Putty/filler question

slowthing · Post by **slowthing** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 2:03 pm

Hi,

I've applied some sheet styrene to the sides of a piece (in ABS) I'm using for a scratch build, to cover a large hole that goes right through. This is new territory to me so I wanted to ask about the best way of applying putty/filler to the edges to produce a blended join to hide the 'lip/step' effect.

The putty's/filler I have to hand are: Milliput - Superfine white, Vallejo - 199 plastic filler, Tamiya - Light Curing Putty Scale and Squadron Green. Which would you recommend? I've ball's up many kits in the past at this stage due to differing material hardnesses, incorrect application, putty consistency, etc. This time I want to get it right, or at least benefit from the wisdom of you lot.

Thanks.

Kylwell · Post by **Kylwell** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 2:07 pm

I'd go with the TLCP (Tamiya Light Curing Putty) given it's simular hardness to styrene.

Glob on more than needed and sand to fit when cured.

slowthing · Post by **slowthing** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 4:26 pm

Thanks, I'll give the LCP a go.

I notice that Tamiya USA have discontinued the light curing putty. Any ideas why?

Kylwell · Post by **Kylwell** » Mon Jan 07, 2008 4:29 pm

That I couldn't tell you. Until I see a discontinued @ thier Japanese site I wouldn't worry.