Ed Brabant Posted June 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 That sounds very interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBassBo Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Ed, I wanna see the end product of this as bad as you do8O Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike-A-Pike Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 I've used split rings in open molds before and they work well.What about split rings spaced out held together with a fine thread. You may not even need to modify the stick mold for the string if it's fine enough. www.novalures.com I don't pour, that said, why not just daisy chain the split rings together and use a fine wire to hold them in place? Opinions and comments please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Bruce that's basically what I was describing but with a fine thread. The wire would hold the molds apart and cause flashing of the pour. The thread should flatten out and prevent this. I can't try it just now as we are expecting company for the evening and the major has given me my marching orders. LOL I'll try this tomorrow and post a pic if it works. I'll do it with clear plastic so it can be seen. www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Brabant Posted June 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 One of the back burner ideas is a spring. Lee spring has a tremendous selection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBassBo Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Sprigs would probably work too. Get one that doesnt have a gap between the coils so when you slip your hook through its held tight. I like that idea alot. I think either way would work just as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senkosam Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 I like the dryer sheet idea - unscented of course. LOL Double up with two narrow layers across the cavities before closing the mold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 I think the sheet thing may cause a problem with clogging. The plastic will collect on it because it will not heat up as much as metal. www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GB GONE Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 I have access to some interesting medical supplies and found some mesh that is used in helping to repair skin. Very durable, flexible and heat resistant. I am sure it is very expensive but the samples I have will last me a lifetime... Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senkosam Posted June 27, 2008 Report Share Posted June 27, 2008 I think the sheet thing may cause a problem with clogging. The plastic will collect on it because it will not heat up as much as metal. Nova, I don't know if it will be a problem as long as the hot plastic flows around it on either side when laid across the cavity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Ok guys. I just finished doing the splitring thing;lol. First I put the splitrings on the thread and lined them up in the mold. Second, put the mold together and pull the string from each side to center the rings. Tighten the mold to flaten the string. Pour the baits and let cool a little. Then open the mold and pull the string right through the baits. As you will notice there are bubbles in the plastic as well as voids. This was cause by the thread. I used ordinary sewing thread which caused the plastic to bubble. This can be avoided by using waxed flytying thread; which will be easier to pull through the baits. Give this a try; it's quite easy to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted June 28, 2008 Report Share Posted June 28, 2008 Here's the last pic. Couldn't get it on the first post. www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattlures Posted June 30, 2008 Report Share Posted June 30, 2008 I told you guys to do this at least a year ago. Use drywas tape. You know the sticky fiberglass mesh. No need to alter your mold just cut a half inch strip and lat it across the mold. Close the mold tight and pour. The bait pours great, stays flexable and is much more tare risistant for wacky rigging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Brabant Posted July 3, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2008 I picked up a roll of mesh tape last night. Look like it will work well. I am new to the site and did not know that anyone else had posted this idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattlures Posted July 4, 2008 Report Share Posted July 4, 2008 Ed its great that you posted your findings. Obviously when I posted it the guys missed it. It was deep in a heated thread about knock offs. It seems that a lot of guys just ask questions instead of actualy trying to figure things out on there own or doing experiments. You tried something and it worked and then you decided to share it with everybody. Good on you! That is how you learn. Actualy to tell the truth sometimes I learn more when my ideas DONT work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bait Co. Posted July 5, 2008 Report Share Posted July 5, 2008 I think I might try the split ring in my stiks. I might also try and put some glass rattles in their to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimcline Posted July 5, 2008 Report Share Posted July 5, 2008 Ed, just curious who you got your mold from. I'm looking to get a stick bait mold too. Thanks, JIM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bait Co. Posted July 5, 2008 Report Share Posted July 5, 2008 I am not sure were nova got his mold at. You can get them at Del-Mart Molds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nova Posted July 5, 2008 Report Share Posted July 5, 2008 I am not sure were nova got his mold at. You can get them at Del-Mart Molds. Got them from Bob's. www.novalures.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bait Co. Posted July 6, 2008 Report Share Posted July 6, 2008 Sorry I always forget about Bob's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Brabant Posted July 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2008 I got mine from Del. I had a friend of mine cut the slot in the mold. Yesterday I tried the fiberglass joint tape. Looks like it will work out well. The self sticking is a good thing. It stays where you put it. I doubled up the fiberglass joint tape and the fine mesh screen. That really worked well. Excellent hook holding. And it really resists the hook tearing out. I like Stankdogs "French wire keepers" idea. I think that will help prevent the bait from sliding back through the hole it made in the bait. Is there anyone who makes a hook with a barb at the bend? To prevent the hook from pulling back through the hole in the bait? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
