Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ?

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2016/02/14 20:13:43 (permalink)

Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ?

Got a number of broken lips or bibs on my Rapala floaters # 11's and # 13's. You would think Rapala would have some kind of contact or way to buy some replacements but I'm not seeing any . Any ideas or suggestions would be welcomed ! 
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    outasync
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    Re: Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ? 2016/02/14 20:51:07 (permalink)
    If you have receipts you can send the lures back and they replace them free of charge. Just need to remove the hooks. I'll see if I can find the email I have from them for the repairs.
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    Re: Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ? 2016/02/14 20:58:00 (permalink)
    Normark Corporation
    10395 Yellow Circle Dr
    Minnetonka, MN 55343

    Attn: REPLACEMENT
    (952) 933-7060

    I last did it about 5 years ago so you may want to try that number first see if they still offer it. I've even bought new lures and used th e new receipt ro fix the old
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    Re: Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ? 2016/02/14 21:48:17 (permalink)
     Saw a show that they broke the lips off before fishin' 'em. Think it was one ov the Linder Bros. Have a bunch ov Raps & Long A Bombers that if it aint broke don't...
     
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    Re: Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ? 2016/02/17 18:18:23 (permalink)
    Thanks ....I'll check it out .
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    Re: Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ? 2016/02/21 23:33:53 (permalink)
    If they don't replace, you can make your own replacements with lexan. Work great for homemade plug lips.
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    Re: Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ? 2016/02/22 07:53:12 (permalink)
    On my f 18s I have done like Porktown. Do not keep track of time. I fastened with J B Weld, although I am sure any Epoxy would work. In my world J B Weld is my go to repair cement. I buy the large tubes and it lasts me for years.
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    Re: Anybody know about repairing and fixing broken Rapala lures ? 2016/02/22 08:22:23 (permalink)
    Here is a great site for tackle crafting.  They might have some how to articles on repairs.  http://www.tackleundergro...y/forum/13-hard-baits/
     
    I use clear 5 ton epoxy, drill a small hole or two in the lexan portion that goes into the lure, to give a place for your adhesive to anchor.  
     
    I think the tackle underground site sells replacement lips too.
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