Testers glue

[peteski]

On 2/27/2021 at 2:41 PM, Rick L said:

I didn’t say it would eliminate the use of CA, I said it would eliminate it’s use for many aspects. I was answering Rodents dilemma of using CA. I use Tamiya solvent or MEK and can position my part and run a bead of it without making a mess or glue my fingers together. I’ve had your problem with larger needles. If you use a smaller aperture needle (.007), you can squeeze the bottle slightly, turn it upside down and the suction of the tube will retain the liquid. This Very controllable.

But I *DO NOT* have problem with CA, and I actually prefer it to other glues when there is a choice.  If I'm able to apply CA with precision (and without gluing my fingers) I think there is a good chance that everybody can too.  I don't see a need to look for alternatives.

Having said that, as I mentioned before, I have other adhesives in my arsenal of modeling supplies.  My solvent glue applicator bottle also has 0.007" needle, and I see that you also have to create a vacuum inside the bottle so your glue doesn't drip out.  Yes, that work, but to me it is very awkward to have to actually squeeze the bottle less to make the liquid come out.  I do have to use it for some applications, but I don't like it.

[Rick L]

2 hours ago, peteski said:

But I *DO NOT* have problem with CA, and I actually prefer it to other glues when there is a choice.  If I'm able to apply CA with precision (and without gluing my fingers) I think there is a good chance that everybody can too.  I don't see a need to look for alternatives.

Having said that, as I mentioned before, I have other adhesives in my arsenal of modeling supplies.  My solvent glue applicator bottle also has 0.007" needle, and I see that you also have to create a vacuum inside the bottle so your glue doesn't drip out.  Yes, that work, but to me it is very awkward to have to actually squeeze the bottle less to make the liquid come out.  I do have to use it for some applications, but I don't like it.

If you go back, you’re answer to Rodent was “he’s doing it wrong” and that you have no problem with CA. I think most people will agree that your personal expertise with CA is not a very helpful answer.

[peteski]

55 minutes ago, Rick L said:

If you go back, you’re answer to Rodent was “he’s doing it wrong” and that you have no problem with CA. I think most people will agree that your personal expertise with CA is not a very helpful answer.

RIck, I pointed everybody (including you and Rodent) to another thread about dealing with CA glue (which includes few posts from me that show the tools I use to successfully apply CA glue). What else would you like me to describe in this thread about Testors red tube cement?

My opinion has not changed. If anyone who is using CA for as their modeling adhesive ends up with is all over the model and themselves, they are doing it wrong.  I'm no genius or expert, yet I manage to achieve clean CA glue joints, and off my fingers.  Use the right viscosity glue for the job, and if needed, some tools to apply it. That's it.

[BuilderX]

All what fits and works for you. I still use testers  tube glue (engine half's, rears , suspension parts) along with CA's, white glue, thin cement glues. 

[peteski]

33 minutes ago, BuilderX said:

All what fits and works for you. I still use testers  tube glue (engine half's, rears , suspension parts) along with CA's, white glue, thin cement glues. 

And that's what it all boils down to.  Use whatever you feel works the best, but also don't be afraid to try something new.

[Rodent]

I want to mention that whatever type of CA or Testors cement that Rick decides to use, he should keep it very far away from clear parts. That is what the white glue, canopy cement, double sided tape, Mod Podge, etc is for.

[BuilderX]

55 minutes ago, Rodent said:

I want to mention that whatever type of CA or Testors cement that Rick decides to use, he should keep it very far away from clear parts. That is what the white glue, canopy cement, double sided tape, Mod Podge, etc is for.

Yes that's right. Very good point!  And don't forget you can always test on tree pieces or spare plastic!

Edited March 1, 2021 by BuilderX

[peteski]

2 hours ago, Rodent said:

I want to mention that whatever type of CA or Testors cement that Rick decides to use, he should keep it very far away from clear parts. That is what the white glue, canopy cement, double sided tape, Mod Podge, etc is for.

Well, I had good luck with the BSI odorless CA not fogging clear parts. (of course it is more expensive than standard CA glue, and I know many are lookign for cheap solutions). Also, when the CA is quickly set with accelerator, there will not be any fogging. And another hint I heard is that dipping the clear parts in Future (or whatever that floor finihs is now called) will prevent any fogging. I have not tried that myself.

[Rick L]

15 hours ago, peteski said:

RIck, I pointed everybody (including you and Rodent) to another thread about dealing with CA glue (which includes few posts from me that show the tools I use to successfully apply CA glue). What else would you like me to describe in this thread about Testors red tube cement?

My opinion has not changed. If anyone who is using CA for as their modeling adhesive ends up with is all over the model and themselves, they are doing it wrong.  I'm no genius or expert, yet I manage to achieve clean CA glue joints, and off my fingers.  Use the right viscosity glue for the job, and if needed, some tools to apply it. That's it.

I want you to go back the very beginning of this thread and tell me if I bought an old tube of glue. I did not ask for an alternative. I did not ask about CA. I got my answer from Mark,  the second responder to my question. I thanked him and that should have been the end of the thread. 

I’m done with this thread but I’m sure a petulant child  would go on to get the last word in. Be my guest.