Hey Rich, First thing you need to use some distilled alcohol to clean your plastics of oils and such. Then take some 80-100 grit sandpaper and give it a vigerious rubbing, then apply the paint to whats left of your bait,  put in in the pre-heated oven with the temp set on low, (don't ask how I know) then remove after 10min. carefully put on a cooling rack, then after that they'er ready to use. or you can do what I do and just be real careful with the liquid dip.   If there's anything else you need help with just give a yell! Brian (The Weedwalker)   P.S. make sure the fire extingisher is nearby........

Rich, are you referring to hard plastics like crankbaits?? Try using the paints that are made for plastic model aircraft etc.....

Rich, I've only used "Ranger" brand dyes. Russ Baker used to rep for them. The dyes worked fine, but I gotta say, I never caught a fish on something I dyed. I would speculate that it's the scent or salt on the plastic you're trying to dye that's causing problems.

As always, I'll suggest trying three or four stocked colors, and don't worry about it. Light, dark, or in between. Green Pumpkin seems to always work for me, but if I have to, I'll use Watermelon and not worry about it. It's just not that important...close is good enough. IMHO.  C&R, Steve

I think I have some of that Spike-it stuff, but it isn't paint. It is a liquid and smells like paint thinner(strong smell). I have never had any problem with it. You dip it in and shake the excess off and it dries in a few minutes. I'll double check the name on the label for you. I have used chartruese and red.

O.K.  another trip to Sportco.  I have the spike-it and a couple others but like you talked about they have slimy clumps in them.  Maybe they are just no good.  I will check them in the store.  If I come across some that have been opened before I will know you have been there.

Thanks, Rich

Rich,

Quit snorting the dye. It usually works better when you use it right. Ha,ha
Russ