Psycho fisho Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Hi guys Does anyone else use super glue on there jig heads to stop the plastic falling off if so what type of glue do you use? All the glues l use eat into the plastic. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flattiefisher27 Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 They should stay on pretty well without having to use glue, it also takes away the versatility of being able to change plastics if the fish aren’t playing ball on a certain colour or type. What issues are you having with plastics atm and which jig heads are you using? Cheers Jacob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolongeramember Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 2 hours ago, Psycho fisho said: Hi guys Does anyone else use super glue on there jig heads to stop the plastic falling off if so what type of glue do you use? All the glues l use eat into the plastic. thanks Yep I use it, especially for larger plastics used for flathead. Some just don’t stay put unless you use glue. I just use a drop of normal super glue and no problems eating the plastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marks1984 Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 I never have used glue for the plastic to stay on the hook for the price of them if a tailor or a toothy critter takes a chuck out of the plastic I just replace it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gutamouth Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 Ive also never used glue, have you tried using a jighead that has the keeper barb protruding backward inline with the hook? like this They're designed that way to overcome the problem you're having Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Spanner Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 I think the TT headlocks jig heads hold the plastics on the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolongeramember Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 (edited) 31 minutes ago, Captain Spanner said: I think the TT headlocks jig heads hold the plastics on the best So do I and that’s what I use. Small plastic’s like those used for bream are no problem but when you use bigger sizes you get more water drag, plus if you have removed the plastic a few times to change weight or whatever it wears out where it grips onto the jighead. No matter what you do the plastic slides down, away from the weight. Only solution I’ve found is super glue. Just a drop and it doesn’t move. You can still take the plastic off and reuse it as well. Edited October 18, 2017 by Hateanchors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nutsaboutfishing Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 I use a drop of glue with Z man SP, coz they're so stretchy they won't stay snug next to the jig weight. Here on the tackle tactics website the recommend a drop of glue to lock in the plastic. http://www.tackletactics.com.au/ZMan-Lures/Products/Curl-TailZ/ZMan-4-StreakZ-Curly-TailZ cheers richard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PST115hp Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 Hi mate, I've used your everyday super glue without any issues when using ZMan grubs on TT Headhunter jig heads before I discovered TT Headlocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho fisho Posted October 18, 2017 Author Share Posted October 18, 2017 5 hours ago, Gutamouth said: Ive also never used glue, have you tried using a jighead that has the keeper barb protruding backward inline with the hook? like this They're designed that way to overcome the problem you're having Yeah they look good where can you buy them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho fisho Posted October 18, 2017 Author Share Posted October 18, 2017 8 hours ago, flattiefisher27 said: They should stay on pretty well without having to use glue, it also takes away the versatility of being able to change plastics if the fish aren’t playing ball on a certain colour or type. What issues are you having with plastics atm and which jig heads are you using? Cheers Jacob Zman gubz on tt head hunter jig heads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gutamouth Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 1 hour ago, Psycho fisho said: Yeah they look good where can you buy them Squidgies make pretty much identical ones. If you can't find any with the keeper barb this type works well too - most tackle shops should have something like the ones pictured Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGG DADDA TREVS Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 withs zmans u can just take a hook and loop the head over the eye of the jighead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluefin Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 I use Super Glue. I hate SP's slipping back after a hit, Just a tiny bit of glue is all thats needed. Howard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFoosh Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Use the Headlockz they work on all plastics and the lure never slides down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho fisho Posted October 19, 2017 Author Share Posted October 19, 2017 2 hours ago, bluefin said: I use Super Glue. I hate SP's slipping back after a hit, Just a tiny bit of glue is all thats needed. Howard. Yeah what type of glue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolongeramember Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 The one I use is called QBond super glue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluefin Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Bunnings, I think it's a 5 pack for $0.98 . If I had a choice I would use Super Glue Gel , Doesn't run everywhere. But expensive. Howard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
savit Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 Hi All. Just wondering if there are any other suggestions on glues for Soft Plastic ( other than Super Glue type products and others mentioned above)? I would prefer something that dries slower than Super Glues. The glue to be used mostly on Zmans. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Hornet Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 I've used Tarzans Grip successfully before but prefer the super glue put out by Loctite. Loctite seems to last longer in the bottle before going off, compared to other brands I've tried. I use Headlockz on larger plastics but avoid them like the plague on my lighter Zman bream plastics. Zmans float and with a jighead like the Squidgy ball heads, the lure sits on the bottom waving its bum up in the current on a long pause, just begging for a fish to eat it. With Headlockz and their keeper further back along the hook shank they just lay flat on the bottom. I have used Headlockz at a pinch, but cut a fair chunk of the keeper off the shank. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingfishbig Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 On 10/18/2017 at 8:27 PM, Gutamouth said: Squidgies make pretty much identical ones. If you can't find any with the keeper barb this type works well too - most tackle shops should have something like the ones pictured The Squidgies (with the metal barb) are no longer being made. There are a few still in the stores in the larger sizes. I have built up a stockpile that should last a few years. They are better at keeping the lure in place than other designs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macca02 Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 2 hours ago, Green Hornet said: I've used Tarzans Grip successfully before but prefer the super glue put out by Loctite. Loctite seems to last longer in the bottle before going off, compared to other brands I've tried. I use Headlockz on larger plastics but avoid them like the plague on my lighter Zman bream plastics. Zmans float and with a jighead like the Squidgy ball heads, the lure sits on the bottom waving its bum up in the current on a long pause, just begging for a fish to eat it. With Headlockz and their keeper further back along the hook shank they just lay flat on the bottom. I have used Headlockz at a pinch, but cut a fair chunk of the keeper off the shank. Very interesting / good obeservation! I'll have to keep a lookout for the squidgy ball jigheads i haven't seen any for a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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