This customer complained the freespool on his Shimano Curaddo DC 150HG wasn't working, but didn't mention he tried to work on it himself prior to bringing it in. Here's the diagnosis and remedy. 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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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.
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:
https://ebay.us/CKiSM7 (eBay)
https://amzn.to/3PAbkTT (Amazon)
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:
https://ebay.us/ygHAQo
Hex Wrench Set (non-affiliate link):
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-14-Key-Standard-SAE-and-Metric-Combination-Hex-Key-Set/5001994705
Micro Hex Wrench Set I Use:
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Torx Wrench Set:
https://amzn.to/436tEHw, plus a back-up set for my ratcheting screwdriver:
https://amzn.to/3NUtFKn
Conventional reel handle nut wrench:
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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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Stainless Steel bearing cleaner:
https://ebay.us/hwU2YS (eBay - the red one)
https://amzn.to/4467s1q (Amazon)
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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/440wcZ5 (alcohol)
Workshop Overhead Light:
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