 Car breakages, Type of glue |
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 11 Feb 2012, 14:15
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Learner Driver  Group: Members Posts: 80 Joined: 20-June 11 Member No.: 18,220  |
Hi all.
Ok so who can tell me the best type of glue (in the UK) to fix breakages on cars? For example my 3x NSR Audi R8's all have snapped rear spoilers. I get the plastic wheel inserts keep popping out during races. Response will be greatly appreciated. I've tried superglue flexi, but not the answer. Thanks |
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11 Feb 2012, 20:22
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 Team Owner  
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Hi Benj,
I use something called 'Powerbond 806' which I pick up from toy fairs and the like. It's a chemical glue type, rather than 'melt it together' type glue like Superglue. Powerbond doesn't mark, discolour or whitten plastic...so makes it good for most slot car fixing jobs. Powerbond also make an adhesive curer as well...which is fantastic for those jobs where you need the glue to set instantly  Powerbond site Site doesn't seem to show all the products...they do a lot more! -------------------- |
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11 Feb 2012, 20:59
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Learner Driver Group: Members Posts: 80 Joined: 20-June 11 Member No.: 18,220 |
QUOTE (lee.bes @ 11 Feb 2012, 20:22)  Hi Benj, I use something called 'Powerbond 806' which I pick up from toy fairs and the like. It's a chemical glue type, rather than 'melt it together' type glue like Superglue. Powerbond doesn't mark, discolour or whitten plastic...so makes it good for most slot car fixing jobs. Powerbond also make an adhesive curer as well...which is fantastic for those jobs where you need the glue to set instantly Powerbond site Site doesn't seem to show all the products...they do a lot more! Thanks Lee, I will take a look. |
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11 Feb 2012, 23:14
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Team Owner
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No problem Benj
By the way, there's no need to quote the previous post when your replying to it! -------------------- |
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12 Feb 2012, 09:48
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Racer Dude Group: Members Posts: 270 Joined: 6-May 09 Member No.: 12,109 |
QUOTE (lee.bes @ 11 Feb 2012, 20:22) Hi Benj, I use something called 'Powerbond 806' which I pick up from toy fairs and the like. It's a chemical glue type, rather than 'melt it together' type glue like Superglue. Powerbond doesn't mark, discolour or whitten plastic...so makes it good for most slot car fixing jobs. Powerbond also make an adhesive curer as well...which is fantastic for those jobs where you need the glue to set instantly Powerbond site Site doesn't seem to show all the products...they do a lot more! What sort of shelf life do you get from Powerbond once it's opened? I generally don't like large sizes of CA as they tend to block and I end up throwing most away but the properties of this Powerbond look really interesting. |
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12 Feb 2012, 11:01
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Team Owner
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Hi Highbarn,
Ah well the the beuty of Powerbond is that the cap has a needle inside to keep the nozzle all clean and free from blockages. I've never had a bootle block yet, or go off because I always keep it in the fridge and only take it out when I need to use it. I've tried loads of different 'superglues' and am yet to find anything better than this for what it can do Well known fact - keep your glue in the fridge and it will double the shelf life of any super glue type product!  I'm starting to sound like a powerbond salesmans here!!! I can confirm I have no affiliation with the product and do not recieve any commission!!! 
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12 Feb 2012, 11:38
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Racer Dude Group: Members Posts: 270 Joined: 6-May 09 Member No.: 12,109 |
Maybe you should!
Anyway thanks for the info. I'm going to have to give this a try. |
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13 Feb 2012, 06:12
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Team Owner Group: Members Posts: 1,735 Joined: 20-October 10 From: newquay Member No.: 16,290 |
i use a 2 part polyester resin glue i bought of ebay, the only drawback is its not instant, takes3 mins to grab and 9 mins to cure, high strength wonderfull for repairing bodies and for adding plasticard-polystyrene to original bodies. it cost about £2.50 all in. its all in chinese on the small tubes. but if any ones interested, i,ll look it up and post for you. amost forgot to ask!does it [806] fog up the clear windows, with its fumes. john.
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13 Feb 2012, 17:48
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Team Owner
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Hi John,
Powerbond 806 does not 'fog up' clear windows, unless you use the curer to speed up the drying time. If you just use the glue and leave it to dry naturally then there is no fogging. Again, I think this is because it's a chemical bond type, so there's no melting of the material involved....not very scientific, but that's how I understand it! 
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13 Feb 2012, 23:28
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Trackhead
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To attach wheel inserts,I use PVA. This will hold the insert firmly but it won't be impossible to remove should you wish.
TED... |
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14 Feb 2012, 00:16
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 One petunia in a field of onions Group: Members Posts: 5,361 Joined: 5-August 09 From: The Antipodes (Orstralia) Member No.: 12,718 |
I have recently taken to using Formula 500 canopy glue for repairs where curing time is not an issue. It's a stronger than average PVA glue that is used for attaching clear canopies on RC planes. Strong, clear, works a treat if 24 hours curing time is a possibility.
The jury is still out on what to use for long term, rapid repairs. I have just picked up some "Rapid Fix" (2 part rapid set 'super' glue). Dashed expensive stuff, but the blurb of what it can supposedly do is impressive. The concern is that you need to be certain that you want the bond permanent. Embs -------------------- Anorak. Not just a fashion statement. It's a state of mind
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14 Feb 2012, 00:17
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 Racer Dude Group: Members Posts: 228 Joined: 26-March 11 From: Glasgow, up in the loft. Member No.: 17,748 |
'Blue Tack' that will hold your wheel inserts no problem, it wont stain, it's easy to disengage and you can re-use it again and again.
Oh! And it's not expensive. Regards Billy |
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14 Feb 2012, 21:58
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 Nobby Berkshire
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Never glue in a rear wing. It will only snap off again. Just fit it inside with blutack and then when you next crash it wil displace or pop out rather than snapping off.
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15 Feb 2012, 01:17
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Slothead Group: Members Posts: 125 Joined: 14-April 11 Member No.: 17,863 |
If I don't want it to be permanent I use seismic wax which grips more than blu tack but still allows the bits to pop out (!) when I crash...
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15 Feb 2012, 09:15
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Team Owner Group: Members Posts: 1,735 Joined: 20-October 10 From: newquay Member No.: 16,290 |
standard cheap superglue isn,t permanent if you dont want it to be. just pop the part in very hot water and it destroys the bond without harming the pieces. john
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