Whats the best way too get the spool bearing out of the side plate of a lews or patriarch dual breaking reel? I was looking at it and decided to stop so I could inquire cause I didn't want to get all caveman with it.

Once you open the side plate you should see a wire clip holding the bearing in place. Remove the clip carefully keeping a finger on it so it doesn't fly away. You can fashion a bearing puller from a bobby pin by breaking it off at the bend leaving a small hook. Reach inside the center hole of the bearing and lift it out. Some times they fit tightly and require a little pressure to pop out. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need anything else.

Once you open the side plate you should see a wire clip holding the bearing in place. Remove the clip carefully keeping a finger on it so it doesn't fly away. You can fashion a bearing puller from a bobby pin by breaking it off at the bend leaving a small hook. Reach inside the center hole of the bearing and lift it out. Some times they fit tightly and require a little pressure to pop out. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need anything else.

Thanks much! I found out about the clip thing already. Searched my floor w/ a flashlight for over an hour till I found it.

We've all been there. Another trick that works for those as well as C-clips, put the reel into a clear plastic bag so if they take flight you don't have far to look.