Jig Man
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Here in MO we can't use but 3 baits with hooks so I always have blades on. I experiment with different sizes and colors of baits. Sometimes I have 3 different colors on at the same time. I also experiment with different weights on them depending on how far down the water column I have to fish.
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I use 3 different rods for the different spinnerbaits that I throw. For the 1/4 and some 3/8 a 6.6' MH, the 3/8 with larger trailers and the 1/2 oz a 7' MH and for the 3/4 and 1 oz 7' H. I'd never feel comfortable with a M and a spinnerbait.
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Start with factory settings and then see if you need to adjust any of the noise or clutter filters. If you are picky about sens then it may need adjusted during the day as you encounter different water conditions. If you are fishing deep water setting the upper and lower limits can give you a better water column. I also like to turn off the amplitude scope.
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I've experienced it in cold clear water with slowly fished baits. 6 of us fished one small area a few years ago. 2 of us (not in the same boat) were using braid and got our butts beat off that day.
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Take along your check book. I priced having one made for a plastic bait I was wanting to make. My quote was $400. Needless to say I looked for other options.
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Sometimes guys who are upgrading sell their older units cheap. I just upgraded myself and sold an HDS 8 for $700 and it was still under warranty. Check out the for sale here. Also check prices at places like BBG and BOE marine.
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OK then like stated above the round head would be my starter. Don't worry because it won't be long before you own all of them. I started out with a borrowed Arke. Now after selling off the ones I don't use any more, I have a couple of dozen in the top of my fishing closet.
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It sounds to me like you need to spend some time on the Do-It site and see what they have to offer that suits you.
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I fish a lot of rip rap and have used all kinds of heads. I lose all of them but have found that the bigger heads like 3/4 and 1 oz don't get hung as often as the lighter weight ones do.
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That is why I have a tech look my motor over at least yearly and provide all the necessary maintainence and replace anything needed. Usually costs less than a C note.
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Some pics and the type and brand of boat will help. You may not have to remove the deck. Lacquer thinner will loosen the carpet so you can pull it up. You'll need a place totally away from any flames as it is highly flammable. Pour it on let is set a bit then pull up the carpet is the way I have done it. Then you can see how the deck is attached and if or not you need to remove it.
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So go get the Sears PM-1 and be done.
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The Sears Pm-1 is what I use and have had for 3 years now.
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X3 I have one and it is exactly what I needed to keep 2 hds units and aerator going and start my Optimax without the voltage drop.
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If you are going for 2 hds units be sure to get a cranking battery with lots of cca so you'll have plenty of voltage all day long to start up and not drop your hds units as they need quite a bit of juice to keep running.
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You may need a good cranker depending on your outboard and electronics. I had to got with the Sears 1150 cca agm to keep up the voltage so my units would not shut down at startup with my Optimax. I run 2 Low hds units with a 225 Opti. It takes a lot of juice to make it with adequate voltage running a livewell pump and my units.
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Have you considered buying jig heads already poured and painted? You could pick your head style, colors and weights then have them made up. You could then add the skirts to customize them the way you want. Seibert Outdoors or Cadman may make you a good deal. You can pm them on this site.
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I throw from 1/4 to 1 oz depending on the situation and water conditions. Mostly I fish the 3/8 or 1/2. As for brand, I make my own. I have tried the store brands and find that they aren't any better than mine.
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They look good. I wish I had the skill.
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Call Lowrance tech service. They should be able to help you.
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That looks like a cooling shrinkage problem to me. Try the copper fittings and maybe a few degrees hotter plastisol.
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I bought one when they fist came out I believe it was called a SOS pender.
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Well if you find an answer be sure to let us know. I have used most every brand made and they all seem to have this problem on some of the baits.
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The Reese is the kind that I use. My trailer needs a ball with a long neck for easy hookup so I always buy separately. Be sure that you get the correct size ball for your trailer (1 7/8 or 2" are the standards).
