Just bought my first Jaw Jacker

[Hottuna5150]

After hearing testimonials from the die hards on this site I just had to get one to try it myself. I've read the tips watched videos etc but ultimately I find the best information comes from folks that really live to fish. This I turn to you guys for tips. I usually fish lake trout with live smelt on my set line while I jig. I set a smelt down, hooked in the back with a split shot about a foot up. Will this same set up work well with the jaw jacker? I appreciate your help in advance.
Cheers,

Keith

[dennisg34]

After hearing testimonials from the die hards on this site I just had to get one to try it myself. I've read the tips watched videos etc but ultimately I find the best information comes from folks that really live to fish. This I turn to you guys for tips. I usually fish lake trout with live smelt on my set line while I jig. I set a smelt down, hooked in the back with a split shot about a foot up. Will this same set up work well with the jaw jacker? I appreciate your help in advance.
Cheers,

Keith

Yep! Works perfect for that. The biggest tip I (or anyone) can give is make sure the mechanicals don't get wet (unless it's above freezing) otherwise if so and freezes it won't trip the trigger to set the hook when a fish gets on.

[Hottuna5150]

Thanks Dennis. That's exactly what I was hoping to hear!

[fullerbn]

Yes it does,  i do it all the time

[Hottuna5150]

Thanks for the replies. Do you find certain rods work better than others?

[BrookieSlayer99]

Yep! Works perfect for that. The biggest tip I (or anyone) can give is make sure the mechanicals don't get wet (unless it's above freezing) otherwise if so and freezes it won't trip the trigger to set the hook when a fish gets on.

I had the trigger do that last weekend but it didn't get wet to begin with 

[NH Trout Fisherman]

I had the trigger do that last weekend but it didn't get wet to begin with 

Are You aware that there is a plastic wing nut that adjusts the tension on the trigger for different resistances (for different size baits) etc?

Otherwise I may have been sitting in snow an got damp/froze. I'm always in the habit of testing every possible thing before walking away from a set rig

[FalcoJP]

Curious about this too just bought one.

[Flagging]

So for the guys who were using these over derby weekend, how'd you make sure they weren't freezing?  The air was a weird fog that would freeze to everything out in the open that moved ( at least where I was on Squam).  Did that effect your Jaw Jackers?

[NH Trout Fisherman]

So for the guys who were using these over derby weekend, how'd you make sure they weren't freezing?  The air was a weird fog that would freeze to everything out in the open that moved ( at least where I was on Squam).  Did that effect your Jaw Jackers?

As I previously mentioned there is a plastic wing nut that can be adjusted for tension.

Also I'm in the habit of constantly checking the rigs (every 15-20 ) mins or so especially in conditions where there is extreme cold, wind, snow to be sure the holes/lines aren't freezing up and they are functioning properly.

I've also noticed a big difference in hook ups when constantly checking the bait (usually smelt for Me) to make sure it stays lively. Several times I'll have a rod fire within minutes of checking the rig/bait

[Hottuna5150]

Thanks for the input Keith. Congrats on those hogs derby weekend.

[fullerbn]

So for the guys who were using these over derby weekend, how'd you make sure they weren't freezing?  The air was a weird fog that would freeze to everything out in the open that moved ( at least where I was on Squam).  Did that effect your Jaw Jackers?

What i did was every time i checked my smelt i would also make sure that lever moved freely i would take the line off and move it back and forth and break any crust off that may have formed on it

[MikeSJ]

I use an thin spray lube that is good to -80 on the wing nut/ trigger assembly as extra insurance but still keep checking everything often

[Hottuna5150]

I use an thin spray lube that is good to -80 on the wing nut/ trigger assembly as extra insurance but still keep checking everything often

That's a really good idea. What brand?

[SALMONEMIA]

As I previously mentioned there is a plastic wing nut that can be adjusted for tension.

Also I'm in the habit of constantly checking the rigs (every 15-20 ) mins or so especially in conditions where there is extreme cold, wind, snow to be sure the holes/lines aren't freezing up and they are functioning properly.

I've also noticed a big difference in hook ups when constantly checking the bait (usually smelt for Me) to make sure it stays lively. Several times I'll have a rod fire within minutes of checking the rig/bait

good info, I don't use these but do check my baits often to make sure the smelt is lively and has not knotted up the leaders or sometimes swim up into holes. I've found it helps a lot.

[Hottuna5150]

good info, I don't use these but do check my baits often to make sure the smelt is lively and has not knotted up the leaders or sometimes swim up into holes. I've found it helps a lot.

Yeah, I've learned this the hard way with my heritage laker traps. Sat on a bait rob for longer than I care to. Now I check them about once an hour (depending on temp).

[MikeSJ]

That's a really good idea. What brand?

I use a product called Motorkote Spray.  I use it for everything.  Guns, reels, tip ups, jaw jackers, locks, door hinges,  For me it's like WD-40 on steroids.  Their products are worth checking out IMHO.

[Hottuna5150]

Thanks Mike. Appreciate it.