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Re: keeping models together
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lugnet.general
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Thu, 15 Jul 1999 13:52:41 GMT
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In lugnet.general, Brian H. Nielsen writes:
> In lugnet.general, John DiRienzo writes:
> > I am thinking about a model I am about to make and want to know how I can
> > preserve it once it is built. Since it is going to be a white building, I
> > think I will spray it or apply sunscreen to it, in hopes to prevent that
> > yellowing. I also want the model to be semi-permanent, but not to the
> > extent of the Target Yoda which I understand the pieces can not be separated
> > without damage. Anyway, I want it to last a long, long time, and want to
> > know what type of adhesive (if any would work) to use to make it a little
> > more durable. I do want to be able to dismantle it one day, though. If
> > anybody has good ideas for this, please let me know. Also, please let me
> > know any other good tips for making the model last longer.
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> Here's a thought: Elmers glue disolves in water and water won't hurt LEGO
> bricks. Test the Elmers glue on a couple bricks to make sure it doesn't harm
> the LEGO bricks.
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> Brian
I use Elmer's all the time, and have never had it damage any piece. Also, you
don't even have to put it in water, it peels right off of the ABS.
Greg
citrusx__@yahoo.com
http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Dome/1888/
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Message has 3 Replies:
 | | Info on siding was: keeping models together
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| OK, I think I will get a nice fresh bottle of Elmers, and possibly a showcase. Now, has anyone been able to make nice siding for houses in minifig or smaller scale? I already have a good idea for roof shingles. Thanks again! -- Have fun! John (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-99, to lugnet.general)
| | | Re: keeping models together
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| (...) Does Elmer's also work for reapplying old stickers in a pretty permanent fashion? Or has somebody had success with other kinds of glue? I've asked this question myself before without response, and I believe somebody else also asked it recently (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-99, to lugnet.general, lugnet.build)
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| | Re: keeping models together
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| (...) Here's a thought: Elmers glue disolves in water and water won't hurt LEGO bricks. Test the Elmers glue on a couple bricks to make sure it doesn't harm the LEGO bricks. Brian (25 years ago, 15-Jul-99, to lugnet.general)
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