Mixed easy (I like the easy dispense tubes);) Stuff seemed to tack up pretty quick though.....(should I cut back on the hardner?). Waiting for it to dry now....I can't wait to see finished result!:drool: Gonna see how I like it and if all goes well I got a batch in waiting that needs to be cleared!:happy:

Mix equal parts just like the directions suggest. You'll get a couple of plugs done before it sets up. There are other epoxies that take longer to set up. With systems three, for example, I could do 12 plugs easily before it starts to set up.

Jigman

bigfish whats 2 ton?
epoxy glue?
or clearcoat?

I am going to try the system 3 next....I want to find the one I like the best.:D

Its used for both I guess....thats what the package states....for "bonding".:huh:

if your thinking of clearcoating those plugs on the plug tree from like a week ago?

make sure you skuff them up. or it will come off in sheets.
either 1000 grit sandpaper or ultrafine scotch pad{grey}.
don't worry that your scratchin up the paint. the clear will hide the scratches,,,,,unless it's a metalic base..


:D

freak....
two ton is the Devcon 30 minute epoxy that they use for a top coat.

it comes in those double syringe dispensers at Walmart

im really happy with the devcon. i have been mixing it in small amounts for each plug. stuff hardens up nice.

how do you apply the epoxy? I havent gotten that far yet...brush it on with an acid brush?

Got it covered Mike....grey pads!:D Thanks!;)

Yeah...acid brushes.:)

clean them acid brushes good before use.
or you'll have little tiny pieces of acid brush stuck in there.:smash:

Cleaned em in alcohol.....anything else Picasso?:D

nope.
carry on.
we wanna see pics:D

Soon...been very busy makin' lots o' different plugs!:happy:

would you belive,,,,,,
i still don't have a bigfish original to hang on the wall? :huh:

I've been using the Devcon 2 ton also. Really like the stuff. Just make sure you mix it really good or you'll have sticky areas (ask me how I know). I have not been cleaning my brushes w2ith any solvent prior to use, Im concerned it will mess up the clear coat. I just work the brush a little and pull out any loose hairs. If a hair finds its way into the epoxy I just pull it out with a pin or teezers and add a little more epoxy to that area. Works for me. I tried using some pearlex pigment to ass some color to certain areas but didnt care for the muddy looking result. I DO however really like Diamond Dust. Its nice for adding a little flash to the whole plug or certain areas. If Im not doing the whole plug I will mix the epoxy plain and coat the entire plug, then add some diamond dust to what epoxy is left and brush it on the areas I want a little sparkle. Diamond Dust comes in about 12 colors, Ive been using the pearl color.

Try the black devcon.. gives a nice translucent blue color on an already black plug...
B

Ask me how I know :D

I used Devcon on a couple of my prototypes and was very happy with the results. Does this yellow over time?


There is a trick to using pearlex. Use a tiny tiny bit.

I don't have a Freak original either....wanna swap?:D

i NO! swap wit u.

u plug ho'

u no give back.

I will have a little sumthin' at X-mas party!;)

:D me too:D

Your turning into one hell of a plug "Ho" ya know that!:laughs:

I use Devcon 2 Ton and love it. Just besure to get a real good mix and brush it out thin. Hold irt up to a bright light as you apply it to look for voids in the coverage.
Hang inverted for half the dry time, then reverse. Should be great and smooth as glass.
I need a Big Fish Original as well.

It's all I ever use.

Plug came out nice....gotta put a thinner coat on next time.;) I like that "smooth as glass" finish!:D

a drop of ass-a-tone will make that poxy abit thinner and cut half those brissels off your acid brush for a better finish.

Thanks CS...that would make sense!:smash: Much appreciative of the tip.;)

Larry; When you cut the bristles in half, cut the length not the width ;)

:smash: ;)

THICKNESS:rolleyes: