Glue/plastic compatibility

**MCG1** · 12-10-2023, 01:15 PM

I'm going to build/tie some jig/flies. I'd like to secure the plastic tails to the hook before tying the rest of the material down. Are certain glues better than others?

**Jamesdean** · 12-10-2023, 02:49 PM

I generally use superglue.

**tlefire** · 12-10-2023, 03:00 PM

**skeetbum** · 12-10-2023, 05:47 PM

The superglue idea is good. My opinion is that it sticks better with a bit of foundation under it. Wrap the shank where the plastic will go with some thread or even dental floss and then glue it. My tiny jigs I use hold better when I do that.

**Crappieguy82** · 12-12-2023, 01:57 PM

I think Loctite super glue gel control works pretty well. It's what I use to hold the tails.

**MCG1** · 12-12-2023, 02:43 PM

Thanks all. I had it in my head that maybe super glue would degrade the plastic. I will try it confidently now.

**Jamesdean** · 12-14-2023, 09:27 PM

I have used the Loctite gel to hold the soft round tentacles from the toy balls and glued them on as tails. I'll upload the pic from my phone shortly...

**Jamesdean** · 12-14-2023, 09:30 PM

Here's the ball type and a finished jig Name: 20220617_081448.jpg
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**MCG1** · 12-15-2023, 09:11 AM

Thanks Eric, that is perfect. I thought maybe super glue would be too harsh for the plastic. I will use it with confidence now. Your picture is extremely helpful.

**BuckeyeCrappie** · 12-15-2023, 09:26 AM

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