Great, straight forward design and spot on explanation. I just cleaned and relubed 8 salt water reels (Penn 113, 114, Baja Special, 330GT2, etc. ) Will be replacing line after I build both devices!
Thanx John. I now feel like I served my fellow countrymen!! You know the old saying "you can feed a man a fish and feed him for a day or you can teach him how to respool his reel and he can catch fish his whole freakin life!!"
What an ingenious idea. It's great to have different dowel diameters and the 'unwinder' attachment. A novice fisherperson could make a setup with less or more attachments as needed. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍
Awesome Paul, very well done & thought out 👍🎣appreciate the detailed video & will definitely be making one for myself . Be well & rip some lips “Get the Net “ 👍🎣⚾️
@@paulsDIYsolutions I am with you Paul; it's just a business decision that none too wiser. Look at it this way; how much profit can you make from the operation? The customers come in the store, get a bunch of reels and lines, just spool them up free of charge, guess what they do next time when they want more reels and lines? They come back to your store, otherwise they thinking why the heck i am get charged for this, I'll go somewhere else then...
Hey Chris. It seemed to work fine the first year or two but failed dismally over time. I really don't bother with it anymore. Line thickness and line poundage are different for virtually each line manufacturer so eyeballing might be the best way. best . . . paul
🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 I really like your idea how you School thrills I made one out of steel I think I'm going to do one out of wood same way you got your setup love it Bob Elkhart Indiana
Hey camanush. Yep. Virtually all reels have detachable handles. Match handle hole thread with a compatable longer machine screw or if a square or hex hole with a similar shaped driver . In essence you replace the handles with a straight shaft and close your drivers vise on it. WhaLa. Cvaeat: The new shaft has to be an exact match of the handles size, shape and thread count fit so you don't damage the crank shaft recepticle. best . . . paul
@paulsDIYsolutions Paul, thank you!! I never thought of that, especially for spinning reels. But for bait casting/ conventional reels, the handles don't come off easily.
PS. On the side walls I glued, predrilled and ran 2 1/2 inch wood screws up from the base. I would predrill becasue plywood has the tendency to split when being screwed.
I like your spooling station. I have a couple questions. Before you tie the line onto your reel does the line from the spool then through a eyelet that is screwed to the base then through the fishing rod eyelet? The holes you have drilled to the front edge of the base doesn’t appear to line up with your base eyelet...is that ok? Thanks
Hey Big Red. Eyelets are optional. I usr them on spools that are wobbly. I often don't need to run the line through them. Lining up is at times difficult it depends on the size and number of spools on the axle rod. Not sure if I answered your question. Happy fishing. best . . . paul
Thanks for reply... yes you did answer my question. I have some old vintage Zebco 33’s and vintage Mitchell 300 reels that need to be cleaned, serviced and re-spooled. BTW.. I liked you garage panel saw build. Besides fishing I enjoy woodworking... but I make more sawdust than actually build things🤣
A great DE-SPOILER That I use is just a plastic soda or water bottle with e screw and nut threw the cap. Screw it onto the bottle use a drill and presto;;; Old line is now on the soda bottle/ water bottle.. keep the cap with the screw and toss it in the trash or recycle it.
Like the idea of having all the spools mounted like that but have questions. To prevent line twist when doing a open face should the spool be laying flat on floor? And don`t you find that using a drill on reel to spool puts extra strain on bearings and gears? Thank you.
