im not trying to start a poop show with the poster who recomeends the screw driver method to install line.....i just do it differently.
for a baitcaster i have no problems with the screwdriver method......the line in being installed the same way its coming off the manufacturers spool
for a spinning reel the refill spool should be facing the reel so the line on the refill spool comes off the edges...not rolling off.
First i put my reel on a icefishing short rod......put about a foot of baby bath warm water in the sink or tub......put the line in the water
if its braid....i tie a simple granny knot to the spool and put on one wrap of electrical tape.
If its a short spool which many new braids are i will use a mono backing
now i grab a wet kitchen sponge and grasp the line and the rod with the sponge between the first and second eye on the rod....start winding
After about 20 winds stop allow slack to form in the line.....if the line twists or even begins to make a motion to twist....flip the refill spool in the water....now your good...refill away
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