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| I'm changing out all the split rings on most of my baits so that I can shrink wrap them (topwater and bucktails). The only shrink tubing I can find won't fit the number 7 Bucher split rings most of my baits have, but will fit the #5s. I noticed that on the tail hook of the TopRaiders is what appears to be a #5 splitring. My question is what pound test are the number 5s and 7s? I'm afraid I might be cutting corners, but if Bucher thought it OK to put a #5 on the book hook of his famous TopRaider, why shouldn't I? Thoughts? |
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| I beleive they are 250#(5`s) and at that small diameter they are superstrong. There is a way to shrink #7`s but it is a hassle! |
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Location: The Sportsman, home, or out on the water | If you cannot find shrink tubing big enough, no offense, but you are not looking hard enough. You can buy it up to 1/2" i.d.
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Location: Mauston, Wisconsin | Hi- Try an electrical supply store like Graybar. Shrink tubing can be found up to sizes where you could shrink tube the entire bait.
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=Shrink+tubing
Good luck
Al |
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| i use the #5 wolverines; they're stronger at 350#'s, the same outside diameter, and are easier to work with. they now offer stainless steel rings too.
steve |
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Posts: 2024
| I looked at the shrink tubing I have and it's 1/4". I tried True Value and Menards. I'll try Ace, too for the 1/2". Thanks for all your replys! |
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Location: Lake Chautauqua & Latham, New York, USA | Does "shrink tubing" your split rings actually increase the number of hook ups, or is it just another fad?  |
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| It depends on the bait first off, and it is really designed as a purpose to keep that back hook from swinging and tangling. On certain baits really does improve hook-ups, and some its just a fad! |
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