Micro-fill?

[irupp33]

Hey guys im getting back into modeling after a break, so i went to my hobby shop and picked up a new kit (VW golf) and also saw something that I would like to try. its called micro fill. It says its fast drying, easy sanding, and really light. I wanted to know has anybody ever used it on any models? like for big areas such as wide body kits and such. If u have is it good stuff? and could u post pix of the results? thnx

[jcash1995]

I know this is old, but I had the same question (I can search!). I picked up a can at Hobby Lobby (1/2 price). It seems to work fine on small gaps, but I haven't tried any large ones. The only thing that concerns me is it made for balsa planes. Has anybody else used this?

[MPWR]

Yeah, I've used it (on balsa planes), and it works great (on balsa planes). But it's not going to do much for you in building car kits. As a wood filler, it depends on the porosity of wood for adhesion- it's not going to bond particulaly well to plastic. Also, it's inherently grainy- even after sanding and priming, it's still probably not going to yield a good surface for painting. It maybe could me made to work for interiors or underbody work, but for bodywork, you want something more suitable for plastic.

[MR2_Lancer]

ive attempted to use this stuff on bodywork, and sometimes it works, sometimes it doesnt. takes some gettin used to.

[jcash1995]

Last night, I made a new guage pod for the CLK from the micro-fill. I let it set up all day, and just finished shaping it now. It is VERY grainy. I think I'll give it a skim coat of Bondo glazing putty to smooth it out. I'll let you know how this turn out.