Testors Glass Glue

[hooterville75]

I recently purchased the White Cement from Testors used to put the glass into kits. I have no luck what so ever with this product. Do you have to prep the glass any special way I may not be aware of ? Could my cement be old and no good ? No reason the amount of cement I used on this last front and back windows that it should be popping out. The back didn't dry clear as well although it was dry. Any info or help would be greatly appreciated.

[martinfan5]

Its not the best , but I dont have that many problems with it, it takes a long time to dry, and seems like a even longer time for it to clear up

I know there are better glues for windows out there, but I'll be darned if I know what they are

[hooterville75]

I was recently told that the Krystal Kleer from Microscale Solutions is like a god for glass. I think Im going to check that out. Hate to waste what I have but I can't stand this stuff.

[Guest]

I know there are better glues for windows out there, but I'll be darned if I know what they are

I use 5 minute epoxy for all my glass.

[Big Daddy]

I use smith industries Super Gold it's a ca glue but is styrofoam safe and windshield freindly,, great stuff

[crazyjim]

Did you shake the Testors container before applying the glue? I use the Testors stuff all the time and never had a problem.

[Tom Setzer]

I use Watch Maker's crystal cement,that I buy at Michaels.

[tabsscale1]

All i have used in the last 6 years is Elmer's white School glue and haven't had any problems with it

[dimebolt]

I usa Aleene's Clear Gel Tacky Glue. Not a problem 1, and it dries quckly, and crystal clear. You can get it at about any crafts store.

Corey

[Miatatom]

Aleenes' is available at Walmart.

[AzTom]

I use Watch Maker's crystal cement,that I buy at Michaels.

That is what I use as well. Most of mine are diecast and it works Great!

I have a photo of the cement on my 55 Chevy wagon build in the diecast section.

[935k3]

The Testor's stuff is too thin for most applications. The best white glue I ever used and the strongest is Formula 560 Canopy Glue(see pic below). Most hobbyshops carry it. It's made by Pacer the maker of Zap-a-Gap super glue. I use it for allot more than clear parts.

Edited October 2, 2012 by 935k3

[Bruno]

Did you shake the Testors container before applying the glue? I use the Testors stuff all the time and never had a problem.

Same here...

[Ramfins59]

I also use Elmer's glue for glass with no problems at all. I squirt a puddle on a paper plate and apply it using a toothpick around all the edges of the glass being installed. You have to let it thoroughly dry (overnight is good) before handling or moving the body. It holds very well and is stronger than you'd think it would be.

[MsDano85gt]

-I usually use. Testors "clear" but yes it takes forever for it to dry fully and. Clear, -'ve actually lately been holding my windows in place and useing small tacks of hot glue in corners that hold glass quite well is clean, and makes disassembly easier if model is taken apart later on dowm the road

[MAGNUM4342]

I was recently told that the Krystal Kleer from Microscale Solutions is like a god for glass. I think Im going to check that out. Hate to waste what I have but I can't stand this stuff.

That's the way to go. It has other uses too like guage faces.

[Deathgoblin]

I use the Testors glue for clear parts. I've used it to do gauge faces too. Never had any problems with it other than user stupidity (putting it on too thick). Nice thing is it cleans up with water.