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Hi All, I have fitted the piston rods into the cylinder cover as instructed on page 34 of instructions. The problem is that they do not slide freely and there is a little resistance.I am worried that that when the rods are fitted they might not turn and lock up.Has anyone got advice on this.Also would a little WD 40 help? Many Thanks 
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The resistance can only come from the rods not being glued squarely into the crossheads.
If you can, remove them and re-set. Certainly a lubricant will help, but if you are painting your model, I would not apply it until the painting is complete, so as not to contaminate other areas with the lubricant.
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Thanks for that Mr T.I will check the fitting to see if they are not square . As they have been set with epoxy for quite a long time I am not sure how I would get them out . I will try a little lubricant as I am not painting the model.Regards,Clive
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Clive, to get them unstuck, disassemble what you can, and then soak the parts in acetone overnight. You'll have a "puddle of parts" in the morning, and the residue of the epoxy is quite easily cleaned up. Then, you have a fresh start! Tired, Old, and Cranky!
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Hi There Mark, Thanks for your very helpful reply.I feel much better now that I can Resolve this problem-brilliant.
Cheers,Clive
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