Hey Buzzard. Winding from a flat (horizontal) plane is one way but it's really more important that you match the wind on and off the spool with the wind on and off the reel. This minimizes lines twists and tangles. Fishing retail stores wind from a upright (vertical) plane all the time. Line has memory and after sitting on the shelf for a while it remembers the direction of the curl caused by the winding direction. When you wind the line onto your reel it should match the same curl direction that it became used to. Here's the secret: If your spool was winded in a clockwise direction the line should match and go on the reel in a clockwise direction. When tipping a spool from horizontal to vertical, if the line comes off the bottom of the spool its clockwise. Conversely from the top is counter clockwise. Simply compare the direction of your reel wind with the direction of the spool wind and wah laa. It's really the same as laying the spool flat just faster and more efficient. All the fishing gear supply stores wind from a vertical spooler. Don't know about the bearings. I winding is winding and whether you do it by hand or mechanically it's pretty much the same stress. I think? best . . . paul
Thats $15.00 not $150.00 plus you're getting the line. So if you figure out what a package of line costs and not having the aggrevation of putting it on yourself. It's cheaper to get it spooled for you.
Hey dd. Different reels have different crank handle inserts. Some are screws, some are square and some hexagonal. I have all three on different reels. On the one's that screw I went to the big box store and purchased the right sized and threaded screw. I cut the head off and insert it into the drill. On hexagonal I used the right sized allen wrench and cut off the bend. On square I took a screw to my grinder and squared it. Little bit of work initially but they inserts last forever and typically work on any future reels. best . . . paul
Hey Dan. Winding from a flat (horizontal) plane is one way but it's really more important that you match the wind on and off the spool with the wind on and off the reel. This minimizes lines twists and tangles. Fishing retail stores wind from a upright (vertical) plane all the time. Line has memory and after sitting on the shelf for awhile it remembers the direction of the curl caused by the winding direction. When you wind the line onto your reel it should match the same curl direction that it became used to. If your spool was winded in a clockwise direction the line should match and go on the reel in a clockwise direction. When tipping a spool from horizontal to vertical, if the line comes off the bottom of the spool its clockwise. Conversely from the top is counter clockwise. Simply compare the direction of your reel wind with the direction of the spool wind and wah laa. It's really the same as laying the spool flat just faster and more efficient. Other advantages I've found. The spooler design keeps a constant tension assuring that the line is not loose or on the flip side too tight, hence overstretched, both conditions lead to tangles and twists. The despooler is a really quick way of unwinding old line while keeping it tight for extremely neat for easy disposal. This system neatly organizes and stores a bunch of spools. Plus if you add the counter you can determine the amount of line your spooling. Hope that was understandable. best . . . paul
I built a single spooler similar to yours, like your better. I am confused about putting the line on from the spooler. When I hold the rod in front facing outward, the bail turns clockwise. QUESTION, should the line be coming off the bailer from the top or bottom?
Hey Steve. Line has memory and after sitting on the shelf for awhile it remembers the direction of the curl caused by the winding direction. When you wind the line onto your reel it should match the same curl direction that it became used to. Your reel is winded in a clockwise direction, so the line should match and go on the reel in a clockwise direction. When tipping a spool from horizontal to vertical, if the line comes off the bottom of the spool its clockwise. Conversely from the top is counter clockwise. Simply compare the direction of your reel wind with the direction of the spool wind and wah laa. It's really the same as laying the spool flat just faster and more efficient. Hope that helps. best . . . paul
paulsDIYsolutions Thanks! I have a station similar to yours but I only use it for baitcasters because of supposed line twist. I will try it out for my spinners now, thanks!
Hey Charlie. Good catches and suggestions. I actually drilled another set of holes for and smaller diameter dowel rod to accommodate the smaller spools. Nice kayak BTW, I have an Ocean Torque. best . . . paul
Thanks Paul! I was curious about your axle dowel rods. Are they fastened in the holes in any way or is the tension from the springs holding it in place? I assume that way you can remove the rod and replace the spools and springs as needed to keep the tension on the spools on the rod. Thanks again!
