Swimb8 Slinger Posted November 21, 2023 Report Share Posted November 21, 2023 I am currently working on my first swimbait and Im actually pretty happy with the way it looks, and have some questions. Should I mold it before I cut the joints? How do I mold it? What materials do I need to make the mold? Are there videos on how to make a mold? I could use some help on this, once I do it 1 time I'll remember but I'm a little lost on where/how to get started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FishinGang916 Posted November 21, 2023 Report Share Posted November 21, 2023 For 2 part molds you build a box (most use legos) . Fill half with clay (sculpy) then trace your bait on clay and remove clay till you reach the center line of your bait. Add a few nubs and some vents in sections you feel may trap air to avoid inperfections. Rub clay with vaseline and pour the silicone. Once cured remove clay from bottom, flip it, box it , and repeat the vaseline rub then pour 2nd half. This is a rough draft so I'd watch a YouTube video for a visual demonstration. Check out solar baits AzjoefishSb and Swimb8 Slinger 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Process77 Posted November 21, 2023 Report Share Posted November 21, 2023 YouTube it. Tons of videos out there. As for the cut the joint before or after question, I would suggest after. This way you can tune the bait, you can always cast a new mold once you're happy. Swimb8 Slinger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flaswimbaiter Posted November 21, 2023 Report Share Posted November 21, 2023 Engineered Angler on YouTube Swimb8 Slinger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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