cbagley Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Does anybody have tips on pouring the screw lock jig heads? I an having problems with the spring wiggling around and not staying tight even before it has been fished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimcline Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Are you sure you're using the right screw lock? If everthing is aligned right there shouldn't be any problems. Make sure the little tag end is turned down in the head cavity and it should stay in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Use the pot nipple to inject the lead into the mold... This does not allow for the lead to shy away leaving a loose spring or hook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly Posted January 7, 2009 Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 There could be a couple things. The lead might not be hot enough freezing when it hits the wire. The lead could be to soft try to add hard lead. It could just be the short screw locks. That is why I started to make my own. Try these and post back. We will work on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbagley Posted January 7, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 I use screw lock from barlows tackle. I will try adding hard lead to the mixture. I think that may work because the lead is soft enough for the spring to be wiggled and the lead to deform. How much hard lead is recommended to be added to a pound of soft lead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troul Hawk Posted January 7, 2009 Report Share Posted January 7, 2009 I had this same problem and it was that the lead was too soft. I now try to add a large wheel weight to 3/4 pot of soft lead. Totally a "guesstimate" on my behalf, but my springs are solid as a rock now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyp Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Also once you pour give it about 30 seconds before you remove it from the mold and only remove it by the sprue,,, let cool then cut the sprue off,,, something I read before Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ss_extreme Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 I stopped using the Do-it screw locs that are supposed to be used with the Do-It mold. I started using hitch hikers that Barlows has. You can actually hook the hitch hiker over the hook before pouring. Since I went to this I haven't had loose screw locs or had any break off when catching a fish. It does take a little effort to get the hitch hiker in the mold before pouring but its worth it to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 I stopped using the Do-it screw locs that are supposed to be used with the Do-It mold. I started using hitch hikers that Barlows has. You can actually hook the hitch hiker over the hook before pouring. Since I went to this I haven't had loose screw locs or had any break off when catching a fish. It does take a little effort to get the hitch hiker in the mold before pouring but its worth it to me. I totally agree with you. Been doing this from day one. Two positive things about this. #1 They never, ever get loose. #2 You can do this on any mold that accepts 1/8" base hole pins. So you do not have to buy all the other molds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Termite Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 When using the hitch hikers for this do you need to put anything inside of the screw loc to keep the lead from flowing out the hole where the weed guard would be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 Just fill that area with high heat rtv silicone and pour away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ss_extreme Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 I've cut down one of the 1/8" pins to where the end is right at the head, slid it into the screw loc then pour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 When using the hitch hikers for this do you need to put anything inside of the screw loc to keep the lead from flowing out the hole where the weed guard would be? I use the non-cutting end of a drill bit and stick it in the hitch hiker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jclark408 Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I use the hitch hiker also but differently........I cut them just past the radius and leave enough of a hook after the bend to grab the lead......they work just like the stainless screw locks but they are more flexible, which I like..........have caught dozens of fish on a single head and I have never broken one......they are a good size in reference to diameter also:yay: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my3sons Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 Can you use the hitch hikers in a mold that is designed for a weed guard? If so, would you use the .13 coil diam.? Thanks Kent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 Can you use the hitch hikers in a mold that is designed for a weed guard? If so, would you use the .13 coil diam.?Thanks Kent You sure can I use it on every mold that uses a 1/8" base hole pin. As far as the .130 coil diameter, I will check the diameter tonight, and re-post, but I think you are right, because it fits snuggly in the base hole opening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 Can you use the hitch hikers in a mold that is designed for a weed guard? If so, would you use the .13 coil diam.?Thanks Kent I did check them and you are right .020 diameter copper wire, with a .130 +/- .002 outside diameter helix (spiral) coil. BTW this is for the copper hitch hiker. I know they have them in stainless steel, which I haven't tried yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my3sons Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Thanks Cadman. I think I'll stay with the tried and true copper, myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ss_extreme Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 Got some of the new Do It screw locs from Barlows today. Do It changed them a little. Instead of the screw loc wire being bent in a right angle they are now shaped like a "U" at the end. This should give them a better bite in the lead and keep them from getting loose. I haven't poured any yet but will try them tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ubassfisher Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 Who makes these jig head molds? I’ve looked and Do-it does not. I’m looking for heads that have the screw lock around the hook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimpNoodle Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 Wow. Nine year old thread. Let's try this. Which EXACT molds are you looking for? Tell us that and we'll help you out. You can modify most molds to use a screw lock. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ubassfisher Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 A fish style head with the screw lock on the hook. Anything like this would work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apdriver Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 (edited) Might want to look at the Shad Head Rig Jig. Same type profile as the pic you posted and would only have to modify it to accept the screw lock. It has an eye socket but not as much fish detail as your pic. Also accepts the Eagle Claw platinum hooks as opposed to the Mustad. http://store.do-itmolds.com/Shad-Head-Rig-JigbrSz-18-316-14-516-38-716brHk-32886brCollar-Wire-Holder_p_1096.html Another option would be the poison tail jig. It’s a weedless Jig that is designed for an EWG hook but could be modified and poured without the weedguard. It has more fish detail. http://store.do-itmolds.com/Poison-Tail-JigbrSz-18-14-38brHk-91768brCollar-Disc-amp-Holder_p_982.html Edited July 7, 2018 by Apdriver Added content 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LimpNoodle Posted July 8, 2018 Report Share Posted July 8, 2018 What weights? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted July 8, 2018 Report Share Posted July 8, 2018 I've always been a little confused about how you put your trailer onto these jigs. Do you rotate it as you thread it on, so it actually screws itself onto the spring, or do you just force it over the spring, and let the extra friction of the coils do the holding? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
