To reiterate, people need to learn to pump and reel. That is how you get enough power or leverage to bring in a fish that is too large for your tackle....not even that, even with fish well within the range of what your tackle is able to bring in. It's just good form.

Late wife loved the 2010s small for her hand she caught many fish I liked the 2020s

That was an interesting grinding session. I had no idea you were a marble master

After using zebcos all my life I decided to spend more than 30$ and got a bullet. Out of the box zero drag which I guess also makes it impossible to take apart, spinner cap won’t come off. Wasted my money….

I've had good success with a quick setting two part epoxy.

It's pretty clean inside. I can't see any grease on the gears at all. Now for the spinner cone to have a groove worn into it by the fishing line, the reel probably got a lot of use.

I used "O" rings. Glued them with JB Quick and the work very good.

Liking your idea.

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That looks like a very good idea. Of course, every reel is a little different, but this looks like it will work in a lot of cases especially with Zebco reels.

Very good method for the line brake replacement thanks for such a good idea and a great video

Matt have you ever worked on a Shimano Quickfire reel 2nd most popular on here and wack bearings in it. you will get a lot of hits 🐊

Thank you what i came up with not a nice taper like the stopper

Very interesting really enjoyed watching and learning about this thanks again for another great video

I picked up a new 404 for $9.99 in a clamshell package. Now I want to see if everything is still the same inside.

MATTHEW, Yes, it's me

Thanks for a great video always enjoy every one take care and thanks again

Hi Matt. I purchased that exact reel in a lot purchase two weeks ago, and recently asked for him dating it on the Facebook Zebco Collectors Group site. One of the guys said 1981 for this reel.

Matthew, I know you said your OK with the handle, but I wanted to mention to the viewers that the handle and nut I sent was for the next variation of the model 33. When I first saw your reel, I couldn't see where it said Trilene XL fishing line. The next variation 33 only said Trilene fishing line on the front cover and I thought that is the one you had. The earlier flat knob handle should have been the correct one for the Trilene XL reel. The nut is for the next model 33 as well. If someone buys the reel for their collection, I just wanted them to know the difference. If they purchase it to use, that handle will work fine and bring in the fish! I enjoyed your video as always and I'm always watching for the next one!

Nice video! Tommy is a good dude on the zebco page I’ve bought a few reels from him

HELLO MATTHEW,

MATTHEW, HAPPY THANKSGIVING.

Well thank's for that, now i'm hungy.

Got the kit today(11-23-24)😊. Went straight to work on my 808 Saltwater. It’s got two pickup pins, with the more complex arms behind the spinner head. I had two plastic bushings and (surprisingly) already has shielded bearings on the pinion shaft. I only had difficulty putting the clip back in…this particular 808 has the long end of the clip up top…and I couldn’t see the anti-reverse pall that was not between the v-shape formed by the anti-reverse lever. Once I had that in correctly, it was a done deal😊. It’s been greased properly and is ready for catfishing next year. Thank you.

Another great video ! Thanks for the lesson

Great looking reel

Is this version of the Zebco 33 Micro the same size as the new version? Also, what's the height of the reel foot? I have an old steel casting rod, but the reel seat has a 1-inch dip. I want to ensure it will fit before deciding if I want to get one. Thanks for your help!

Gaf it.

I love your videos Matthew. I like how you have your own style, and do your own thing! Keep'em coming.

I just bought one and compared to my Omega Pro, I think this Bullet is way better than the Omega Pro. This is the top-of-the-line Zebco.

Hi, Matthew. I've been scouring the internet for info on my first reel, back in 1972, a South Bend Model 25. I bought a used one on ebay last month, out of sentimental reasons. The reel works, but the push button won't stay. If you release it, the button comes back. I'm thinking it is a clone of the Zebco 202. Just looking at this service on the 202, it just might be the one.

Thank you for sharing that day with us.

Nice stringer. We are going to have to replenish your cracker spread Saturday

Matthew, Happy Thanksgiving to you and the family🐟🐟

Beautiful lake, beautiful fish that are delicious.

Thanks for the great video the snow is beautiful

Another fun day matt havent seen snow here yet

One fish is definitely worth it. Any day at the lake is worth it. That looked like a good meal.

HELLO MATTHEW, Time 2:35 am Friday 2024

Im wondering if you missed the bite or maybe they are schooling up? Deer creek can be that way some times. Strawberry is slamming right now if you go throw tube jigs or drop under a bobber. Thanks for the vid.

MATTHEW, Great to see you back streamside. Happy Thanksgiving MATT and to your family 😃

Good fish. Fishing is worth it on a day like that even if you don’t catch anything

That was a slow but great day

Great to see you again! Tad

I always heard that the worst day fishing is better than the best day working.

Great video Matt . Good to see you out and about my question I have several Zebco's that need parts including a couple that need the thumb button. Can you help me ?

Good to see you again Matt as always another great video thanks again

Greetings from northern Minnesota. I like that big brown you caught . Where I live , most of the stream trout are Brook and Rainbow trout . Brown trout are on the rare side .

Nice video! I have a question, do you offer your services to outside customers and I’m asking because I have 2 of these that I’d like done like this and I’d be willing to pay your price if I could pay and mail them to you.

MATTHEW, THANK YOU, MY DEAR FRIEND!