Cougarftd Posted January 23, 2015 Report Share Posted January 23, 2015 I just used some GST, (first time in awhile)...I shook it up in case of separation . Dipped it and the bait was fully dried after one day with almost no smell to it. I am wondering if the key was shaking it up before I used it. I have dipped 4 more times since with the same result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nedyarb Posted July 19, 2015 Report Share Posted July 19, 2015 My menards said gst has been discontinued Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cougarftd Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 good thing is if you purchased a gallon it should last about 20 years....stuff goes a long way 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nedyarb Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 I tried the rustoleum brand that the guy ssid replaced gst...so far I like it better. Dries in just a couple hours and is much more durable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cougarftd Posted July 28, 2015 Report Share Posted July 28, 2015 I looked up at our Menards and they still have it...in 5 gallon buckets as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
west point bass Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 GST has several kinds of concrete products,which one do I want? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW Lures Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 I'm new to crankbait carving, not painting of blanks. So my concerns is of the water proofing of the "prototype" for testing. Tell me if I'm wrong, but what I get out of this thread is it can be used as a sealer (Eagle Supreme, which I can get). Then a water base color (Createx) scheme can be put over the sealer. There seems to be a consensus that a Created Clear Coat should be put on at this point just for a buffer from the paint and the clear coat. Finally the Eagle brand can be used as a clear coat. If this can be done, heats sets are a must for the paint and a cure time is needed for the Eagle. Is sanding need between layers of the Eagle on the sealer coats? Am I right? Thanks for your thoughts. Dale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barr5150 Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Yes, there are guys using concrete sealer as a seal coat. I'm not one of them but I know a few who do. And yes, you will need to sand between seal coats if you want a smooth surface to paint on. Basically, depending on the wood your using, the first dip is going to raise the grain of the wood so when it's dry you'll need to sand it. After the second dip you might be good to go. You'll have to try it and see what it looks like. If it's still ruff you'll need to sand and dip again. One thing to watch out for is making sure the sealer is completely cured before moving on to paint. With GST it might be a few weeks??? If it's not dry it could bubble under your color coats when you heat set them. It's happened to me before on some different sealers I've used. If everything goes right and you have the paint work done, yes you will need to topcoat the lure with more GST. There is info in this thread on how many dips, time between dips, etc. Good luck! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW Lures Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Thank you much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centigrade Posted November 13, 2015 Report Share Posted November 13, 2015 Does anyone have a link to this GST product so i can view it. I'm assuming its the one everyone's raving about but i'm not quite sure. Seems cheaper then Alumi UV by a mile Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonister Posted November 16, 2015 Report Share Posted November 16, 2015 I'm looking for a new topcoat as well, I have not been to happy with the AC1315 so I'm looking for something thin and light. I am unsure if I should get Gst or KBS but want to check all options. I am not sure which Gst everyone is referring to. Does anyone have a link? I know this is old but I'd hate to get the wrong sample. Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mohawkman Posted November 16, 2015 Report Share Posted November 16, 2015 Not impressed with it. http://www.gstinternational.com/products/lacquer-based-sealers/high-gloss-wet-look-lacquer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted November 16, 2015 Report Share Posted November 16, 2015 From what I've found out with AC1315, and read here about the other concrete sealers, they all seem to not play well with plastisol. I still use it, but, when I do, I put a final layer of clear nail polish over it. That way I don't have to worry about anything touching them. Otherwise, it's like having my kids in the car. "He touched me!". Hahaha 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PondBoss Posted November 16, 2015 Report Share Posted November 16, 2015 KBS all the way. I have not layed any plastics on it yet to see how it reacts, but the overall finish is like epoxy. It thinner and you can dip and hang. Win WI! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonister Posted November 16, 2015 Report Share Posted November 16, 2015 Thanks for the link! I found it on their website without a price but home depot has Eagle high gloss and I think it's the same stuff but I'm not sure. Menard's is discontinuing it and the nearest store is 650 miles from me so I will probably be getting it online from somewhere. Unless Eagle is the same. I don't plan on it you hung plastics so if it cures good it will work just fine. AC1315 just won't cure over anything but epoxy for me. Even with a change of paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonister Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 Does anyone have a good link to where I could possibly purchase eagle supreme or GST international online? I found both websites but it seems they both don't sell online to non-commercial people. I also found GST at Menard's but only in stores. Home Depot has eagle supreme but in 5 Gallon buckets. I definitely don't need 5 gallons. I'm willing to try both so anything can help. Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mohawkman Posted November 21, 2015 Report Share Posted November 21, 2015 You can have my GST if you want to arrange shipping. I've only used a jars worth. Message me if you're interested. I was just gonna pitch it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centigrade Posted November 29, 2015 Report Share Posted November 29, 2015 Do you use Devon two ton Mohawk? I can't get gst or eagle in Canada unfortunately to test it but I like the results I've gotten with armour coat 5 min epoxys but it's hard to get all the bubbles in time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mohawkman Posted November 29, 2015 Report Share Posted November 29, 2015 I do use Devcon 30 minute. It works great but I don't like the thick coat. I'm testing something else now with hopes to replace Devcon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centigrade Posted November 30, 2015 Report Share Posted November 30, 2015 E & B tackle uses alumi uv and swears by it but I can't afford the shipping. Its worth googling they have a video for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
