NY OZ Posted December 25, 2008 Report Share Posted December 25, 2008 I need modifying a jig mold.. It is set up to take a heavy wire hook but I want to use a light wire hook. I am a total newbee to pouring, so any help is appreciated.. Thanks, Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basseducer Posted December 25, 2008 Report Share Posted December 25, 2008 Rob, I would say just pour one with the hook you want, you might just get lucky and no modifications will be needed. At worst case you might get a little flash around the hook at the eye and or the hook channel. If that is the case then maybe just a little masking tape will be needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted December 25, 2008 Report Share Posted December 25, 2008 You might try putting some Permatex ultra copper high temp RTV silicone in the area you want to plug up. It will hold up to the heat and flex to allow for the bigger hooks as well. I drill out areas in my molds pretty deep, Then fill in with this stuff and let dry. Then I can use reg and flat eyes and still works great. http://www.permatex.com/products/Automotive/automotive_gasketing/gasket_makers/auto_Permatex_Ultra_Copper_Maximum_Temperature_RTV_Silicone_Gasket_Maker.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NY OZ Posted December 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 26, 2008 I am new to the board and have to say that there is great bunch of Guys on here.. Always lending the advice... Thanks Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mags Posted December 28, 2008 Report Share Posted December 28, 2008 Great tip on the high temp RTV. I have used JB weld. Add to the area you want to build up and use a dremel to drill it out as desired. Lay the hook where you want it, so it makes an imprssion while it is still wet so you know where to make changes once it dries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted December 28, 2008 Report Share Posted December 28, 2008 I just fill the hole over full with this RTV and let dry. Then take a razor blade and cut off flush with the mold. This RTV will shape to the hook etc and pour w/o any flash with all kinds of different hooks. Takes more heat than JBWeld too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mags Posted December 29, 2008 Report Share Posted December 29, 2008 I'll definately give the RTV a try. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckauten Posted December 30, 2008 Report Share Posted December 30, 2008 Anyone know where I can buy thin wire .024 90 degree jig hooks in bulk? Need 4 & 2 sizes. Thanks Chuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