Hi Sabuj. I am sorry but I'm not quite sure what you are asking. A fishing reel can be anywhere from $10-500. A spool of line is typically around $7-15 depending on type and length. Hope this helps. best . . . paul
@@paulsDIYsolutions Cool.. I had problem with my older CHEAP CRAFTSMAN DRILL getting hot to the touch when I used it to do a few thousand yards on my deep sea reels but maybe because I was doing like a few miles of line on a few rigs almost nonstop, Maybe I was just trying to do it to fast...lol
for example, you show, and measure how many cm, and how to put it like that, which, we just know very well, you guys write like that some of them understand, most don't really understand, just look at the ready. and the size of the wood. Tq im sorry once again ,for question,i meams one day sir.
Hey Bill. Yeah I know i get a few comments on this. I talk kinda fast. Most tackle shops charge 10 cents a yard for for line spooling. The average reel takes approximately 150 yards. That's $15 per reel. I have 10 reels. 10X$15=$150.00. I change my line every season so having my own spooler saves a ton! Hope that helps. best . . . paul
Great, straight forward design and spot on explanation. I just cleaned and relubed 8 salt water reels (Penn 113, 114, Baja Special, 330GT2, etc. ) Will be replacing line after I build both devices!
Where do you fish?
@@paulsDIYsolutions San Francisco Bay Area, and Bodega Bay.
Very cool video Paul, I'll be building one this weekend. I like the simplicity and the adjustability.
Hey Diminic. Yeah it works. Ice broke here last week. Can't wait! Happy fishing. Thanx for the feedback. best . . . . paul
America needs more folks like you sir, thanks for the video!
Thanx John. I now feel like I served my fellow countrymen!! You know the old saying "you can feed a man a fish and feed him for a day or you can teach him how to respool his reel and he can catch fish his whole freakin life!!"
What an ingenious idea. It's great to have different dowel diameters and the 'unwinder' attachment. A novice fisherperson could make a setup with less or more attachments as needed. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍
Hey Austin. Glad to be of some help! best . . . paul
👍👍👍👍👍 It's a pity that I've already watched all your films, but there are no new ones. Thank you so much for your hard work!
LOL. Thanx for them Magcolor.
I love your schematic drawings. Feel like I’m at work
Hey 11. Work doesn't sound like a good thing. Fishing is!! best . . . paul
Very good idea Paul, I'll be making one too, from your design. Thanks for posting this..
Hey Brian. Glad to be of some help. Spawn season is right around the corner!! best . . . paul
Awesome Paul, very well done & thought out 👍🎣appreciate the detailed video & will definitely be making one for myself . Be well & rip some lips “Get the Net “ 👍🎣⚾️
Thanx Bob. Glad to help with the lunkers!! best . . .paul
My Goodness!!! you are a life saver! Thank you so much for the ideas! Them fishing shops gonna hate you : ))
Hey Han. At the prices we pay for hooks and lures they should be giving spooling services for free with line purchases. Right? best . . . paul
@@paulsDIYsolutions I am with you Paul; it's just a business decision that none too wiser. Look at it this way; how much profit can you make from the operation? The customers come in the store, get a bunch of reels and lines, just spool them up free of charge, guess what they do next time when they want more reels and lines? They come back to your store, otherwise they thinking why the heck i am get charged for this, I'll go somewhere else then...
I'd be curious as to how much profit they make from rods, reels, lures and accessories.
Awesome video! Thanks for sharing this great idea
Hey Matt. I smell a fish fry!! You're welcome thanx for watching and commenting. best . . . paul
Good video! Interested to hear your review on the actual line counter you use. How reliable it the counter
Hey Chris. It seemed to work fine the first year or two but failed dismally over time. I really don't bother with it anymore. Line thickness and line poundage are different for virtually each line manufacturer so eyeballing might be the best way. best . . . paul
Excellent idea - would suggest adding the parts list to the description to make an easy shopping list.
Good suggestion. Thanx David.
🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 I really like your idea how you School thrills I made one out of steel I think I'm going to do one out of wood same way you got your setup love it Bob Elkhart Indiana
Helps keep bucks in the pocket and fish in the freezer. Happy fishing. best . . . paul
Thank you been looking for this. Tired of going to stores and paying the Xtra $ for someone else to do this, Esp when I can do it my self.
