Does this stuff hard pack when not in use? I had the Calhoun's and it was a bear to keep up with. Been using Caney and not having a problem. Just checking on my options.
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Does this stuff hard pack when not in use? I had the Calhoun's and it was a bear to keep up with. Been using Caney and not having a problem. Just checking on my options.
I use spike it it is good stuff but it is not bad for settling is much but you still have to shake a bottle or container the good thing about spike IT is that you can reheat it several times before it starts to yellow also it will clear the bubbles out faster by letting it sat for a minute or two before shooting but I think all the plastic out there you need to stir them I believe they all settle I have used 4 different plastics in spike it was the best.
I use it. Like snake says it definitely takes the heat very well. You do have to be a little more patient with it though. It does tend to bubble on initial cooking. The harder the compound the more bubbles. Just let the plastic sit a couple minutes after cooking and scoop off the top layer. ANother thing to consider is there plastic seems softer than whats advertised. Meaning there medium is softer than other brands medium.
Now if you degas the spike it plastic the bubbles aren't a problem!
snake are you using the pourasol or the injectasol? one is de-gassed?
the injectasol.Quote:
Originally Posted by liftbite56
Do-It will be announcing a new line of plastic that will fit in with the "Essential" line of molds and colorants. This plastic is very heat tolerant and cooks very clear without many bubble issues, but what I love about it is the amount of elasticity it has. The stuff stretches forever before it breaks. Welds between colors are rock solid too.
How do we go about getting samples of this new plastic I sure would like to try.Quote:
Originally Posted by CTom
I bit the bullet and ordered the pourasol, paid a few more dollars for the de- gassed version, soft!! Hey I had a neat discussion with a guy, about his opinion that certain soft plastisol are less likely to tear, like I thought? He says that a spongy soft plastic will give and have less tendency to tear? Your thoughts?
Ctom, went to do-it site read the plastic page and it sais this was a new plastic formulated for them. is this the new one or do I need to wait before I order the 2oo.oo kit to get started. Any help would be appreciated. Dave
Wait Fireman. The new plastic will be integrated into the on-line store very soon. Its worth the wait.
Thanks CTom, will wait for sure. hope they will incorperate it in their kits. Dave
we are getting a sample and I will let you guys know what I think of it the new plastic from do-it
Great. Sure would love to get a better plastic at a cheaper rate. :)
spike-it good prices and good quality plastic. I'm anxious to try out do-it new stuff.Quote:
Originally Posted by DrNip
Is do it dropping the old stuff? I have enjoyed their stuff thus far. No hardpack!!!
I do not know if do it is doing that I don't use or plastic anyway the old stuff I tried it their older plastics didn't care for it that's why we are waiting for a sample of their new stuff.
Nope. Do _ It is adding an entirely new line of plastic to their "essential" product line. Expanding the choices people have thru their on-line store. When the "essential" line of molds and colorants and what not get market ready the series will be available in retail stores like their jig molds are today.
I've been shooting the new plastic and its a great product.
CTom will you still be able to use their x2 colorant? Also could you tell me what thermometer you use to check your heat of the plastic. Thanks Dave
Dave......
Yes, the X2 colorant will fit right in with the new plastic or any other brand of plastic for that matter.
Here's the thermometer that Do-It lists on their store site... Proaccurate Digital Thermometer
This is a dandy thermometer and I have one just like it.
Thanks CTom, will get it when i order my kit. Dave