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Joined: 03/09/2013 Posts: 68 Points: 154 Location: bath uk
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Hi all, I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on giving the plywood part of the model a coat of pva or similar when built as far as end of stage 8, I wonder whether it would be beneficial in hardening the wood and making for a stronger framework. cheers andy
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 Hi Andy Coating the ply with PVA wont really add any strength or harden the wood and it would still be pourous afterwards. Varnish or a laminating epoxy would seal the wood but again not add strength. I am not building this model but i suspect as the parts to the fuselage are added it will stiffen up considerably and may not need any hardening up Hope this helps Regards Andy  Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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I agree with Andy, you wont need to do this as the frame will become rigid as you build it. The weak points will be the joints so make sure you are fixing these with Aliphatic glue as it is stronger than PVA. You could also run a beed of glue up the joints for strength but be sure it will not be fouling later construction.
As a general rule the instructions will have considered everything you need to do to ensure the construction is robust.
Jase“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”
-Mark Twain
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Rank: Semi-Pro Level 1 Groups: Registered
Joined: 03/09/2013 Posts: 68 Points: 154 Location: bath uk
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Thanks Andy and Jase, Ill leave it alone, I have bought some Aliphatic glue Jase, I bought the yellow one "Aliphatic Wood Glue Waterproof (1016)" thanks for replies, Andy
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Jase I have never heard of this type of glue before so a quick search of my on stop shop, Ebay, and there are several options  . Which one do you recommend? Regards Bob Builds in progress
1/12 Spitfire (Deagostini)
1/8 McLaren (Deagostini)
1/16 Stuka (Hatchete)
1/16 Zero (Deagostini)
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There is not a lot of differance i dont think but I am using Aliphatic Rapid Glue Giant 500ml http://www.cornwallmodel...ues%2ehtml%23a1016#a1016“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”
-Mark Twain
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Rank: Pro Groups: Registered
Joined: 10/05/2011 Posts: 204 Points: 631 Location: Morayshire
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Thanks for the heads up Regards Bob Builds in progress
1/12 Spitfire (Deagostini)
1/8 McLaren (Deagostini)
1/16 Stuka (Hatchete)
1/16 Zero (Deagostini)
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