What is the best paint for bass jig heads?? Liquid vinyl, liquid epoxy or powder???
Curious as there are just so many choices....
Jim
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Jig head paint?????
Started by
GB GONE
, Jul 31 2005 08:10 PM
11 replies to this topic
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Joe
Member Posted 31 July 2005 - 08:27 PM
Hey Jim, I don't know about jig heads, but I use Createx paint on my spinnerbaits and buzzbaits and topcoat with Devcon II. Joe
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GB GONE
TU Supporter
Posted 31 July 2005 - 08:37 PM
Thanks!!!
Where can I get that from Joe??? Jim #4
Joe
Member Posted 31 July 2005 - 08:48 PM
Go to www.dixieart.com They have a full line of Createx Paints in the regular line as well as Auto Air. Wal Mart is the best bet for the Devcon II. About $2.00 per tube. I do about 70 baits per tube. Joe
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Pop
Advanced Member Posted 01 August 2005 - 06:34 PM
Joe, how do you apply your paint?
Thanks, Pop #6
Joe
Member Posted 01 August 2005 - 07:34 PM
Pop, I use a Paache VL aur brush. I use the Createx paint straight from the plastic bottle. No mixing, just buy a few extra siphon tubes and your all set. I topcoat with devcon II and for spinnerbaits and buzzbaits, it holds up well. As far as air pressure goes, a lot of guys recommend anywhere from 18# to 35#. I have found different colors work better with different pressures. Joe
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Tally
Advanced Member Posted 03 August 2005 - 03:23 PM
Jim, very good question and the correct answer is what ever you have the best results with and if you have the equipment to do the job. Peresonally I use powder paint on all my Jigs and s-baits.
Tally #8
cadman
Advanced Member
Posted 04 August 2005 - 12:14 PM
Jim, I use powder on all my jigs and spinnerbaits, with very good success. I find it easier for me to work with. I apply a white base coat on all my flourescents, then add two to three colors more. On black and brown colored jigs I don't use a base coat. I use my jigs on the WISC. River. I lose more jigs there with all the rocks, than I have problems with paint chipping. If your going to use powder, just make sure you bake it on. Cadman
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GB GONE
TU Supporter
Posted 04 August 2005 - 04:20 PM
Thanks for the tips guys...cadman...what brand/store do you go for on your paint???
BTW...my sister lives in Wheaton and my pro staff guy is in Plainfield..He works at Strictly Fishing in Plainfield... Thanks again all!!! Time to get jiggy!!! Jim #10
earthworm77
Advanced Member Posted 04 August 2005 - 07:52 PM
Jim, for jigs......you have to use Powder paint. I sell tons in quantity and I don't think I've used anything better than Pro Tec powder paint. The process is simple and so is the curing. Once its complete, it is the most durable finish I've seen. If you are going to do a simple cingle color like black or brown, you can't beat it.
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Pop
Advanced Member Posted 05 August 2005 - 06:41 AM
Cadman, do you use something bigger than a toaster oven to cure your spinnerbaits? In my oven I don't have quite enough inside height. Pop
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cadman
Advanced Member
Posted 11 August 2005 - 12:44 PM
Jim and Pop. I have been using Pro-tech powder paints since I started, and I have very good success with them. You can buy Pro-Tech from Gander Mtn., Ed Shirleys, or any of the mail order houses. The mail order houses will be cheaper if you buy alot of colors. I will tell you one thing, powder painting in the summer with all the humidity takes a toll on keeping the powder dry. My worst color to apply is white. However I have been getting some different samples of different white paints from different powder paint manufacturers to see if they go on better. As far as baking them on, I use an old Black and Decker spacesaver oven, in which I made a hanging rack out of aluminum sides and threaded rod. The threaded rod keeps the jig hooks from sliding onto each other, especially after I take them out, and they are still hot. Believe me they will stick to each other and screw up your whole lot, if you aren't careful. If you want more info, I will be glad to help, just PM me. Ted
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