Hey DeeDee. Ur welcome. I agree. They used to do it for free, just to get you to buy in their store, which was okay. best . . . paul
very nice sir. a lot of thought was placed into this project and it paid off. best of luck to you!
Thanx Trae.
❤❤❤❤❤❤ you are a true genius thanks for sharing!!!!
Would you share those sentimnets with my wife. Seems like she has a different opinion!! LOL Thanx. best . . . paul
Good day to you please tell me where did you buy your line counter thank you
Hey Natural. Most bait and tackle stores have them. I got mine at Bass Pro Shop. I'm sure they have them online. best . . . paul
I may have missed it, but what are you using to attach the drill to the reel to spool? Also any bait casting reels?
Hey camanush. Yep. Virtually all reels have detachable handles. Match handle hole thread with a compatable longer machine screw or if a square or hex hole with a similar shaped driver . In essence you replace the handles with a straight shaft and close your drivers vise on it. WhaLa. Cvaeat: The new shaft has to be an exact match of the handles size, shape and thread count fit so you don't damage the crank shaft recepticle. best . . . paul
@paulsDIYsolutions Paul, thank you!! I never thought of that, especially for spinning reels. But for bait casting/ conventional reels, the handles don't come off easily.
really enjoyed your explanation. I have been looking for ideas to build my own.
Hey Trent. It may not be as nice as the $400 commercial version but it works just fine and saves time and spooling fees. happy fishing . . . paul
PS. On the side walls I glued, predrilled and ran 2 1/2 inch wood screws up from the base. I would predrill becasue plywood has the tendency to split when being screwed.
Wow that thing is nice cuz it also stores and holds all your lines..
Hey Ross. Yeah it helps organize along with saving a bunch on re-spooling. best . . . paul
I like the removal device. I wonder how many birds died from getting tangled in your line along the road. Definitely a better way now. Thanks.
Hey Rad. Yeah. Young and stupid!! best . . . paul
Ok Paul, Thank you for the explanation....Very good video.
I like your spooling station. I have a couple questions. Before you tie the line onto your reel does the line from the spool then through a eyelet that is screwed to the base then through the fishing rod eyelet? The holes you have drilled to the front edge of the base doesn’t appear to line up with your base eyelet...is that ok? Thanks
Hey Big Red. Eyelets are optional. I usr them on spools that are wobbly. I often don't need to run the line through them. Lining up is at times difficult it depends on the size and number of spools on the axle rod. Not sure if I answered your question. Happy fishing. best . . . paul
Thanks for reply... yes you did answer my question. I have some old vintage Zebco 33’s and vintage Mitchell 300 reels that need to be cleaned, serviced and re-spooled. BTW.. I liked you garage panel saw build. Besides fishing I enjoy woodworking... but I make more sawdust than actually build things🤣
Seems it might be easier to just drill a larger hole in the spool so it will fit your existing dowel.
Hey Coy. Yeah ur 100% correct. I have made a few modifications since my original design. best . . . paul
A great DE-SPOILER That I use is just a plastic soda or water bottle with e screw and nut threw the cap. Screw it onto the bottle use a drill and presto;;; Old line is now on the soda bottle/ water bottle.. keep the cap with the screw and toss it in the trash or recycle it.
Another idea catfish, thanx. best . . . paul
Like the idea of having all the spools mounted like that but have questions. To prevent line twist when doing a open face should the spool be laying flat on floor? And don`t you find that using a drill on reel to spool puts extra strain on bearings and gears? Thank you.
Hey Buzzard. Winding from a flat (horizontal) plane is one way but it's really more important that you match the wind on and off the spool with the wind on and off the reel. This minimizes lines twists and tangles. Fishing retail stores wind from a upright (vertical) plane all the time. Line has memory and after sitting on the shelf for a while it remembers the direction of the curl caused by the winding direction. When you wind the line onto your reel it should match the same curl direction that it became used to.
