eriesteelheader
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Cleaning Plugs?
I have some older crankbaits and plugs that over the years have picked up some "dirt." Is there any solvent or such that you can recommend that I use on the to clean the bodies without harming the finish? I want to do that and put some new hooks on them. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
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Bughawk
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/24 12:00:39
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I would think any mild detergent would do. What about dish soap?
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/24 14:15:27
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Dish soap doesn't do it....
Remove the hooks and rub with rubbing compound/polisher (all purpose) that is used for car finishes.
Works great!
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/24 14:19:25
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eriesteelheader,
Dishwashing detergent does work well. Also you can use an old soft toothbrush to scrub with. For spoons, plain Colgate toothpaste or baking soda again with a toothbrush. For fungi or algae try straight clorox. If the lures are REALLY old you might want to have them appraised. Some of those puppies bring BIG bucks. But they almost have to be from the 20's & 30's.
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/24 14:40:53
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I use Mean Green Super Strength Cleaner & degreaser only $2 at general daller stores works greate on anything
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/24 15:02:40
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/24 18:30:01
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If baking soda scrubbed on with a toothbrush wouldn't clean it it needs repainted.
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/24 18:36:56
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Old plugs seldom have much value, unless they mint, or near mint, and have the original box.
Get Informed, Get Involved, And Make A Difference. Step Up, or Step Aside The next time you say "Somebody should do something", remember that YOU are somebody. GL
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/24 19:14:48
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yeah your right spoon about the box my brother in law collects martin 48a or 49a automatic fly reels the box is a must
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/25 08:36:01
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Thanks for the replies - the plugs are plastic crankbaits. I think they need more than just dishwashing liquid - but I don't want to harm the finish or remove the color. So I'm hearing baking soda is the way to go - maybe clorox?
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/25 10:09:42
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Clorox is a means of last resort because it CAN dim colors but it will clean/kill most residue. I'd still go with baking soda, it is a mild abrasive and will remove the top layer of film and USUALLY restore the color. Try one first. But in most cases I've found that it is the action of the lure, as opposed to a bright shiny color that attracts the fish.
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/25 10:16:06
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Indy's right there. Many of my favorite lures work BETTER the more "scuffed up", and "dirty" they become.
Get Informed, Get Involved, And Make A Difference. Step Up, or Step Aside The next time you say "Somebody should do something", remember that YOU are somebody. GL
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/25 15:23:36
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I'm telling you, WD-40 works the best! Its not harmful to the finish and it will desolve any dirt, grime and oxidation. Makes a good fish attractor too. Just try it on one lure and post your results!
post edited by ShutUpNFish - 2008/03/25 15:24:38
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indsguiz
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/25 22:44:50
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shutup,
I've heard that too (the attractant thing) do you think they put fish oil in that stuff? Wouldn't suprise me if they do.
Spoon,
To tell you the truth I once had a "lazy Ike" that was my go to lure. It was so worn out that almost all the finish was worn off so I just painted it highway yellow and used it till a big pike broke it off.
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/25 22:47:01
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eriesteelheader,
Here's another idea I heard about: Get one of those rock tumblers that they sell at craft stores, fill it 1/2 full of baking soda, add a lure and see how that works. I imagine it would even take the rust off the hooks.
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/26 00:20:46
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do you think they put fish oil in that stuff? Wintergreen oil
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pghmarty
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RE: Cleaning Plugs?
2008/03/26 00:22:27
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Get one of those rock tumblers that they sell at craft stores, Sonic jewelry cleaner might also work-try while wife is out!
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