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Got Stripers · 08-11-2000, 09:35 PM

It could be too hot, if you microwave to jump start things that can cause problems or salt if your trying to add it can cause bubbles. You don't want to get plastic too hot for a couple of reasons, first it can burn and the result will smell burnt, second the color youv'e added will be affected. That's especially true when pouring lighter shades, which tend to darken under too much heat. Could also be the plastic, which I can't comment on. Unless the bubbles are really severe and ruining the final result, I would be too concerned about it.

If your not using a microwave when melting down old baits, give it a try. I cut my old baits down into small pieces, put them in a coffee cup, about 3-1/2 minutes on high in the microwave and into the melting pot almost ready to pour. Another good product for striper baits is Fish Oil, which is made from Menhadden and the stuff really stinks. If your looking for a good scent additive that the stripers will recognize, this stuff works great. The only drawback is it tends to turn the plastic somewhat yellow, so it works best if your looking for that color or working with darker colors that will mask it.

Tight lines, hope that helps.

08-11-2000, 09:35 PM	#5
Got Stripers Ledge Runner Baits iTrader: (0) Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: I live in a house, but my soul is at sea. Posts: 8,618	RE:Home Made Soft Plastics It could be too hot, if you microwave to jump start things that can cause problems or salt if your trying to add it can cause bubbles. You don't want to get plastic too hot for a couple of reasons, first it can burn and the result will smell burnt, second the color youv'e added will be affected. That's especially true when pouring lighter shades, which tend to darken under too much heat. Could also be the plastic, which I can't comment on. Unless the bubbles are really severe and ruining the final result, I would be too concerned about it. If your not using a microwave when melting down old baits, give it a try. I cut my old baits down into small pieces, put them in a coffee cup, about 3-1/2 minutes on high in the microwave and into the melting pot almost ready to pour. Another good product for striper baits is Fish Oil, which is made from Menhadden and the stuff really stinks. If your looking for a good scent additive that the stripers will recognize, this stuff works great. The only drawback is it tends to turn the plastic somewhat yellow, so it works best if your looking for that color or working with darker colors that will mask it. Tight lines, hope that helps.