wtfooptimax200 Posted June 24, 2009 Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 I was wondering if anyone on this website is using alumisol? I was originally turned onto the whole lure making topic by Larry Dahlberg's dvds in which he uses alumilite products exclusively, but I have heard almost no mention of it on here. Is it as good as the others (Calhoun's, M-F, lurecraft, etc.)? Branden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COBRA Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 was that the show when he made a top water prop bait out of the 2 part casting resin with micro bubbles? if so yes i have that resin and use it. its $30 something bucks for a 2 qrt. kit with a pint of silicone. i couldnt believe it when he added the micro bubbles and coughed from the dust, its like fumed silica, nasty nasty nasty stuff to breath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhahn427 Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 ......... as for the video ...... I got it for Fathers Day .......... guys it's the best I've ever seen ........ instant classic ......... 2 hours of the stuff he touches on in the shows ....... also some new concepts I hadn't thought about ......... like using 2 different RTV types for certain 2 part molds and the acrylic jig section was really interesting to me ......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COBRA Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 acrylic jig section? you mean tungsten powder and resin mix? where di you get this dvd? i have the powder and resin but never fooled with it yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveh Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 Larry Dahlberg's Hunt for Big Fish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhahn427 Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 acrylic jig section? you mean tungsten powder and resin mix? where di you get this dvd? i have the powder and resin but never fooled with it yet. On the Huntforbigfish website ..... it's in the estore ........ it's great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuskyGary Posted June 25, 2009 Report Share Posted June 25, 2009 Just what I was looking for! Just ordered the DVD, can't learn enough from these guys. Wish there were more DVD's on bait and plastic making. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VARick Posted June 30, 2009 Report Share Posted June 30, 2009 I too ordered the Dahlberg DVD. I'm a very visual person so watching was a great learning experience. Some of the video and audio was not that great but all and all just what I needed to get me over making hardbait molds and plugs. Perhaps a Tackle Underground DVD to include the tutorials along with pics from the galleries would be well received. So many options that can be included. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rixon529 Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 I just found Alumisol as I was surfing the web tonight and the same thought crossed my mind - I wondered if anyone on this site has used it. I did a quick search for Alumisol and this is the only thread I could find. I must have missed this one before... I'd like to hear from anyone who has used it. And maybe comment on comparison to any other soft plastics. The Alumilite manufacturer website has a "Dealer" section with a nationwide list of businesses that distribute their products. I have a couple places within 50 miles of me that - if they carry it - could save me a bundle in shipping costs depending on their retail price... I'd call them, but I don't think they're open at 9:30 at night. By the way, I hope everyone has a safe and happy Thanksgiving Holiday tomorrow! Anyway - anyone used any Alumisol? Thanks for any info/input. Rick SE CT Shoreline Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gone2long Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 Anybody notice how much that Alumisol smoked while heating up? sure looked like alot to me, I see no advantage to using it over any other brand including price! On a lighter note the color choices for the dye was kinda strange for fishing lures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pirillcc Posted November 26, 2009 Report Share Posted November 26, 2009 I have used Alumisol for some time...with fantastic results. I have not experienced any smoke. Reheats well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 Ive been using Alumisol on my swin bait tails after using MF. I had trouble filling the corners and bubbles with MF.The problem started when I thinned up my tails.This company is not really geared to the tackle industry so the lack of colors should not be a suprise. Larry is a good friend of the VP for the company which makes sense cause he only uses there products in his video and sells there products on his site. I use alot of there products so I just added it to my order and am glad I did. There customer service is second to none. Give them a try. Those are the only ones I have tried , I just started pouring more lately maybe in the future I will have more info. As for the Larry video it is good and gives alot of info. Got me going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBK Posted November 28, 2009 Report Share Posted November 28, 2009 Anybody notice how much that Alumisol smoked while heating up? sure looked like alot to me, I see no advantage to using it over any other brand including price! On a lighter note the color choices for the dye was kinda strange for fishing lures Mix 4 oz plastic with 1 drop African American, 2 drops Native American, and 1 drop Caucasian to make a perfect colored stick bait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
