slotting a lure for metal lip
razorten
Posted 1/17/2010 9:44 PM (#417931)
Subject: slotting a lure for metal lip


what types of tools are best used for making the slot, I have been using my sliding miter saw - is there a easier way? thanks
Musky Madman
Posted 1/18/2010 5:16 PM (#418023 - in reply to #417931)
Subject: Re: slotting a lure for metal lip


I've made a few cranks using my miter saw as well. Would be interested to know what else works too. It can be difficult to get perfect alignment....
wolftackle84
Posted 1/18/2010 6:52 PM (#418041 - in reply to #417931)
Subject: Re: slotting a lure for metal lip




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Location: sun prairie,wi
band saw works good for me...
Kenslures
Posted 1/18/2010 7:29 PM (#418047 - in reply to #417931)
Subject: Re: slotting a lure for metal lip




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I cut all my lipslots in my blanks before I turn them. That way everyone is exactly the same & truly square. I use 1/8" polycarbonate for my lips & the saw blade slot is a nice tight 1/8" which is perfect. I put a piece of wood 1/8" thick in the lipslot while painting & detailing the bait. Then I epoxy the polycarbonate lip in place & its good to go. I also do the same with round stock. I made a square block with a centered hole the size of the dowel or round stock. It may take a few tries to get everything right the way you want it but once you have it there it will work for hundreds of baits. Hope this helps. Ken