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by btune
Tue Dec 13, 2016 1:50 am
Forum: Jigs/Spinner/Buzzbaits
Topic: Favorite finesse jigs
Replies: 27
Views: 21318

Re: Favorite finesse jigs

Pour my own in the "Eakins Jig" style using a short skirt. Use several sizes but usually 5/16. It is a Do-It mold.
by btune
Tue Jun 07, 2016 5:21 am
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: Medium diving baits - Which ones do you use
Replies: 13
Views: 6961

Re: Medium diving baits - Which ones do you use

I like the Fat Free Shads. They come in a number of sizes so you can pick the depth you want up to a size 8 I believe. And the Model A still works too!
by btune
Tue Aug 04, 2015 2:36 am
Forum: General
Topic: how do you get around TW not having a wishlist?
Replies: 19
Views: 9771

Re: how do you get around TW not having a wishlist?

I have a pen and paper and often list interesting items for future reference. I can then go back and compare to select the most suitable stuff. I also compare prices with other suppliers. I find TW very hard to beat!
by btune
Tue Jul 07, 2015 2:32 am
Forum: Jigs/Spinner/Buzzbaits
Topic: Ledge baits advice
Replies: 3
Views: 4282

Re: Ledge baits advice

Thanks Nitro. Your recommends are very close to my thoughts on deep fishing! I have: Cumberland Pro hair jigs Just got 3/4 and 1 ounce Chatterbaits Lots of Zoom 10" worms (Plum Apple my favorite), both Texas rigged and on a big shaky head I Drop shot a lot! The duo G87 looks nice but I have a "numbe...
by btune
Fri Jul 03, 2015 4:14 am
Forum: Jigs/Spinner/Buzzbaits
Topic: Ledge baits advice
Replies: 3
Views: 4282

Ledge baits advice

Working on my ledge bait boxes and need to fill some "big bait" holes. Got worms, cranks, football jigs and even big shaky heads etc. Need opinion on best heads (3/4 and 1 oz.) for swim baits, both solid (Big Hammer) and hollow body (Basstrix) in 6-7 inch size. Also 1 ounce sized spinnerbaits with d...
by btune
Tue May 26, 2015 1:02 am
Forum: General
Topic: Squarebill Setup
Replies: 15
Views: 8694

Re: Squarebill Setup

Rogue 7' MHM custom
Steeze
15 pound FC
Various - LC, Megabass, Jackall etc.
Stock with Gamma round bend replacements as needed
by btune
Wed May 06, 2015 1:31 am
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: Bream type baits
Replies: 24
Views: 10657

Re: Bream type baits

Shell Cracker anyone?
by btune
Wed Apr 29, 2015 1:24 am
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: Bream type baits
Replies: 24
Views: 10657

Bream type baits

Do these work well enough to make the investment worth it? 1. Blackdog Shell Cracker 2. Jackall Giron 3. Jackall Gantarel I know the firt two are 4" and 20 bucks each but hey I am a Megabass bait guy so what's 20? The Gantarel (40) at 6" and 2.5 ounces may be in a different class but seems to be get...
by btune
Wed Apr 29, 2015 1:04 am
Forum: Custom Rods
Topic: File down guide feet?
Replies: 7
Views: 4612

Re: File down guide feet?

I also repaint the filed area of the black guides with a paint pen. And I agree, I file even the micros a bit on the tip.
by btune
Wed Apr 29, 2015 1:01 am
Forum: Plastics
Topic: Any good drop shot tutorials?
Replies: 13
Views: 8882

Re: Any good drop shot tutorials?

Aaron is one of the best in my opinion. Just remember to keep it simple and you will have few problems. I use StCroix MLXF dropshot rods and 2500 sized reels. Like braid/leader and straight floro (7 pound Sniper). The new Gama dropshot hooks work great and I use Quick Drop lead weights.
by btune
Fri Apr 24, 2015 7:04 am
Forum: Plastics
Topic: Any good drop shot tutorials?
Replies: 13
Views: 8882

Re: Any good drop shot tutorials?

Here you go from the master!
http://www.finsntales.com/all/dropshot- ... Tqy3M64mi5
I have gone bonkers over the drop shot and did well with it Wednesday although I missed a 5 er!
by btune
Sat Apr 18, 2015 4:02 am
Forum: General
Topic: best combo
Replies: 21
Views: 11049

Re: best combo

Easy for me. My custom Croix SCV 6'10" MLXF drop shot rod which I put together a year or so ago. I have a Shimano CI14+ on it and I am usually starting with a green something Robo 6" straight tail. I fish everything from 5 pound to 20 and about 50/50 cast and spin but the drop shot gets the most pla...
by btune
Fri Apr 10, 2015 1:40 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: TT Reels Shootout - Getting Complacent?
Replies: 46
Views: 20797

Re: TT Reels Shootout - Getting Complacent?

Just a couple of comments: 1. Shimano dropped the price on the Curado a bunch. Does that sound like they are jumping off the shelves? 2. Daiwa had a mess with the new system. So what do the do? Build more of the same. 3. Both companies have not really tried that much to come out with a really great ...
by btune
Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:01 am
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: Cleaning ARB bearing?
Replies: 10
Views: 5316

Re: Cleaning ARB bearing?

Yep missing springs was the problem. One on the floor and one stuck to my grease toothbrush. Just like the BB's they run all over! And yes I put the parts in an empty egg box. Just missed them this time.
by btune
Wed Apr 08, 2015 2:26 am
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: Cleaning ARB bearing?
Replies: 10
Views: 5316

Re: Cleaning ARB bearing?

BINGO! I think springs are GONE! No idea where they went because the reel was working fine before. I will check this out now!