Mitchel 300Pro - How To Change Spool?

[X-JaVeN-X]

Hey guys, this is probably a stupid question, but I can not find anything on this subject and I can't find any kind of manual or disassembly instructions.

 

I've just recently decided to try my hand at fishing (still gathering all my gear to try for a first trip actually...I think I've got about everything I need to start and hopefully will be going out this weekend), and I have a question about the reel that I've purchased.  It's a new model Mitchell 300Pro (black and green model).  The thing came with nothing but a parts list (no manual of any kind).  I've read that older mitchell 300 reels had a popular feature where you could change out the spool easily to give you a second line option on the fly.  I was really hoping that this was an option for this new model, but I can't find any information on the subject.  The reel only came with the spool that is on it (no spare like older versions). 

 

So...can this spool be changed easily?  If so, how do you remove the one that is on it?  Does it twist off?  If I try to turn it counter clockwise now, it just sounds like it's spinning the drag.  Any help would be appreciated here.  Thanks!

[Missourifishin]

The Mitchell 300Pro that I bought last year did not come with an extra spool either. I'm assuming you would have to buy another spool online, if there even are any available. If you keep turning the drag counter clockwise, it will eventually loosen up enough for you to remove the spool. And you simply put the spool back in place and tighten the drag, clockwise, in order to put it back on.

If you want to be able to change spools, you'll have to find another one somewhere. I've never felt much need for it personally. And now that I have multiple reels, I feel even less need for it, since it is much easier to just pick up a different combo than it is to change the spool out.

My Pflueger Patriarch has a spare spool. I threw some 4lb fluoro on it, and have only ever used the spare spool option once, when I wanted really light line for crappie fishing.

[X-JaVeN-X]

Thanks for the reply.  I actually have already ordered a spare spool from Mitchell (it was $14.xx).  Where I have no fishing gear, I'm trying to get a decent set up to get started and where I'm having to start with nothing, a second rod/reel isn't really an option yet for me.  I know I want to try some bass fishing, but I also wanted to try to catch some catfish.  I have some 10# yozuri hybrid ultra soft on the reel now, but I wanted to put some braid on the spare spool for catfishing (Maybe I don't need this, but it's too late now lol).   Thanks again, I will try removing the spool when the spare and braid comes in.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Either removing the drag adjustment knob on the front of the spool or pushing the release button on the face of the spool should allow removal of the spool depending on the model.