Using Rocketfuel
Shimano Speedmaster 2CFS
Early Speedmasters were coded TSM 2CFS and had two brake pins plus the Fightin’ Star. Later TSM 2C models had NO brake blocks and should be avoided at all costs for any casting application. The original even with two big brake blocks is a very fast reel so you need to carry out some serious down tuning to maintain control.
Make sure you have two brake blocks in place and look at Red Rocketfuel as a minimum, XS if you can get it or even a drop of Liquid Grease in the bearings. Line level too has a big effect on tuning, the spool is over square, in that the diameter is greater than the width so too much line creates a greater centrifugal force for the braking system to overcome.
| Gear Ratio : | 6:1 |
| Brakes : | Centrifugal - 2 |
| End Tension : | Set end float so there is a little lateral movement |
| Fishing Tune : | Red Rocket Fuel, XS or even Liquid Grease plus two big brake blocks |
| Pro's : | Light plus quick retrieve with reasonable grunt |
| Con's : | Fast, very fast and can be difficult to control |
