69NovaYenko Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 (edited) Have vintage Jo-Han kit but it has a slightly warped hood. Looking for any suggestions on how to fit it. Edited May 12, 2019 by 69NovaYenko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodent Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 Twisted, or ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69NovaYenko Posted May 12, 2019 Author Share Posted May 12, 2019 (edited) Twisted.... Edited May 12, 2019 by 69NovaYenko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exotics_Builder Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 Did you search the forum? http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/111739-warped-hood/?tab=comments#comment-1598718 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 (edited) The first thing is, that you probably should have addressed it before paint. It's hard to tell, but it looks like it has a fairly mild twist, but a pretty pronounced bow. You could try putting it in a tub of hot water, putting enough weight on top to press it flat, and then let it cool like that. I haven't had a lot of luck fixing warped parts myself. I usually just try to "massage" them out with a little careful bending if they're mild, but something this pronounced will probably require some sort of heat solution. Steve Edited May 13, 2019 by StevenGuthmiller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 First thing is to find the fender location,..before fitting the hood,... then come back and, under hot water, over twist, slowly, the hood and cold water stay the twist,... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69NovaYenko Posted May 13, 2019 Author Share Posted May 13, 2019 (edited) On 5/12/2019 at 3:39 PM, StevenGuthmiller said: The first thing is, that you probably should have addressed it before paint. Steve Steve: This is a builder I`m attempting to rebuild; it was painted when I acquired it. I assure you I would not have wasted paint nor my time to apply several color coats to it then attempt to straighten the hood on the back end! Edited May 13, 2019 by 69NovaYenko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted May 14, 2019 Share Posted May 14, 2019 (edited) 4 hours ago, 69NovaYenko said: Steve: This is a builder I`m attempting to rebuild; it was painted when I acquired it. I assure you I would not have wasted paint nor my time to apply several color coats to it then attempt to straighten the hood on the back end! Got ya Greg. I assumed, when I saw that the body was attached to a paint rack in the photo, that it had just been painted. Steve Edited May 14, 2019 by StevenGuthmiller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted May 14, 2019 Share Posted May 14, 2019 On 12.5.2019 at 10:39 PM, StevenGuthmiller said: something this pronounced will probably require some sort of heat solution. I agree, maybe a food dehydrator could be of some use for warming up the plastic in this case. With it's possibility to create a continous and controllable temperature window, I gather this will be more effective than hot water, hairdryer etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69NovaYenko Posted May 14, 2019 Author Share Posted May 14, 2019 Hmm...now that`s a thought! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocking Rodney Rat Posted May 15, 2019 Share Posted May 15, 2019 Either prop it open or glue it shut. -RRR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randx0 Posted May 15, 2019 Share Posted May 15, 2019 Be careful with the food dehydrator it's just as likely to make the warp worse . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnU Posted May 15, 2019 Share Posted May 15, 2019 Been following this topic and by no means do I have first hand experience but, considering any attempt to soften the plastic may soften the paint as well, I would think that the paint may get damaged while manipulating the plastic to straighten it out. If this was my project I think I would just strip it first then try any or all the great ideas for softening and straightening it then repaint! Just my two cents!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 (edited) 13 hours ago, randx0 said: Be careful with the food dehydrator it's just as likely to make the warp worse . Yes, the same as you'll ALWAYS have to be, using one for this purpose. It goes without saying that a FH with temperature control and timer should be used. Low temperature setting and frequent control of the plastic's state is mandatory. 9 hours ago, JohnU said: Been following this topic and by no means do I have first hand experience but, considering any attempt to soften the plastic may soften the paint as well, I would think that the paint may get damaged while manipulating the plastic to straighten it out. If this was my project I think I would just strip it first then try any or all the great ideas for softening and straightening it then repaint! Just my two cents!? I guess the paint is not the issue here, as far as I understand, the paint was already on when he bought it, so he'll likely strip off the paint anyway... Edited May 16, 2019 by Tommy124 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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