Larry,I have a BassAssisan (sp ?) needle that was done with flex coat and it is as close to bullet proof as you can get.I was told it is more $ but with all the work that you put into the plug i'd say it's worth it.As for me, I haven't tried it yet because i've been working on the never ending home project (finishing the basement)
But, when I do spin again , that's what i'm gonna try. good luck
johnny