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I have a flapping craw trailer mold that when on the back of a jig and swam through the water the arms will fold back too far causing the arms to become entangled. I need to firm up the plastisol to gain a little separation between the arms, thanks guys for the replies
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Besides hardener how can you make your plastic firmer? Will adding salt firm it up?
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Search Larry dahlburg and you will see a tab for lure building. He discusses molding processes explains the different properties of all the alumilite products there is even an " ask larry" section
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You can actually make good money selling your baits, since your working out of your home you will have MANY deductions, phone bill portion of your elect bill Internet service, vehicle depreciation, mileage, interest on your vehicle payment, fuel and MANY, MANYothers. The key for you is to keep VERY good records and organize your receipts. My accountant has saved me thousands just last year. I also fish tournaments and she takes care of this also. An accountant is work the money you pay them.
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Put a small amount of acetone on a towel and wipe it on the lip. The paint will come right off. I have stripped literally hundreds of pre-rapala warts and I don't sand I use acetone, it works great.
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Anyone having any issues with Del? I ordered a mold (and paid for it on Friday haven't gotten any notification from him on shipment, delays or anything. I called there wend. and was told I would get a call from him that day and no call. Anyone else had any issues with them?
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I've brush coated literally thousands of baits with DN. Not once have I had it get gummy or stringy. If not using bloxygen it will indeed begin to cure 'thicken' I pour appeox the amount I will use into a spray paint can bottom flipped upside down. Then brush on to baits, if your DN is getting thick it can be thinned with Acetone but if it is thickening in the storage bottle then the curing process has begun and the working life of what's left in the storage bottle is almost up.
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I am one of Jim's larger customers and have purchased and sold hundreds of his baits. First off he is a ROCK SOLID person to deal with, he has the integrity to NOT sell you something not running correctly, has VERY fair prices. His eye selection is exceptional. He also carries split rings and his oval split rings are some of the best I have found. If you are not buying from Jim you are messing up great product great value and a super guy what else do you want. Thanks for the Superior service Jim!!! Tony R
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These are great baits. The Sammy and the pop max and pop max jr. Are equally good baits as well.
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Me as well please, Thank you
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They are VERY good ko's at least the ones from Jim (predator baits) I have caught many fish with them
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Folks are getting varios companys in china to develop a mold then they have to purchase a min. Of 1000 baits this is why it is hush hush. They are paying for the mold.
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On segmented swimbaits I brush on at least 3 coats of the original DN. Dipping won't work (seals the joints) and the epoxies are too thick at the joints.
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Shelf life is better than dn1 bloxygen has no effect on it it will thicken but I thin with acetone and it last a long time. The finish is great, hard and durable but the bubbles are unacceptable. My finish has to be perfect everytime and when using in very warm, humid environment I just couldn't achieve 100% perfection with it
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I have used KBS and have noticed the following; when applied during relative low humidity it is as good as DN1 but raise the humidity to over 50% and you get a bunch of bubbles, particularly around the eyes. I have tried many things to fix this issue to no avail. since I live in Arkansas where we normally have fairly high humidity I have stopped using kbs and went back to 2 coats of DN1 and then etex or 2ton for a final clearcoat. I still don't understand the bubble issue with this product.
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Lets Try This Again...what Name Brand Air Compreesor
Yardape replied to Brent R's topic in Hard Baits
I use the GMC compressor every day and have for about 6 months, the regulator will let you get down to 1 psi or up to 90 psi. When I am base coating a dozen baits (when I am using the most air) it will maybe kick on 2-3 times but it is soooo quiet you really don't notice it. My prior craftsman compressor was so loud you really needed hearing protection but this gmc compressor allows me to carry on a conversation or still hear my radio while it runs, Im telling you this is absolutely one of my best purchases to date. You won't be disappointed it is a GREAT unit. -
i also tested the DN2 and while it was ok I like the original better. I finish approx 150 baits a month and I use 2 coats of DN1 then after cured I use either etex or 2 ton as an additional coating to protect the entire bait and am very happy with the results (so are my customers) DN1 by itself is not very abrasion proof. the dn1 does however bond to the paint and if the epoxy coat is compromised the dn1 acts as a extra barrier
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Lets Try This Again...what Name Brand Air Compreesor
Yardape replied to Brent R's topic in Hard Baits
I bought a GMC compressor from walmart you can only buy on line type GMC compressor u tube to see a comparairison. It is EXTREMELY quiet and has a 4.6 gallon tank for around $225. I did a lot of looking around and am very happy with it -
Last year I bought more than 350 old warts from a buddy and have since sold them all on eBay. I stripped all mine with acetone I put a wide mouth jelly jar bout 1/2 full and quickly dip hold for a 3 count and immediately wipe with a towel keep clear water near by and once the paint is all gone clear water rinse to get all of the acetone residue off. It works fir me on most baits except Norman they use a gel coat and the acetone has no effect. Hope this helps
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This is the first plastic attempt . I've got a few questions. I gave a Pyrex cup really mix my plastic I put in the microwave and really watch it while heating. I haven't added gltter or color it comes out of the wave alreay too thick to pour what's the deal?? I cab paint the heck out if a crankbait but Im new at this soft plastic deal, HELP!!!
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I tried this once (thought it was my own dirty little secret) but my fingers got all tangled up in my belly hair and hands got locked down tight to my belly and I stained my belly with gobs of pink paint...........not a pretty sight
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I have won a bunch of money on both, they are very good baits
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I wonder what the hold up is?? Everyone on this site is learning to use different clears and this is going to hurt Dick Nite. I wish he would at least give us an update pperiodically
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Yes almost all of us use an airbrush, use the search and you will find a lot of info about this and many tricks. A compressor is the only way to go, good luck!! Be VERY careful this hobby is as addicting as any narcotic out there.
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You ROCK!!!!!!! You make the craziest shaped lures and I love them. Thank you for sharing and may you and your fsmily have a very Blessed holiday season.