How Do You Fix The Anti Reverse On A Zebco 33?

How do I stop my spinning reel from going backwards?

How to Fix a Spinning Reel That Reels Backward

1. Check the reel’s reverse switch to ensure it is not stuck or in the reverse position.
2. Unscrew the housing cap.
3. Take off the rotor assembly and find the clutch bearing.
4. Pull out the clutch assembly, taking care not to move the pinion.

What is anti reverse on a spincast reel?

The final component to understand on your spinning reel is the anti-reverse switch. This feature is typically located at the bottom of the reel and can be a helpful tool when fighting fish. This switch allows you to backreel, or reel in reverse, rather than relying on your drag system for line tension.

How do you fix a spinning reel that won’t reel in?

Pinch the cast bail on spinning reels (open-faced reels where the spool is exposed) and release the two ends out of the cast bail housing. Look for any bends in the bail. If no bends are present, pinch the bail again and place it back into the housing to ensure it is not askew. Test the reel in function.

Do all spinning reels have reverse?

Most spinning reels only require the flip of the feature switch that allow spinning reels to turn backwards, and by flipping the switch one way or another, the reel should lock and no longer turn backwards, allowing only the automatic drag feature when switch is in the lock position.

Are all spinning reels reversible?

Most all fishing reels made to be used with spinning rods will allow you to switch the reel handle side. Just follow a few steps to switch your reel handle from the left side (for right-handed casters) to the right side (for left-handed casters).

What does infinite anti reverse mean?

Infinite anti-reverse simply means that there is no backplay at all in the handle/pick-up. The gearing is “infinite”. In other words it’s not necessary to move backward “a little” to lock in place.

How do you take a spincast reel apart?

Locate the nut at the front of the reel. Spin it counterclockwise. Grab the assembly that protects the reel spool and pull it off the reel. Spin the star-shaped knob counterclockwise and remove it from the reel.

How do you change the line on a Zebco 33?

1. Step 1 The Spool and the Line.
2. Open the front spool cover of the Zebco 33 reel by turning it to the left and pulling it straight off.
3. Cut the line free from the Zebco 33 spool.
4. Thread the line through the hole in the center of the front spool cover and then around the spool of the reel.

Can you put braided line on a Zebco 33?

Can you Use Braided Line on a Zebco 33? Well, in theory, you can.Braided lines will also negatively influence your casting ability with a spincasting reel, and you won’t be able to achieve the same distance as you would be able to do with mono.

Why is my spool not going up and down?

The ball bearings in your reel could be old/rusted/damaged, you’re gonna need to either replace the ball bearings or buy a new reel. Not enough lubrication, try unscrewing your reel cap, remove spool and oiling the gears.

How much line do you put on a fixed spool reel?

For most, standard baitcasting reel applications (i.e. everything that isn’t ultralight “BFS” style fishing), you’ll want to fill between 80% and 95% of the capacity of the spool with line.

How much line should you put on a fixed spool reel?

The key to spooling your reel is to ensure your line is within 1-2mm of the spool lip. If you under or over fill you spool this will lead to tangles and also reduced casting performance due to increased spool lip friction.

What is the on/off switch on a spinning reel?

Anti-Reverse on a spinning reel is a feature that prevents the reel from turning backwards and engages the drag. Some reels come with an Anti Reverse switch that allows the angler to choose whether it is engaged or not. This feature has helped people “back-reel” rather than allowing the drag to fight the fish.

Why is my reel stiff?

Spinning reel hard to turn
If your spinning reel feels stiff, and the handle is hard to turn, this is most often caused by salt or sand getting inside the body, and forming deposits on the gears and other internal parts.