Can i do this?

[ozstrider]

I was wondering if i can wash my kit after its been put together with polystyrene cement. I havent washed anything held together with cement so far. If need be, it can be easily pulled apart. But this is my first kit and i dont wanna screw it all up.
Plus, how important is it too sand it?

[freakray]

Originally posted by ozstrider
I was wondering if i can wash my kit after its been put together with polystyrene cement. I havent washed anything held together with cement so far. If need be, it can be easily pulled apart. But this is my first kit and i dont wanna screw it all up.
Plus, how important is it too sand it?

Once you have allowed sufficient time for the cement to set, yes you can wash it......

For any other questions, start at the FAQ.

[RallyRaider]

No don't wash it with polystyrene cement! :hehehe:

Soap and water should be fine though. Given a good surface to join plastic cement results in very strong joins, with proper care there should be no problem.

Do you mean sanding to remove joins and mold lines or to key the surface for painting? The first is important to make the model look like a scale replica not just a toy. The second is a good idea to avoid the paint lifting.