ronp
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Post by ronp on Feb 13, 2009 14:17:49 GMT -5
ahh makes me feel like a teenager,
I have that glazed over look every time I look at my pile of unassembled Railflyer components.
Can you guys help me ? I have issues... lol
Actually I started this conversation with a new friend somewhere else and here I am. I think my friend Fred hangs here too.
Glues and adhesives, Solder and Flux. Whats what and what should i have.
Thank you all for your time and effort.
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Post by Randy Earle on Feb 13, 2009 17:15:33 GMT -5
Welcome Ron, I haven't got into Railflyer yet.
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Post by icghogger on Feb 13, 2009 17:43:43 GMT -5
Ron, I would suggest Barge Cement diluted with Methyl-Ethyl-Ketone (MEK) to attach brass components to plastic. If you want to solder steps, I would suggest you use Tix solder and Tix flux. If soldering ain't your thing, ACC works very well for those joints. Plastic to plastic can be done with any good liquid plastic cement (I use Tamyia and Testors with good results from both. The Tamyia has a smaller brush in the cap, so it works better when doing small spots). As mentioned, look at the builds currently on this forum, as well as the Railflyer Resources web page. Good Luck and take your time, they are a challenge, but well worth the effort!
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ronp
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Post by ronp on Feb 13, 2009 18:34:17 GMT -5
Thanks guys,
ok, is there a special kind of tweezer recommended ? Maybe my skill with the tweezer is rough.
lol...
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Post by icghogger on Feb 15, 2009 9:43:50 GMT -5
Ron, this is one thing I would suggest you not scrimp on. I use a Dumont 3C for several reasons. It does not require a lot of fingertip pressure to hold a piece, which helps to keep from launching a part into the carpet monster, and keeps your fingers from cramping during long sessions at the bench; the tips are strong enough they will not bend under pressure and, as a plus to make them last longer, they can be re-sharpened. Search the web for them and expect to spend $15.00 to $30.00 a pair. I got mine at a watchmaker's supply company and have used them for many years.
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Post by wvsecondary on Feb 15, 2009 11:43:59 GMT -5
I would recommend a hold and fold. There are several types of these on the market and seem expensive but are well worth it. missionmodels.com/product.php?productid=17875&cat=313&page=1This is the new version of the one I have. It may seem expensive but after ruining a few sets of photo etch it won't seem expensive. |
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Post by Randy Earle on Feb 15, 2009 12:07:45 GMT -5
I use forceps.
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