We used 704Z and 706Z for 30 years in the surf without any problem. Take the drag washers out and clean them every other trip or every trip if you are under water a lot. I use to pack the gear box with white lithium grease. I never had a problem. Take the bail off and put on a bailess kit. They will last forever.
I have a green 704Z thats 30+ years old and I could fish it today if I wanted.
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