How to glue clear plastic?

FC in TO · 08-26-2002, 10:31 PM

Exactly how should I glue the clear plastic parts?

Local hobby shop suggests me to use some white glue as it won't melt the plastic and dries clear. Anyone tried this? Other options?

ales · 08-26-2002, 10:43 PM

Look in the gallery. There you can see quite a few finished models. Most of them, if not all, have windows and lights. Now this means that somebody (including the humble old me) has successfully glued these clear parts to the model. Now being the kind guys that we are here, we decided to have something that would help beginners in this hobby and answer their most important questions. Glueing clear parts is important, so do you reckon it could be in the FAQ?

FC in TO · 08-26-2002, 10:45 PM

In FAQ?

I read the thing couple times? Or maybe I missed it?

Will check back again.

EDIT: Yes, it really is in the FAQ.

I sort of skipped that part since I didn't give too much thought to 'glue' in modeling. "KRYSTAL KLEAR or CLEAR GLUE...The ONLY choice for clear parts.....etc.etc."

So I guess Krystal Klear is the brand of the glue? Where can it usually be found? arts'n craft stores? Hobby shops?

ales · 08-26-2002, 10:54 PM

I'm sure you did

Try to find the word "clear" on the page. Also some additional info can be found here

kicker1_solo · 08-26-2002, 11:13 PM

way to help the n00b out ales

anyways, I have this stuff, and it works great. It's called "Clear Parts Cement & Window Maker"

Honoturtle · 08-26-2002, 11:40 PM

I used the stuff kicker got, I found it at my local KMart, I remember my first couple of cars were built using Elmers glue everything now, engine, body parts, and for the windshield, I used Scotch tape, lolz!!!!!! Hey, it sticks very well, hehe.

2cv · 02-09-2004, 11:04 AM

Is there anybody who knows where I can buy this Krystal Clear Glue in the Netherlands? I've read the FAQ, but it didn't say where to buy it

(I have already ruind 2 headlights

)

Vric · 02-09-2004, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kicker1_solo

way to help the n00b out ales

anyways, I have this stuff, and it works great. It's called "Clear Parts Cement & Window Maker"

I use only this, or Humbrol one..

for light and small clear part, use a small toothpick to put very small amonth of glue (less is better than more)

TvD · 02-09-2004, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2cv

Is there anybody who knows where I can buy this Krystal Clear Glue in the Netherlands? I've read the FAQ, but it didn't say where to buy it

(I have already ruind 2 headlights

)

Hi,

I got Microscale's Kristal Klear at Toemen in Den Bosch, I think i saw at Wentink's in Arnhem as well. But any good hobby shop should carry them...

Tim

blueboost · 02-09-2004, 03:10 PM

you dont have to make this any harder then it has to be, you don't have to use kristal klear, or testors clear parts cement. but as they've said it is their professional choice. you can always

get elmer's glue or any other "white" craft glue that states it drys clear. I use it with good results.

CamaroSSBoy346 · 02-09-2004, 03:59 PM

i used that stuff and it doesnt do shit for me. How long is it supposed to sit?

DiGiTaLEcLiPsE · 02-09-2004, 04:21 PM

This the stuff?

bench_racer · 02-09-2004, 10:48 PM

elmers glue works great and cheap

ADVANFAN · 02-09-2004, 10:57 PM

elmers is good, but krystal klear is better.

bench_racer · 02-09-2004, 11:03 PM

yup

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