Downrigger plugs is what most use for power, 50-65 Lbs braid is the ticket for line in my opinion. You will love those reels.

 

I’ve got 3. Never used yet. 65 lb braid on mine. Powered with Abyss brand lithium batteries which attach directly to the rod so my movement in the boat is not impeded by cords and lessens the chance of power cord damage. Not cheap though.

Get some additional power cords though is what I’ve heard from others as they can be damaged somewhat easily at the connection point.

 

I left my factory power cord intact with battery clips and bought an aftermarket cord to which I attached the Scotty plug. I also bought an extension cord which has come in handy. This year I bought the Pescifun battery that straps to the rod and it works quite well.

 

I have Scotty receptacles to my house batteries and a couple tractor/motorcycle batteries in plastic ammo boxes with Scotty receptacles. I also keep a few clip cords just in case. Cords are pretty cheap on ebay, don't need branded ones.

 

Nice reels for our area. I repair the 750s a lot. One thing that will kill these reels is low voltage. Never go below 12.5 volts. Also the drag rating is 38lbs to 40lbs. so 65lbs in my opinion is all you will need. When you wear through the drags, and the factory drags don"t last that long, go with Cabontex it makes a big difference.

 

Haveing a dedicated deep cycle on the boat to use while running the electric reels is a good option. I would get an independent lithium battery pack or two also to give your main battery a break.
80# quality braid is great. Lower quality braids are larger in diameter. 100# is really nice also but your losing a bit much line capacity if you like to deep drop.

 

Scotty plugs, extra cords and 80lb braid on my reels. Less chance of abrasion with heavier line is the trade off for a few more ounces of lead to hold it down in deep water. Great reels for sure and a good investment if ya fish alot.

 

Like most have said already, 50-65# braid is plenty. You’ll get a ton of either on the reel…

I like to use a Velcro wire wrap strip to secure the cord to the reel, so it doesn’t try to rip the plug outta the reel when I catch the cord on something. It happens…. A zip-tie also works.

Change the readout to feet unless you prefer meters.

I haven’t changed my drag yet, but probable oughta figure that out someday…

 

Like most have said already, 50-65# braid is plenty. You’ll get a ton of either on the reel…

I like to use a Velcro wire wrap strip to secure the cord to the reel, so it doesn’t try to rip the plug outta the reel when I catch the cord on something. It happens…. A zip-tie also works.

Change the readout to feet unless you prefer meters.

I haven’t changed my drag yet, but probable oughta figure that out someday…

Great point on securing the cord. The connection at the reel is the weak link on electrics so I have 3x the cords as reels. Knock off cords are cheap on ebay. I have a spool of 6" or so velcro straps that would work well so I'm going to try that next time I use my electrics.

Another tip I picked up here, I think from @Han Solo, was to put the slack cord over the gunnel so it's not underfoot and getting stepped on. I've been doing that ever since it was mentioned.

 

I'm looking at buying a couple electric reels, as my wife does NOT like to reel stuff in from over 150' or so.

 

Cascade farm ordered them in. They were out of stock. $589.00. Basically bi mart. They mentioned that the new model will be at a different price point. I’m guessing that is the 800’s and more money.

 

590 is a good price. They seem to be going for more like 650-700 these days.

 

I bought one of these in the Daiwa 500 size last winter and like it. It holds 300 yds of 65 lb Power Pro, is lighter and easier to handle, and cost less.

Amazon.com : Daiwa S500JP Electric Reel 23 Leo Blitz (2023 Model) : Sports & Outdoors

 

like a few others here, I bought one of these when they were on Amazon for a hair over $250. It’s an absolute pleasure to use. So much lighter than the 750, but still plenty of power. $400 seems like a lot more, but still 65% tor cost of a 750…

 

Great reels, I filled mine with 80lb for extra abrasion and tangle resistance. Tip if you're fishing multiple deep drop reels, use the same line, and similar gear. The line scope angle needs to be consistent to reduce tangles.

Upgrade to the smooth drag washers. It's easy and they don't squeak like the factory ones when fighting big fish.

 

Got a pair of 750's for the wife and I. They work great for us. I really like that I can stuff the rod in the holder still bringing the fish up and keep the boat in the drift.

BUT lately I have been thinking about some 1000's to reach deep in the canyon floors in search of more black cod.

 

A 750 will hold about 550 yards (1650 feet) of 65# braid. How much deeper do you want to go?

But if you really want a larger reel, compare a Daiwa 1000 to a Banax 1000 and let your wallet choose.

 

I'm really good at breaking stuff. I want 80#. 😕

Couple of weeks ago we attempted to fish for halibut at some north numbers out of Ilwaco. As we hit bottom with ~700 showing on the 'counter's, I heard my wife scream "HELP". Thinking (hoping) she had dropped right on a big hali I put mine in the rod holder and jumped to her side to see what was going on. She had a deathgrip on the rod and she was almost being pulled over the side. By the time I got it out of her hands, the line was about at 30 degrees. Look up and saw three humpback whales by the boat and realized there must be number four that is now pulling the boat. Thumbed the reel and gave a good tug on the uglystick and broke the 80# line. I think the whale snagged the line with its pectoral fin and was never "hooked". Woman always has to out fish me....

 

I know this thread is about the 750's....which are great reels and I have 2 of them.
But I also have the 800. For the deep dropping in the Canyon at 750-850 feet...there is a huge difference in winding speed between the 800 and the 750.
The 800 though is much bigger. When fishing the 500' and less depth...I like the 750. But when deeper the 800 is nice because the speed makes a difference when doing a bait check.
You would not think it makes that much of a difference, but when I have 4 guys on board...and everyone else is using the 750...I get up and check my bait and I'm already dropping again when the guys are just starting to get to the surface.

-J

 

For the deep water the 800 is a good option. Very fast like Jeb said. Lots of power. I have serviced about 35 of them now. There built like a uni body car lots of frame pieces. And some bright engineer through putting red lock tight on all the fasteners would be a great idea. They have shallow head allen screws. PITA. The bearings on pinion and bridge shaft are very poor quality ( like the pinion bearings on Avet) I replace at least one sometimes both on 80% of the 800 I have done. It is a power house for sure. Just has a few maintenance issues.

Buddy

 

For the deep water the 800 is a good option. Very fast like Jeb said. Lots of power. I have serviced about 35 of them now. There built like a uni body car lots of frame pieces. And some bright engineer through putting red lock tight on all the fasteners would be a great idea. They have shallow head allen screws. PITA. The bearings on pinion and bridge shaft are very poor quality ( like the pinion bearings on Avet) I replace at least one sometimes both on 80% of the 800 I have done. It is a power house for sure. Just has a few maintenance issues.

Buddy

Would you consider the 750 a longer lasting reel? Haven’t heard of one failing someone but the upgraded drag washers are sweet.

 

It would be awesome if someone would post the contact information of 2-3 people who service Tanacom’s! ℹ