’s unique Mixing Unit included.
The Mixing Unit connects to a garden hose for dispensing.
No need to purchase Mixing Unit again. Quart and gallon refills may be purchased.

 

39.99
Salt-Away 1 Gallon Concentrate

After using the COMBO KIT (Quart with Mixing Unit), purchasing either a QUART or a GALLON of Salt-Away Concentrate are the recommended choices, depending on frequency of use, area to cover, and economic considerations.

 

42.99
Mixing Unit - use when flushing motor or wash-down
 

Salt-Away's Mixing Unit is the most popular way to dispense the Salt-Away Concentrated formula, and it is the required dispenser needed for many of Salt-Away’s applications.
Constructed with a 3-position valve (Off, Rinse, Salt-Away)

24.99


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