Mini Reels--Slab Daddy or BnM?

Been wanting to try spider rigging on my pontoon. Last fall I found 2 Slab Daddy combos on sale and bought them. First time I got the line between the spool and gear cover.

While looking for schematics to see how to take apart and reinstall everything, I found a site where the posters said this is a common fault that Mr. Crappie corrected on newer reels. It is possible Mr. Crappie might replace it.

Now I did not expect too much. They are less than $20 and are just line holders, but I don't want a jam when the action is hot. I also don't want a replacement if it too does not work well.

Anybody used both?

I plan to try the rod on some bluegill nests in my pond this week. They might be fun on bluegill nests.

I did not see any nests on Green River Lake Thursday.