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  1. NOBLNG
    You think it’s tough getting 5 minute epoxy mixed well enough before it kicks….try using this stuff.🤯 P.S. I don’t recommend it.
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    Yes, I bought some JB Weld 5 minute epoxy in the 4oz. bottles (thought it was a good deal?). I only used about 1/3 of it and the “Part A” resin has gone hard as a rock. I now prefer the syringe type dispensers, as there is no air pocket left in the container as it is used up.
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    And some more….may as well post ‘em here for anyone searching XR-6.
  4. NOBLNG
    Here are a couple more old photos during construction that I dug up.
  5. NOBLNG
    I have nowhere near as much experience as Bill with epoxy adhesives, but I wouldn’t think that it should ever fail in a static model situation? Like Bill said, mixing could be the issue? Any glue other than a solvent that “melts” the parts together is a mechanical joint that needs to bond to the surfaces. Roughing up the surface will give the glue something to key into. I prefer Permatex brand 5 minute epoxy over JB or Gorilla brand. JMO.
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    Says out of stock, and the scale isn’t listed, but it looks like they had the engine with the induction system.
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    Awesome!
  8. NOBLNG
    This is really shaping up nicely Len. Great job on the hubcaps and interior.
  9. NOBLNG
    Unfortunately I didn’t own a camera until I was about 27 years old so I have no pictures of any family vehicles. My oldest sister had a camera so at least there are some photos of the family. I sure wish that I had gotten one sooner.
  10. NOBLNG
    I use Smooth-On products with great results. I don’t know if they are more non-allergenic?
  11. NOBLNG
    The converters and pipes until just past the first bend are from the Mustang Carl.
  12. NOBLNG
    Nice collection of parts so far Len! I enjoy a nice simple build once in a while.🙂
  13. NOBLNG
    I added the cross-over pipe and that’s it for today…I’m exhausted.🥴
  14. NOBLNG
    That’s too much like work!🥵
  15. NOBLNG
    Did the slant six come in any other kits…Duster or Dart maybe. If all Cal needs is the engine block it should be available in something?
  16. NOBLNG
    It’s Ok, I put some tape over the dash light.🤓
  17. NOBLNG
    I am actually using the Boss 302 engine from the Revell 2013 Mustang kit. So I decided to scavenge the exhaust system for parts. I used the catalytic converters, then a short pipe made from 1/16” Evergreen to connect to the mufflers. The mufflers I narrowed to get room for a driveshaft and then made the rear pipes from .080” Evergreen. I’m not sure if I will dump them there or fab up some tailpipes yet. I also made a driveshaft using the Mustang ends, some 1/8” tube and .060” hex.
  18. NOBLNG
    Nice technique. What if you didn’t even use a patch? Just brush some solvent cement on the area to soften the styrene first.
  19. NOBLNG
    Here are three kits I have. No figures in any of them though.😕
  20. NOBLNG
    Got this to use with my rotary tool. I haven’t used it yet though. I hope to be able to do some light milling on styrene and brass with it.
  21. NOBLNG
    But only at 1am?🤓
  22. NOBLNG
    Sponge bath by a foxy young nurse could turn into an embarrassing situation.
  23. NOBLNG
    In my younger days I would have thought that this thing was Fugly too…but now I can appreciate it as a unique classic.😎
  24. NOBLNG
    Made some adjustable screw jacks. Still have to make some cradles for the tops yet.
  25. NOBLNG
    All at once I want to puke.
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