Help me with my antique spin casting reel

[Knocker of rocks]

I inherited an almost unused Wright & McGill "Stream and Lake" spin casting rod, Model 88A, circa 1961 to 67.  I'd like to change out the line, but I'm a little confused given that this is unlike any spin casting rod I've ever seen. 

Any help would be appreciated

I can post photos if needed

[TheHunt]

Post pictures please. 

[Boss .300 winmag]

Don't do it, leave the line on for antique value!

[quadrafire]

Don't do it, leave the line on for antique value!

I had an antique baitcast reel, changed out the line, now looks like crap and doesn't work nearly as good as new reels.
I agree leave it as is with the old line and just admire it

[Knocker of rocks]

I'd like to use it.  These old reel have a value of less than $10.00 on E-Bay.

[quadrafire]

Sorry my previous post was about the reel, didn't see that it was the rod you were asking about  . Heck --give it a try---why not.

[quadrafire]

I can post photos if needed

Go ahead. maybe that would help

[Knocker of rocks]

Sorry my previous post was about the reel, didn't see that it was the rod you were asking about  . Heck --give it a try---why not.

I made an error typing, it is a reel.  I fiqured out how to change the line, but I'll probably keep what's there for now.

But I am going to use it, seems like a shame not to use a fine unused American made product for its intended use

[TheHunt]

I just like to see old stuff.  Sometimes I just look in the mirror and say what an old SOB!