05-18-2007, 04:46 PM
[cool][#0000ff]Sorry I have not been checking in often enough. Modifying standard jig molds, like the spearpoint mold in the attached picture, is fairly easy if you have the right tools and a steady hand. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I have over 40 jig molds and I have modified many of them to accept larger hooks for lighter heads...or to allow the use of Gami hooks instead of the "standard" stuff. I even modify some of them to allow including wires for making them into spinners or adding extra hooks...like my "double hooker" jig heads.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Most molds are designed to use specific hook styles, up to a maximum of a certain size. All you have to do (usually) is to drill out the hook eye portion of the mold to accomodate a different or larger hook. Use the aforementioned Dremel tool or a regular drill and bit of the proper size. Just be sure to anchor the mold in a vice, to prevent slipping, and then apply steady and controlled force while enlarging the eye hole. Be careful not to cut into the narrow gap that holds the hook shaft between the main body of the jig and the eye cavity. If you enlarge that hole then hot lead will come through and you will have extra trimming on every head you pour.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I have over 40 jig molds and I have modified many of them to accept larger hooks for lighter heads...or to allow the use of Gami hooks instead of the "standard" stuff. I even modify some of them to allow including wires for making them into spinners or adding extra hooks...like my "double hooker" jig heads.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Most molds are designed to use specific hook styles, up to a maximum of a certain size. All you have to do (usually) is to drill out the hook eye portion of the mold to accomodate a different or larger hook. Use the aforementioned Dremel tool or a regular drill and bit of the proper size. Just be sure to anchor the mold in a vice, to prevent slipping, and then apply steady and controlled force while enlarging the eye hole. Be careful not to cut into the narrow gap that holds the hook shaft between the main body of the jig and the eye cavity. If you enlarge that hole then hot lead will come through and you will have extra trimming on every head you pour.[/#0000ff]
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