Here's the secret: If your spool was winded in a clockwise direction the line should match and go on the reel in a clockwise direction. When tipping a spool from horizontal to vertical, if the line comes off the bottom of the spool
its clockwise. Conversely from the top is counter clockwise. Simply compare the direction of your reel wind with the direction of the spool wind and wah laa. It's really the same as laying the spool flat just faster and more efficient. All the fishing gear supply stores wind from a vertical spooler.
Don't know about the bearings. I winding is winding and whether you do it by hand or mechanically it's pretty much the same stress. I think? best . . . paul
Great video. I was hoping to get a copy of the blue prints.
Hey Daniel. Don't know how I would get you those. Perhaps you can stop the video and jot them down. They're not that complicated. Best paul.
Thats $15.00 not $150.00 plus you're getting the line. So if you figure out what a package of line costs and not having the aggrevation of putting it on yourself. It's cheaper to get it spooled for you.
Sorry Billy. 10 reels at $15 is $150. best . . . paul
What sort of bit are you putting into the reel? Did I miss something?
Hey dd. Different reels have different crank handle inserts. Some are screws, some are square and some hexagonal. I have all three on different reels. On the one's that screw I went to the big box store and purchased the right sized and threaded screw. I cut the head off and insert it into the drill. On hexagonal I used the right sized allen wrench and cut off the bend. On square I took a screw to my grinder and squared it. Little bit of work initially but they inserts last forever and typically work on any future reels. best . . . paul
I thought when spooling a spinning reel that the round flat side of the line spool should be facing the front of the reel?
Hey Dan. Winding from a flat (horizontal) plane is one way but it's really more important that you match the wind on and off the spool with the wind on and off the reel. This minimizes lines twists and tangles. Fishing retail stores wind from a upright (vertical) plane all the time. Line has memory and after sitting on the shelf for awhile it remembers the direction of the curl caused by the winding direction. When you wind the line onto your reel it should match the same curl direction that it became used to.
If your spool was winded in a clockwise direction the line should match and go on the reel in a clockwise direction. When tipping a spool from horizontal to vertical, if the line comes off the bottom of the spool its clockwise. Conversely from the top is counter clockwise. Simply compare the direction of your reel wind with the direction of the spool wind and wah laa. It's really the same as laying the spool flat just faster and more efficient.
Other advantages I've found. The spooler design keeps a constant tension assuring that the line is not loose or on the flip side too tight, hence overstretched, both conditions lead to tangles and twists. The despooler is a really quick way of unwinding old line while keeping it tight for extremely neat for easy disposal. This system neatly organizes and stores a bunch of spools. Plus if you add the counter you can determine the amount of line your spooling. Hope that was understandable. best . . . paul
I built a single spooler similar to yours, like your better. I am confused about putting the line on from the spooler. When I hold the rod in front facing outward, the bail turns clockwise. QUESTION, should the line be coming off the bailer from the top or bottom?
Hey Steve. Line has memory and after sitting on the shelf for awhile it remembers the direction of the curl caused by the winding direction. When you wind the line onto your reel it should match the same curl direction that it
became used to.
Your reel is winded in a clockwise direction, so the line should match and go on the reel in a clockwise direction. When tipping a spool from horizontal to vertical, if the line comes off the bottom of the spool its clockwise. Conversely from the top is counter clockwise. Simply compare the direction of your reel wind with the direction of the spool wind and wah laa. It's really the same as laying the spool flat just faster and more efficient. Hope that helps. best . . . paul
Thank you for helping me.
My pleasure Steve. Now let's go fishing!!
nice job.....
Thanx Dennis. Always an exciting time of the year for us!! best . . . paul
This is awesome thanks !
