mickalo Posted March 29, 2008 Report Share Posted March 29, 2008 I've been going through some of my old jigs and would like to repaint them. What's the best method to remove old paint and prep the jig to be repainted with new powder paints. thx's Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pirkfan Posted March 30, 2008 Report Share Posted March 30, 2008 I'd have to question whether that's really worth the trouble. Since I make all my own jig heads, I'd just melt the lead off the hook and start over (outside where there's not a fume problem from the old paint). Old jigs have old hooks, and unless they're in superb condition (no rust or pitting), I'd use a new hook too. The only jig hooks I try to salvage are stainless mustads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankee jigger Posted March 30, 2008 Report Share Posted March 30, 2008 Honestly,for the price of a jighead,its not worth the time and hassle. Trust me on this one......... If you insist,you might be able to burn the paint off????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reeves Posted March 30, 2008 Report Share Posted March 30, 2008 Mike, I use MEK (methyl ethyl ketone) which is one of the stronger solvents for this. All my stuff is powder painted and cured, so it takes alot to get it off, but this stuff does a pretty good job. Just let soak for about a half hour and it will begin to release. Sometimes I can just peel it off and other times I have to scrub it to get it all off. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickalo Posted March 30, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2008 think I'll take yankee jigger advise ... sounds like a better idea instead of trying mess with a bunch of old jig. thx's Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
