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One part of testing that I've found that needs more attention is when plug is done the weigth between paint ,epoxy and hooks changes drasticly compared to what the plug is like just sealed. An oldtimer told me to do it right make 12 bodies. Set up 2 with weights inplace and float in the tub to see how they set. Then finish them complete and test again to get boyancy tested so you'll see how the plug floats. There will be a difference. Take out and cast an retreive them.Keep good notes.take 2 more plugs-making sure you mark all so you don't mix them up,then try relocating weights keepin good notes on location of weights and depth in plug.Float test then finish and repeat float test.Go cast them and see the difference in how they run.You now have a very good base line to decide what you will want to do with the plug to make it swim deeper or track higher. The info you'll have will give you what you need for any plug of a simmilar style as far as how much difference each relocation made on how the plug acts.Something as simple as placing a heavier weight in front of a lighter one will make a huge diff on how a plug works.The other 8 you have left you can copy the best plug you like and make some to play with. Have fun with it but taking the time does have some fantastic benefits. Ron
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