dannyp Posted November 30, 2008 Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 do you use on your lead baits (if not powder coating)????? I have used some from Tamayra (sp) fine primer and after I paint and cure and clear it still will chip if dropped from as little as 3' high. OR what step am I missing or doing wrong Thanks Ps this site is awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplextackle Posted November 30, 2008 Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 all paint will chip, but powder is the most " chip resistant " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benny Posted November 30, 2008 Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 Ihave found you can use clear nail enamel from the wifes beauty box:)also devcon 2 ton does good .thats if you dont powdercoat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman Posted November 30, 2008 Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 Danny P, I never use a primer. I put a base coat on my multi-color jigs, which is part of the color. On 1 color jigs I use only the color that it is supposed to be. As far as chipping goes triplextackle is dead right on his answer all paint will chip. Lot of it has to do with lead composition. Softer purer lead will chip or crack faster, because naturally it is softer and more susceptible to denting. Harder lead will take more abuse when powder painted. You have to find a happy medium based on your pouring style and skill on what lead mix gives you the best complete pours, without wasting a lot of time. Pure lead pours the easiest and you get the most complete pours. 50/50 mix is what I generally strive for, works the best for me. I can pour straight hard lead with no problems. But there are a lot of variables here. What type of mold, mold pouring angle, mold air vents, lead fluxing, heated hooks, outside temp, and what time of the year it is? I don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
