cbj11lbs Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Hello everyone, does anybody know how companies like Culprit and a few others get their baits to be so oily even after months on a shelf? Do they literally let the baits marinate in worm oil as they cure for 48 hours?? I let my baits cure for at least 24 hours then bag them and apply worm oil generously to the bag and shake em up. But after a week or so they are not oily anymore. I know the baits will absorb some oil but I don't want to use a whole lot more oil because it does eventually add up to costs. Thanks guys. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Mf plastic does that same thing all on it own. I have some old sprues and they do have a layer of oil on the bottom. They have a spoiled smell to them though. Sorta turns my stomach a bit. Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Painter1 Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 After they cool, I put them in a tupperware container, generously squirt in the worm oil scent and shake to coat. Let it set at least overnight, but usually I squirt in another dose, shake again and let it cure. It is then jusdt slick enough to bag without being oily. I got this tip from one of you veterans - thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallmouthaholic Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Some plastisols bleed oil and can create an oily mess after 4-5 months in the bag- which i have experienced 1st hand from 2 different manufacturers of plastisol. I personally don't want to rig an oily bait ,then wipe it on my shirt /pants.Now my hands are oliy and they must be washed w/ soap and water to remove the slimy mess. Scent impregnated baits w/out the oily mess gets my customers vote of approval . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bass-Boys Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 what type of bag are you using ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmullen99 Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 Hey guys, quick question has anyone ever added coffee grinds or minced garlic to the plastic and poured? I've read threads that people squirt oil(garlic or other scent) to impregnate but never saw anyone actually add like minced garlic, granulated garlic etc.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassinfool Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 Don't add raw garlic to your baits, it will turn rancid and can be a possible source of botulism. Instead, infuse the oil with the scent and then use it. You can do this two ways: either heat the oil up on a heating element slowly (has a very low smoke point) with your garlic in it OR get something like a mason jar and put your garlic or coffe grounds in it, add worm oil and then leave it on your porch in the sun for 2 weeks giving it a shake every day or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 Or just buy some garlic-flavored and coffee-flavored scent that's made for soft plastics. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbj11lbs Posted July 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 I am using worm bags from clear bags. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmullen99 Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 Don't add raw garlic to your baits, it will turn rancid and can be a possible source of botulism. Instead, infuse the oil with the scent and then use it. You can do this two ways: either heat the oil up on a heating element slowly (has a very low smoke point) with your garlic in it OR get something like a mason jar and put your garlic or coffe grounds in it, add worm oil and then leave it on your porch in the sun for 2 weeks giving it a shake every day or two. Thanks for the input! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ipt Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 i add a few drops to the bags and coat the inside walls with oil. i hate oily baits but doing this gives them enough oil to stay on the shelf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bass-Boys Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 I am using worm bags from clear bags. thanks that's a good bag. must be the plastic is soaking it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
