Vodkaman Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Mine takes less than 30 minutes. This is a real pain and causes me problems. But, if I wanted, I could have a production line set up in a day from a single female mold. Dave 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 You would have a hard time finding paint and clear coat for the silicone... I would try mixing in a colorant before pouring, experiment first to see if it affects the cure Just curious, how long does the average RTV take to set?... Mine takes at least 24 hours (sometimes more)... I dont mind waiting a day or two for a new mold, but if i were making lure pieces i believe i would find a quicker setting material If you mix a drop or two of water into your RTV silicone, it will set up much faster. How much water depends on how much silicone. Take a caulking gun with GE Clearseal or similar 100% silicone in it, squeeze out a 2" bead into a mixing bowl, add a drop and mix it for 10 seconds. Then see how long it takes to set. That should give you a good idea of how water acts as a catalyst. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkmeatballs Posted March 4, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 Just poured my first lure! I was disappointed to see a big air bubble on top, but other than that it looks great! Any ideas on how to avoid this problem in the future? Also does resin rot? I want to test it in the water first before painting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vodkaman Posted March 5, 2016 Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 Resin is water resistant and stable for testing. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkmeatballs Posted March 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 Ok thanks. So far resin seem so much better than wood! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark poulson Posted March 5, 2016 Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 Ok thanks. So far resin seem so much better than wood! Dude, you need to change your screen name. Every time I read one of your posts, I want to get up and make myself something to eat! Hahaha 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkmeatballs Posted March 5, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2016 HAhahahah lollll! This is my default fishing forum name. I don't even know why I chose it . Meatballs are great though 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkmeatballs Posted March 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2016 I'm making another mold and was wondering if I should cut the pour hole at the tail end of the lure. As I already said, my other mold kept making big air bubbles in my lures. Will putting the hole at the back make a difference? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travis Posted March 9, 2016 Report Share Posted March 9, 2016 I always try to look at the bait shape and mold in a fashion so that the high spot has the vent. On some designs it becomes necessary to have multiple vents however.You can cut small vents in trouble areas to eliminate the capture of air. Lots of time just a very small sliver of a wedge need to be removed. So small all you really get is a small nub that can be quickly sanded out after. For some designs I just mold vents in various potential trouble areas from the get go and just deal with the little bit of extra surface prep work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkmeatballs Posted March 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2016 Alright I guess I'll try putting the hole on the top again. Thanks for the advice everyone! I really appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porkmeatballs Posted April 1, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 Finished pouring a couple shad-style swimbaits and was wondering if I have to clear coat the resin part or if I could just leave it bare. I don't want to put it into the joints because it makes them stick... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
