[quote author=john g link=topic=2647.msg24606#msg24606 date=1361575772]
More than likely the black reel has a plastic side plate. You can't powder coat plastic.
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I did not know that...... I will check ....still not sure if I will go that route either, it isn't that bad and not getting worse sitting in the cabinet....got it so I wouldn't have to worry about messing up the new one when & if..... I fished it....always could make a stainless or aluminum side plate
But thanks a bunch for the offer.... Mr. John :headbang: