308 vs 408

Started by reelynew, February 01, 2023, 09:24:16 PM

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foakes

Yes, Greg —-

The gears will interchange easily between the 308 & 408.

However, the bearing pinion assembly will also need to be changed along with the main.

And, the 309/409 "Lefty" Mitchells will also interchange with each other.

Best, Fred

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Two of my reels. The blue one is a 408 I repainted, the camo is a 308 conveted to a 408 also repainted

foakes

Very well done, Don!

Looks great.

Best, Fred
The Official, Un-Authorized Service and Restoration Center for quality vintage spinning reels.

D-A-M Quick, Penn, Mitchell, and ABU/Zebco Cardinals

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The first rule of fishing is to fish where the fish are. The second rule of fishing is to never forget the first rule.

"Enjoy the little things in Life — For someday, you may look back — and realize that they were the big things"
                                                     Fred O.