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Jigs, Spinnerbaits and Sinkers => Bass Jigs => Topic started by: astroglass on 02/21/19 12:21 UTC

Title: weedguard questions.
Post by: astroglass on 02/21/19 12:21 UTC

i would like to use wire weedguards on my jigs or cable weedguards.im new to making my own jigs and im curious to know what size leader wire works best for you guys and what size cable also.i would like to install my weedguard after i pour the head,so what can i use to glue the weedguard in place that will stay.any help will be greatly appreciated.

Title: Re: weedguard questions.
Post by: smalljaw on 02/21/19 15:20 UTC

Surflon 7 strand leader wire in 60# to 90# will work for most applications. You could also use .024 single strand wire but wire has to be cast in, you aren't going to glue it in place.

Title: Re: weedguard questions.
Post by: WALLEYE WACKER on 02/22/19 04:55 UTC

Are using a mold that calls for a weedguard or modifying a mold?

https://store.do-itmolds.com/Weedless-Football-Jig-wholderbrSz-14-38-12-34-ozbrHk-32786brCollar-Holder_p_1081.html

https://store.do-itmolds.com/Wacky-Head-JigbrSz-332-18-316-14brHk-785brCollar-None_p_18.html

Here are two different jigs with weedguards. Most of the jigs I use with weedguards I use what the mold calls for unless it a mold that’s modified.

Title: Re: weedguard questions.
Post by: efishnc on 02/22/19 20:12 UTC

You might be able to glue wire or cable in, but it will have to have a hook on it (or it will pull right out as SJ mentioned), and the hook has to be inside the hole for your weedguard, so you will need to use a mold with adequate depth for this.  As far as your best glue for this, I would recommend 2-part epoxy.