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Thats only so the mold will close with a bigger diameter hook. Sometimes the larger hook soaks the heat out of the lead too fast. You might add a small vent in the bottom of the collar to let air out and lead in faster before cooling...
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I personally have never experienced any difference with humidty. If you are pouring outside with lower temps, or with a low pot you can experience this. I would make sure the pot is screaming hot, Mold on top getting screaming hot, full pot of lead on high, clean the nipple with a spinnerbait wire, paper clip etc. Smoke the mold with a candle and put the nipple right into the pour hole and "inject" that sucker with lead. Thats what I do. Lead Molding Basics - Casting problem diagnostic guide
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I modify all my molds for bigger hooks. I hate a small hook. Sometimes you can put the bigger hook in the mold and slam it shut, or set it on a bench and tap a hammer around the mold. If this does not fully fix your issue, You can normally see where the dremmel needs to be used. It's worth doing for sure. I also fill areas with permatex
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I used to cut off a 4 inch piece of broom handle. install a framing nail in one side and a finish nail in the other. Cut off both heads and file off the burs. I'd dot with the big one and after a few min, dot with the other side. Worked great for me. I forget the nail sizes I used, But thats just preference anyway. I used CSI vinyl paint.
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Thanks alot guys... I think I found what I want. Not sure how I missed it though. Do it makes a keel model buzzbait in the sizes I want and has the forward wire and skirt collar where I need it. Now I'm gonna look for a used one or just buy a new one. This project is for next season and I'm looking forward to catching some night bass on it. Do-it Molds: Buzz-Keel Buzzbait
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I have that mold, But I'm not sure it has enough keel to keep a number 5 colorado from spinning/rolling the bait....
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I know it's an Erie Dearie Thats where I got the pic.. I'd rather have a minnowhead with a collar, But beggers can't be you know.
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Anyone know where I can buy pre poured/painted inline spinners with a keel so you don't need to use a swivel on your line? I want one that I can tie a round rubber skirt onto. I think I have seen something like this before, But I can't find it. I'd like to find some in the 1/4-1/2 oz range. I would consider pouring my own too, If someone can show me where I can get the molds. This is more like a musky bait that I will be using for bass fishing at night. Thanks... Maybe something similar to this. I will be putting the blade on the front and hook in the back.
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Yep... 700* and if it ever did wear out/leak... You drill it back out and fill it up again. http://www.permatex.com/products/Automotive/automotive_gasketing/gasket_makers/auto_Permatex_Ultra_Copper_Maximum_Temperature_RTV_Silicone_Gasket_Maker.htm
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I hate flash so much, I drill almost all of my molds eyelets out deep and fill with permatex copper rtv silicone to the top over full and razor blade flush after it dries. This eliminates all my trouble. But thats just me.
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Click here> Collins Customs - Custom Mold Products Then look on the left for freshwater/ spinnerbait. You slacker.
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Isnt this a tackle making forum? Are you too lazy to make them yourself? Collins Customs, Freshwater pg 1
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Thanks for the offer.... I might just keep looking for a deal on a wobblehead mold to modify. I thought about using the spinner blades, But I want something more consistant in size and weight like a mold. Mike
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I actually have already made this mold out of my heart shaped buzz bait mold. It does not stand up the bait to my liking., Keep on keeping on please.
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OK... After doing some more research, It appears that the bend up is too long for any of the hooks to get out to the nose. I did a search for wobblehead on e-bay and got many pics to compare. When your lying in bed tonight, Try and come up with a better way for me...
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Thanks guys, I have never seen that mold. I wish I would have known yesterday as I was at Cabelas. I might be able to work that mold the way I want.... Keep looking for me though.. Mike
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I too have done the JB Weld trick and eye mods, But this is not even close to the arky head. I have those molds. I have 60+ of those. I want to make a stand up head out of this one. Nice wide flat bottom without a ton of weight, and has a somewhat pointed front to come through the weeds.
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Or one similar that I can modify to get it there.. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Goby Sled - Custom made high quality bait from Buckeye Lures in Martinez, Georgia. Fishing lures, spinner baits, buzz baits, jigheads, ribazon sea with, spot remover, spot remover finesse jig, mop jig, jiggin blade, spinners and much more. Mike
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Mark @ Mustang wire is great to deal with.
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These might help some>> Make your own spinner baits, buzz baits and inline spinner baits Directions, How to make spinnerbaits
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Have you tried Mark>>> Mustang Wire Products, Inc. - Home Page
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Just think what us tackle guys could do with this machine. http://widgets.nbc.com/o/47f1317f105123ad/498ebd00a62edaa0/47fe70d4555df05a/9e46bd46/-cpid/ba4377d3bfd6c81
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My sniffer must be broke. I don't huff the stuff, But I can't smell anything unless I try real hard. No smell or problems for me.
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I use it on homemade wood baits and they look great. I imagine that you might not get as good of scale effect on a platnic bait.
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I jumped on the EWG bend style jig hook bandwagon when they first came out and bought many thousands at a time. It did not take long for me and my customers to figure out we were missing bites and loosing more fish than with the round bend styles. There are still people that think differently, But I personally will not use them in any bait I throw unless I was to bend the hook/point up some. I try and put the biggest round bend hook in my baits that they will allow and still be functual.