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Plug Building - Got Wood? Got Plug?

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Old 01-11-2009, 04:53 PM   #1
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Re-wire, new hooks......fish them as is!! The fish do not care!!

I like to see now deep a trough the hook swing can dig before the plug breaks in half!!!!

Almost time to get our fish on!!!
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Old 01-11-2009, 05:09 PM   #2
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Absolutely, you can fill them, sand them, and repaint them. I wouldn't suggest a water based filler (such as elmers) for hook swing damage (when the hook cuts it again it will crumble and lift your paint). A 2 part filler like PC-11 epoxy or Auto body paste works fine. Solvent based Famwood Filler is OK, but hard to use indoors. Others may suggest something better. Once it is dry, sand them smooth, prime, repaint, and clear coat. I wouldn't bother trying to reseal the plug. Sealing doesn't help with hook swing and the inside of the plug would have already been sealed by the manufacturer. Go for it.
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Old 01-11-2009, 05:13 PM   #3
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Beaver....I will give up a family secret.....use Minwax Wood filler! Dries fast and does not shrink!! I love the stuff!!

Almost time to get our fish on!!!
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