larryem1221

Kris what I suggest for a butt cap for your rod is go to lowes and buy a chair leg cover the size of the butt end of your rod. Yow get 4 for less than 4 dollars. If the cap is a little oversize in diameter build up the butt end with electrical tape until you have a loose sliding feel. You can epoxy the cap on with 5 minute epoxy if you want the cap to be permanent.

The first thing I do after pouring spinnerbaits or jigs is to soak them in white vinegar for exactly 1 hour no more because your hooks can start to rust. This method oxidizes the lead so paint will stick to the heads. I use whats called Gesso to coat my heads prior to painting with any type of liquid paint. I was taught this method form the original inventor (Loyd Talent) of the Manns's Rat Tom Mann purchased all of his molds and rights to market the rats.

New to TU. I recently purchased a new lead mold tip up with screw lock jig mold tuj-6-sla. The mold calls for a gamakatsu 604 extra long aberdeen 90 degree hook. Does anyone know from experince what would be a cheaper alternative hook without modifying the mold.

I have had the same problem with the pour spout dripping. What I have found is to take a teaspoon of borax laundry powder and add to the lead pot and stir it around several times. this makes all impurities to clump removing them with a spoon. I tried wax for removing impurities and found to be extremely flameable. ] I really appreciate all the great info on this site. I'm a new member to this site, but have read up and learned very much. Started slow, but have caught on. I used the candle for a release and it seems to be working well - making sure the molds are warm/hot before pouring - and all the great tips. Have been just pouring jigs and really like what i see. Yet - this is where i need help. I have a bottom pourer and it seems to clog up very easy. I took a drill bit to push through the bottom. It works, but now I can't even a drip............ It's a little frustrating, but am progressing carefully. Would really appreciate the board's expertise.

New to TU. I recently purchased a new lead mold tip up with screw lock jig mold tuj-6-sla. The mold calls for a gamakatsu 604 extra long aberdeen 90 degree hook. Does anyone know from experince what would be a cheaper alternative hook without modifying the mold.