JustJim Posted January 5, 2021 Report Share Posted January 5, 2021 Hello just getting into lure making and thinking of ordering a Do it mold ( Manix mullet ) ordering everything from Lurepartsonline. Someone said I'd have to modify the mold any suggestions on what might have to be done ? Have you guys used the lead ingots from them? Any advice for starting out making jigheads ? I've watched several videos and it looks pretty straightforward. I plan to pour in an open area with gloves, safety glasses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smalljaw Posted January 5, 2021 Report Share Posted January 5, 2021 Why would you need to modify the mold? Do you want to use a different hook that might not fit? Are you wanting to change or add something? You only have to modify a mold if you want to use a hook that doesn't fit, or if you want to add a wire keeper or something else. I'll be honest, get a mold that you want that has all the elements you want without making changes. Don't worry about the hook brand, if you don't like a hook that the mold calls for there usually are alternatives and members here will let you know what fits. I say that because a lot of times a modified mold could get finicky and may need to be tilted a certain way or poured at a higher temperature to get a complete pour. You can end up with some flash that will need to be cleaned up so the straightforward pouring jig head now becomes a not so straightforward affair. Let us know what you want to do with that jig and we may be able to help. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jig Man Posted January 5, 2021 Report Share Posted January 5, 2021 Smalljaw has given you good advice. He has said what I would have if he hadn’t beat me to it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustJim Posted January 5, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2021 Smalljaw .... I thought the same thing about why I'd need to modify it unless changing hooks. Here is a picture of the jig head from a Do it mold called Manix mullet .... I plan to use it on umbrella rigs. My reasoning for this mold is that I like the different weights of the jigs and the size hooks that match the weights ( 1/4 oz with a 3/0 hook 32786 black nickel ) that hook has worked well for trolling umbrella rigs for big hybrids. Another thing I liked about the head is the over sized eyes socket I appreciate any suggestions .... lead type, paint, eyes etc... Looking at ordering from Lurepartsonline. Thanks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted January 5, 2021 Report Share Posted January 5, 2021 Take a look at Do-It Snootie jig. Similar head, different keeper at the back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustJim Posted January 5, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2021 This one ? https://www.lurepartsonline.com/Wdls-Snootie-Jig-Mold-SNT-3-AYM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted January 6, 2021 Report Share Posted January 6, 2021 23 hours ago, JustJim said: This one ? https://www.lurepartsonline.com/Wdls-Snootie-Jig-Mold-SNT-3-AYM Yes that's the one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted January 7, 2021 Report Share Posted January 7, 2021 I added the WDB100 double keeper to theManic Mullet mold... Nothing will come off. LOL.. It's an easy modification. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
