.dsaavedra. Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 anyone care to shed any light on how to mold/cast hardbaits? i have a small 1 piece bait i just made and i really like the shape a lot, and i'd like to make a mold of it for reproduction. any info on how to mold and cast a hardbait will be greatly appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Bassin Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 I too would be greatly appreciative!!! I am interested in molding sectional swimbaits, with matching sides. Two piece's as to add hardware, then glue and epoxy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTfishingrods Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 If you do a search on this site the info should be here. I have not done it myself but remember reading either a post or tutorial on it using PVC pipe to form the mold, then filled with RTV around the master. Then using Alumalite to pour the actual blanks of the baits. I am next to positive this site is where I have seen this process at. It may just take some searching to find it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.dsaavedra. Posted October 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 now that you mention it i do remember that tutorial. the person made some kinda long snake-like hardbait. i'll go look for that tutorial now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Munkin Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 Do a seach for "foamies" or foam baits as there is tons of info on it. I made mine using Alumilite regular with microballoons added in a 2 piece silicone mold. Allen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish eyes Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 Home Projects and Hobbies | Smooth-On, Inc. This should help, i think i am going to try this. they show you how to make the molds if you go to the video section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeep Posted October 20, 2008 Report Share Posted October 20, 2008 Check Youtube; there lots of movies there that will enlighten you. YouTube - Broadcast Yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
