the east end of the lake is like a toilet bowl and finding fish is the biggest problem. plus warm water make for a HUGE challenge. as for the tackle setup, use leaders and lighter line beleive it or not... kings are finnicky in this warm water. we use long leaders, single hooks, light line, troll slow, lose a couple but we are getting locked up. mexico bay is as good as anywhere else on the lake. its just a very challenging fishery to learn, spend the time, pay your dues lake o will take care of the rest . you must trust me young padowan.,