i have the older sealine sg17lca reels with power handles that I run on the left side of the boat. I bought them used off eBay some yrs ago and they've been bulletproof. I have the newer sg17lc3b with power handles I use on the right side of the boat. can't tell a lot of difference in the reels. but I think the lc3b has a little better drag. I highly recommend the sealine reels. but I think its best to use the same brand and size reel. the Okuma connector or the Daiwa accudepth plus would be my next choice for saving money. if the price doesn't matter the tekota 300 would be my 1st choice.