freakshow12 Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 Window glue is a great thing. That is the glue I use as well. That's why I hold stuff with tape. Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 22, 2013 Author Posted April 22, 2013 Thank you guys. Who manufactures the Window Glue?... I use ultra thin Tamiya cement mostly (Because of its capillarity properties). Quote
jrherald420 Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 I agree, i do as well unless i can tack it in with some fast setting glue. I love it for headlights as well, got to love it drying clear and not foggy. Thank you guys. Who manufactures the Window Glue?... I use ultra thin Tamiya cement mostly (Because of its capillarity properties). I've been using the Testors brand. Quote
freakshow12 Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 I think the stuff I have is testors funny shaped container purple label. I'm at work or I would snap a pic. It's good stuff. Dries crystal clear. Can use it to make windows too it says but have not tried. My only gripe is shelf life. It seems to go yellow if it's old. I did some headlights with an old batch and within a few days they yellowed Quote
danman6677 Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 The problem with the ignition wires are they are to thick, you should try detail master wires. Quote
jrherald420 Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 I think the stuff I have is testors funny shaped container purple label. I'm at work or I would snap a pic. It's good stuff. Dries crystal clear. Can use it to make windows too it says but have not tried. My only gripe is shelf life. It seems to go yellow if it's old. I did some headlights with an old batch and within a few days they yellowed Same thing i'm using. Haven't had any trouble out of shelf life. I have had 2 bottles for 3 years now, only opened one and both still look milky white. Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 22, 2013 Author Posted April 22, 2013 I'll look around for the Window Glue in the Testors brand... Fred, If you can snap a pic of the stuff you use when you get home I'd truly appreciate it. Dan I ordered this distributor, I hope it works (All the wires from the engine were removed). Quote
jrherald420 Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 (edited) This is the glue. Edited April 22, 2013 by jrherald420 Quote
crazyjim Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 There's also Canopy glue used by the airplane guys. Quote
freakshow12 Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 (edited) Yup that's the stuff. It's possible I just got a dud. It's the only bottle out of several that did it. That canopy glue Is good stuff too Edited April 22, 2013 by freakshow12 Quote
1972coronet Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 Juan , I totally admire your ambition and drive ! Keep the faith and keep up the great work ! Your colour choices for engines and whatnot are really unique ; that Hemi looks super cool ! I am happy that you didn't "lose your religion" over the ignition wiring *ordeal* . I am certain that your building skills will continue to improve en masse ! Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 22, 2013 Author Posted April 22, 2013 Thanks a million John... I'm obviously not really good at constructive/destructive criticism, but the one thing I know is I'm building these for myself, sharing them with you guys is just a bonus This is only a sneak peek but I can say right off the bat "Gotta LOVE Revell decals"!!! Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 22, 2013 Author Posted April 22, 2013 Is all right Derick, they all look similar anyway... I just wanted to have cables Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 22, 2013 Author Posted April 22, 2013 (edited) Thanks Derick, after dealing with Tamiya decals these seemed like a walk in the park!!! Clear coat tomorrow Edited April 22, 2013 by BMX Addicts Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 25, 2013 Author Posted April 25, 2013 Shiiiish.... It was one of "those" days!!!! Had to improvise a windshield decal because the glue dripped a little bit over the glass... On top of that, I ruined the top decal removing the excess tape (Weird considering it was already clear coated) so I had to replace it. The engine and radiator wall went in easily enough though Sorry about the picture quality... Low lighting. Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 25, 2013 Author Posted April 25, 2013 (edited) Ah!!!... I know this is a "car forum" but for the past two days I have been starring at the stuff presented at the recent Moson Model Show in Hungary Seems like it will take a lifetime to acquire the skills needed to do weathering, washes, etc etc... But is certainly something that cranks my gears!!! Edited April 25, 2013 by BMX Addicts Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 25, 2013 Author Posted April 25, 2013 (edited) That is probably a rookie mistake Derick (For not test fitting ahead), The firewall is suposed to be glued three steps before the side panels and the dashboard, not to mention the cockpit bay got crooked after it was painted... But now that you mentioned, if you look at the photo of the engine bay in the box, there is also a small gap there... Maybe not as bad as mine though Edited April 25, 2013 by BMX Addicts Quote
jrherald420 Posted April 25, 2013 Posted April 25, 2013 Guess i got lucky. My firewall is tight with no gap at all. No test fitting either, just glued the firewall first to the floor pan and let it "float" meaning i did not glue it to the side panels of the interior tub. I let the dash hold that section together. Going to snap a finished picture for the build thread here in a few. Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 25, 2013 Author Posted April 25, 2013 (edited) You were really lucky then James, I had to break it loose to fit the side panels and the dashboard, otherwise the dashboard would have been tilted to the back. I did see your green Charger, but the thread only goes to the point where you painted the chassis. Edited April 25, 2013 by BMX Addicts Quote
jrherald420 Posted April 25, 2013 Posted April 25, 2013 (edited) Just up dated it. Glad i didn't have much trouble with it. Well i did have trouble getting the front lower valance to fit right. Had to cut off some plastic to get it to sit where it should. Edited April 25, 2013 by jrherald420 Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 25, 2013 Author Posted April 25, 2013 Your Charger looks nice James... Quote
mr.camaro Posted April 25, 2013 Posted April 25, 2013 Charger looks great. Thanks for sharing the faux fabric stuff. Where did you get it? Quote
BMX Addicts Posted April 25, 2013 Author Posted April 25, 2013 Faux Fabric (Available in Black, Red and Gray) Quote
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