I used to buy a 2" purple split-tail grub with the tail part being red. They were called firetails. Can't find them any more and was wondering what kind of paint or dye could be used to make my own.

Thanks.

If you already have the baits, try Spike-It Dip-n-Glo worm dye. They have it in red also.

I've heard the Spike-it dye is pretty messy and gets on everything. I have the grubs and was wondering what kind of paint would work the best to make the tails red.

I've done it in my boat at the dock or at home and it is not messy at all. Now if you are trying to do this on a boat in 4 foot waves then yes it can be messy.