ThreeThree Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 (edited) If this is already a subject I'll delete. Yes I looked. What glue/glues do you use before finale assembly? (During mock up) Elmer's is not working well for me. Does anyone use uv? Edited November 10, 2019 by ThreeThree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CabDriver Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 Are you talking about glue to assemble parts (for good, such as engine halves) before painting or to mock parts up or for final assembly? I like regular styrene cement for assembling styrene to styrene parts, poster tack or white glue for mocking up and Krazy glue for most final assembly tasks that I couldn’t do before the painting was done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 I'll list the glues I use............different ones for different things. Liquid glue (MEK) Two part 5 min epoxy CA glue (Super Glue) Semi Liquid glue such as Testors White "Elmers" glue for things such as headlights and at times windows. JB Weld which I need from time to time for certain projects and materials. In this case one size does NOT fit all as you'll need different types for different situations. Hope this helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeThree Posted November 10, 2019 Author Share Posted November 10, 2019 Mock up, sub assembly. Elmer's is just a bust for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeThree Posted November 10, 2019 Author Share Posted November 10, 2019 1 hour ago, CabDriver said: Are you talking about glue to assemble parts (for good, such as engine halves) before painting or to mock parts up or for final assembly? I like regular styrene cement for assembling styrene to styrene parts, poster tack or white glue for mocking up and Krazy glue for most final assembly tasks that I couldn’t do before the painting was done See above Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 1 hour ago, MrObsessive said: I'll list the glues I use............different ones for different things. Liquid glue (MEK) Two part 5 min epoxy CA glue (Super Glue) Semi Liquid glue such as Testors White "Elmers" glue for things such as headlights and at times windows. JB Weld which I need from time to time for certain projects and materials. In this case one size does NOT fit all as you'll need different types for different situations. Hope this helps! Pretty much my glue toolbox too, except I never use "tube glue" (such as Testors) and I prefer the slower setting epoxies to the 5-minute stuff, which cures rubbery and won't sand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 Snake, Testors makes a 'semi' liquid glue which is just a tad thicker than the watery MEK glue. I can't think of the name of it right now as I don't have it on the work table at the moment, but it does come in handy for certain times where you don't want the runniness of the regular liquid glue, but it's not that harsh tube stuff they (I guess) still make. Haven't used that stuff in many a year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 OK.................took a quick look in my model paint box and I found the Testors glue. They call it simply "Liquid Glue" but it's definitely thicker than say Ambroid or Tenax for instance. The tube glues I don't like for one reason.........they never stop eating through the plastic even years after they're applied. This can be problematic for kits that have hinges for opening doors, and the hinge retainers glue on the inside of the fenders. You can 'bout guarantee a few years down the road you can see where the retainer was glued as it'll leave its mark. On a side note for the OP...........another "adhesive" if you want to call it that is clear paint (acrylic). I use this for attaching PE parts such as scripts and door locks for example. Future Floor Wax can be good for this also, but watch out for the alcohol content as it can damage the surrounding paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeThree Posted November 10, 2019 Author Share Posted November 10, 2019 This is all very good info and will be getting some of the suggestions metioned but I'm looking for something stronger than Elmer's that is still easy clean up before paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 3 hours ago, ThreeThree said: If this is already a subject I'll delete. Yes I looked. What glue/glues do you use before finale assembly? (During mock up) Elmer's is not working well for me. Does anyone use uv? Absolutely! You will have a tough time finding a better "mock-up" glue than one of the UV setting glues like Laser Bond. It sets instantly and is very easy to just pick off with a finger nail when disassembling. Like anything though, all of these glues work best for bare plastic mock-ups. The glue can take some of the paint with it when disassembling the parts. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, ThreeThree said: This is all very good info and will be getting some of the suggestions metioned but I'm looking for something stronger than Elmer's that is still easy clean up before paint. Laser Bond is your answer. I have assembled entire engines and chassis in a matter of a few minutes with this stuff, and then broke them back down again in the same amount of time. I have yet to hear of a better option for a mock-up glue than one of these UV setting glues! The only draw back is that all of your glue needs to be applied on the outer surfaces of the parts where the UV light can reach the glue. But then again, it's mock-up, so it matters none. Steve Edited November 10, 2019 by StevenGuthmiller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 Alene's tacky glue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Van Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 On my desk.... Testors tube glue Flex-I-file liquid solvent Gorilla glue (light blue cap) 5 minute epoxy Elmer's clear glue Future floor shine (Pledge floor shine now) I use most of these on each build...each where it works best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills72sj Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 CA glue for parts that are not chrome or painted gloss. (fogging issues) Strong bond but inflexible. Testors red for most everything once paint has been scraped from contact points. Minor flexibilty but is best left to cure 24hrs. Testors window maker for clear parts and for bumpers because it wicks into gaps and dries clear. Note: gravity helps with wicking. Future/Pledge for painted, detailed foiled, decaled bodies to seal everything down. Boo boos can be redone after cleaning off with ammonia base cleaner. Can be brushed on suprisingly heavy. Any bubbles will disappear on their own. NEVER reacts with paints or decals like some clear coat aerosols. I have Plastruct Bondene but I have never been impressed with the adhesion unless used on a large surface area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plowboy Posted November 10, 2019 Share Posted November 10, 2019 I use tiny drops of crazy glue to do mockups when I need the strength. I apply it with a toothpick. I use Elmer's glue for the rest. I've had good luck using Elmers. You do have to allow it to dry completely to hold well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisBcritter Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 One caveat about the UV stuff - it'll pop off a smooth surface OK but it will stick to a sanded surface very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeThree Posted November 12, 2019 Author Share Posted November 12, 2019 On 11/10/2019 at 1:34 PM, StevenGuthmiller said: Laser Bond is your answer. I have assembled entire engines and chassis in a matter of a few minutes with this stuff, and then broke them back down again in the same amount of time. I have yet to hear of a better option for a mock-up glue than one of these UV setting glues! The only draw back is that all of your glue needs to be applied on the outer surfaces of the parts where the UV light can reach the glue. But then again, it's mock-up, so it matters none. Steve Thank you. I will be getting this. I will also try this tacky glue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeThree Posted November 12, 2019 Author Share Posted November 12, 2019 Thanks to all for the helpful info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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