How do I get my zebco to retrieve the line

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from what i can tell, yes and no. if you're using larger line then you can use a non-offset eye. but for smaller line the eye of offset as per the manual instructions which are still pretty vague

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I have a Zebco 33 reel. No one on this site can tell me how to get the front cover off. The only way
i know to get it off, is by putting it in my 20 ton press and crushing it. Who ever designed this reel should be shot. If the reel jams on the boat, just throw it in the water. It is not user friendly.

I am assuming you know at least something about fishing with a baitcast reel. If you do not, make sure you release the thumb button when you cast.
Chances are your line is either tangled or dirty on the inside. Also, the longer the line sits on the spool, the "curlier" it becomes, making it more difficult to get a good cast. I would suggest replacing your line.

If that doesn't help, then its possible that the release pin isn't releasing when the button is released. If this is the case, it is probably time for a new reel. Zebco 33's are inexpensive, and not really worth the trouble to try and repair- better to just invest in a new one.

Try it and see.

It's hard to see ANY line while it's in the water.

That would depend on the rod, but usually either the front part of the hand grip can be unscrewed, or there is a screw under the rod that will loosen it.

you have to release the button after you start your cast, distance,height and length of cast is determined by where you release the button inside the forward arc of your cast, just like throwing a baseball.

It twist to get it open -