Modify Your Plastics!

**Ron Redington** · 01-25-2010, 07:53 AM

Originally Posted by rjf3

Ron you can add rattles.

#1 fits in a 7/32" hole 13/16" deep.
Russ

I hear ya Russ...tried it. The problem with the Glass Worm rattles is, they loose a lot of their effectiveness when you encapsulate them in foam

**Ron Redington** · 01-25-2010, 08:02 AM

Originally Posted by Frank Mihalic

But paint does not compare to the durability you've added to the light tackle lures. Even smaller fish have ripped the hangers out of my Mabos and RedFins.

Say goodbye to the bent, twisted, pulled hanger days

Fishing small baits for big fish is no longer an issue

The ability to customize is perfect for those of us who like to improve our tackle. The foam and wire add a perfect balance of weight at flotation.

And that's not all! I'm planning to do another How-To on adding weight to your modified lures through the use of magnets.

Stay tuned....

**Ron Redington** · 01-25-2010, 08:04 AM

Originally Posted by Joseph Lamberty

Watch out Ron , You may start a Manufacturing revolution,...and NOW we'll have to pay more for lures outta the "Box". Thanx Alot!... LOL.....Lets keep this a Bass Barn secret!.

You got it! I won't tell anyone...promise

**Ron Redington** · 01-25-2010, 08:07 AM

Originally Posted by PeteE

i got dave workin in a few for me when he's bored.

You and me both...LOL!

It wouldn't surprise me if he recruits some of the guys he used to work with back in his golf course days. I can see'em now setting up an assembly line in his basement...LOL!

**CharlieM** · 01-25-2010, 10:51 AM

If 5" mambo's fish well after these alterations, you struck gold. I'll definitely be trying this to a couple. Thanks!

**Ron Redington** · 01-25-2010, 01:07 PM

Originally Posted by CharlieM

If 5" mambo's fish well after these alterations, you struck gold. I'll definitely be trying this to a couple. Thanks!

Charlie, I'm confident you'll find they fish well after the modifications

We've been catching fish with them for the past two years.

After building/fishing 5" Mambos, here are a few suggestions you may want to consider before getting started on your own...

1. The lure could use a little more "bite." Adding a small amount of weight forward should do the trick.

Not that I need to tell you how to weight a lure, but I'm very close to posting a How-To on weighting modified plastics. I should have it posted sometime this evening.

2. I always wanted to try wiring the lure with a thinner diameter wire. Something thinner then 0.062". This might be something you'll want to try?

Have fun with your modifications! If there is anything I can help you with, etc,...you know how to reach me

**CharlieM** · 01-25-2010, 02:23 PM

Ron,

I imagine the 5" mambo is a fickle plug, and that you have to be careful. I know its fickle in its factory model, in what size hooks it fishes with best. But if you have had good success in what you have already done, it definitely will motivate me a bit more.

I have some lighter wire,.045 I think. It would be perfect to little plugs instead of the .062. Tell me what lengths you want and I would be glad to send it to you.

One question I have. I know some foams absorb and hold water over time. Have you noticed this with the expanding foam you are using? It looks like the typical foam you get at Home Depot. I never tried using it it outdoor applications.

**Ron Redington** · 01-25-2010, 02:56 PM

Originally Posted by CharlieM

Ron,

I imagine the 5" mambo is a fickle plug, and that you have to be careful. I know its fickle in its factory model, in what size hooks it fishes with best. But if you have had good success in what you have already done, it definitely will motivate me a bit more.

Agreed Charlie! The 5" Mambo can be "fickle." One of the nice things about my modification process is that it gives you the ability to experiment with different things. For example, hook positioning and weight. You can even try using different size tails or no tails at all. The modification gives you flexibility over customizations like never before. If one configuration doesn't do what ya want it to do, tweek it a bit.

Once you get your Mambo the way you want it, you've got your template for future modifications

I have some lighter wire,.045 I think. It would be perfect to little plugs instead of the .062. Tell me what lengths you want and I would be glad to send it to you.

That would be perfect Charlie! I've actually got some of the thinner wire myself, I just haven't built any Mambos with it...yet. Thanx for the offer!

One question I have. I know some foams absorb and hold water over time. Have you noticed this with the expanding foam you are using? It looks like the typical foam you get at Home Depot. I never tried using it it outdoor applications.

I've been using GREAT STUFF - a DOW product. It's air-tight and water resistant. It can be used in doors or out. So far (2+ years) I have not noticed any issues with the foam absorbing/holding water.

I'd imagine it may begin to absorb water if held under water for long periods of time? Na! Scratch that! If that was the case Pop Pop's lures would have soaked up water by now. He fishes more often then not

Good luck with your mods charlie! I'm looking forward to seeing some of your creations

**Ron Redington** · 01-25-2010, 08:50 PM

I posted a thread on how to add weight to your modified plastic lures.

Click Here!

**Ron Redington** · 01-25-2010, 09:03 PM

Here is a modified Jointed 6" Bomber I think you guys (and gals) will appreciate...

In this case I added a 2nd belly hook and removed the jointed tail. The tail was replaced with a Mogambo grub.

There are so many things you can do with this modification

**DJ COAST** · 01-26-2010, 12:38 AM

Ron, where's the "like" button. OMG, what an awesome tutorial. This needs to go in a fishing mag somewhere....

...djc.

**Super Googan** · 01-26-2010, 04:17 AM

Outstanding Idea !!

I can't wait to try this!! The 7"redfin was my best producer last year but I did drop quite a few fish. NOT THIS YEAR!!

Do you add weight to the 7" redfin ?

**Ron Redington** · 01-26-2010, 07:05 AM

Originally Posted by DJ COAST

Ron, where's the "like" button. OMG, what an awesome tutorial.

Glad ya like it DJ

**Ron Redington** · 01-26-2010, 07:26 AM

Originally Posted by Super Googan

Outstanding Idea !!

I can't wait to try this!! The 7"redfin was my best producer last year but I did drop quite a few fish. NOT THIS YEAR!!

No disrespect to the 7" Redfin. We all know it's a proven producer...a "classic." The #1 problem with the Redifn (in my mind) is the hook arrangement. I mean...if you're using them to catch Bass (as many of us do) wouldn't you prefer two belly hooks over 1 belly hook? What's the tail hook for anyway? In my experiences tail hooks are great for foul hooking fish and putting holes in your waders.

The through-wired construction, non-fixed hangers, bucktail hair for a taill, and ability to adjust depth are added benefits

Do you add weight to the 7" redfin ?

You certainly can!

I just posted a full-blown How-To on adding weight to your modified lures.

Click Here For HOW TO LOAD MODIFIED LURES

One of the benefits of weighting a modified Redfin over "loading" a stock Redfin with water, etc. is the fact that the modified version will never leak out. Once you weight a modified lure, it's weighted for life. A stock Redfin can develop cracks around hangers or along seams, allowing any fluids you may have added to seep out.

With my technique you can add weight to your Redingfin EXACTLY were you want it. This is done through the use of magnets and steel balls or steel shot. Please be sure to read the How-To I posed - Click Here.

If you enjoy fishing Redfins, you're gonna luv the Redingfin

**Ron Redington** · 01-26-2010, 07:32 AM

Here's a picture of a Custom Painted Parrot - Redingfin. Check out the red gills and big red eyes

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