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Bill,
Try tightening the drag and engage the anti reverse lever before you back off on the spring loaded screw. This will allow you to simultaneously put a little extra torque on the reel handle along with the side plate as you are turn the side plate counterclockwise to remove it. The little extra help from the engaged handle usually makes the difference. (Make sure you are holding the spring loaded screw out as you are turning the side plate and handle counterclockwise)
Do not use tools to pry apart the reel.
Ed
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