Epoxy Vs. Auto Clear Coat

[DAVE71]

Which Is The Best Way . Thank You Dave 71

[Rod Zilla]

Rod epoxy.

[jimi4290]

for a plug? i try to follow rocs footsteps...he uses epoxy as far as i know for most of what he does, however im sure hes got some other tricks up his sleeve...you know youve done good when he says good job.

[Roccus]

Most important thing to remember is the order of events...

each step is only as good as the one before it....If the sealer doesnt stop the plug from soaking in water it will split.
, if the primer doesnt stick to the plug (due to contamination or lack of dryness of the sealer) it wont matter what you finish it with....

There are alot of different finishes that work, every one of them has their draw backs.

I use E-tex, but finished my plugs for years with Varnish.... it worked for Creek chub, it worked for me and countless other plug builders and carpenters long before the epoxy craze.

some guys use System 3 2 part epoxy and love it otheres use Devcon one hour epoxy and love it...

You probably want to stay away from poly coats, as they tend to yellow with time....

the key is to find something that is easily attainable and works for your "system"
No plug will last forever, unless you dont fish it... Me. I make mine to catch fish.... even the pretty ones.