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0723

Posted 9/27/2006 6:30 PM (#211217)
Subject: problems with a prop style topwater floating?

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Need help or problems you have had in the past.bill

Will Dykstra

Posted 9/28/2006 8:39 AM (#211307 - in reply to #211217)
Subject: RE: problems with a prop style topwater floating?

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Is it a Topper Stopper? It could be leader wieght or the overall weight of the componants compared to the actual weight of the wood.

muskymeyer

Posted 9/28/2006 8:55 AM (#211316 - in reply to #211217)
Subject: RE: problems with a prop style topwater floating?

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Different densities of the same wood can cause problems. Wood closer to the center of the tree is heavier than wood towards the outside of the tree. The trick is to have a design that works with any density wood of the same species. Things such as wire diameter, hook size, blade material and other hardware required will also play a part in getting a topwater lure to stay on top. Painting techniques (spraying versus dipping) and clear coat types (epoxy versus spray poly) will also add weight to a lure.
There are many more little items that effect buoyancy but I think you get the idea.

If you have any more specific questions pm me if you like.

Corey Meyer

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