Hey Scott. Your welcome. Thanx for the feedback. Now get the trophy fish!! best . . .paul
Do you have any problems with line twist?
hey BA. No. Mono has memory, so just make sure the direction of the line is the same as the direction of your feed. best . . . paul
paulsDIYsolutions Thanks! I have a station similar to yours but I only use it for baitcasters because of supposed line twist. I will try it out for my spinners now, thanks!
Good video
Thanx Steven. Glad to be of some help. best . . . paul
Most places around me will spool your reels for free as long as you buy the line from them
You're lucky Derek. Doesn't happen around here! besrt . . . paul
Missing the washers in your written details. You could also just drill the hole bigger in the smaller opening line spools. Good stuff!
Hey Charlie. Good catches and suggestions. I actually drilled another set of holes for and smaller diameter dowel rod to accommodate the smaller spools. Nice kayak BTW, I have an Ocean Torque. best . . . paul
Thanks Paul! I was curious about your axle dowel rods. Are they fastened in the holes in any way or is the tension from the springs holding it in place? I assume that way you can remove the rod and replace the spools and springs as needed to keep the tension on the spools on the rod. Thanks again!
Hey Charlie. Yep just loose so you can change spools. Springs can be purchased at Home Depot.
how many price one full wheel machine for fish?
Hi Sabuj. I am sorry but I'm not quite sure what you are asking. A fishing reel can be anywhere from $10-500. A spool of line is typically around $7-15 depending on type and length. Hope this helps. best . . . paul
thank you sir!
I want to hear reel price fish weight as 10-20 kg
Sorry Sabuj. I am not comprehending your question.
reel 40m price
nice yo hago maquinas tambien para pescar automaticas con bateria de 12 volt y panel solar
love it great idea
Hey Ny Fish. Saves a lot on $ too!!
I hope you have good grease or lub on the gears there before you heat them up and ruin them.
Hey Catfish. I assume you are talking about the drill gears. I have been using the same one for a dozen years without any issue. best . . . paul
@@paulsDIYsolutions Cool.. I had problem with my older CHEAP CRAFTSMAN DRILL getting hot to the touch when I used it to do a few thousand yards on my deep sea reels but maybe because I was doing like a few miles of line on a few rigs almost nonstop, Maybe I was just trying to do it to fast...lol
Hi grandpa
Hi Ryder. Thanx for being my first subscriber.
@@paulsDIYsolutions How old is your grandson? I assume he likes to go fishing with his grandpa.
@@KStewart-th4sk I have 3 grandson's and and granddaughter. Funny but that grandson is not the fisherman. The other two boys are.
Aswome,sir ,try show a video for beginers,to make it
Hi Farin. Yeah, probably should make that video. best . . . paul
for example, you show, and measure how many cm, and how to put it like that, which, we just know very well, you guys write like that some of them understand, most don't really understand, just look at the ready. and the size of the wood. Tq im sorry once again ,for question,i meams one day sir.
Couse im truly want to learn ,to make it,if you send this video some of them doesnt undstand it.sorry sir,
150 yds x $.10/yd = $15.00
Sorry JKN. Times ten reels =$150 best . . . paul
@@paulsDIYsolutions My apologies. Nice design of the system
10 cents a yard x 150 yards is $15 not $150
Per reel exactly but times that times 10 reels and we're at $150. best . . . paul
@@paulsDIYsolutions my bad I missed the 10 reels part
150 yards times 10 cents per yard is $15-- not $150!
Mark Connolly he had 10 reels. $15 times 10 reels is $150.
Thanx Mike. Mark is not the first one to do that miscalculation. It's like one of those TRICK math questions. LOL. best . . . paul
You lost me in less than a minute when you said $.10 x 150= $150
Hey Bill. Yeah I know i get a few comments on this. I talk kinda fast. Most tackle shops charge 10 cents a yard for for line spooling. The average reel takes approximately 150 yards. That's $15 per reel. I have 10 reels. 10X$15=$150.00. I change my line every season so having my own spooler saves a ton! Hope that helps. best . . . paul
10 reels x 150 yards each x .10 per yard = $150