Post by jw2010 on Oct 21, 2010 0:58:24 GMT -5
Here is a little tip for anyone who may be interested.
As many of you are aware, the non-rivet style "loops" used in the legs/arms of the JW Series figures are known to split, break, crumble or crack over time . . . especially the caramel- coloured dolls.
I have found a product called HOME-BOND which is an epoxy-based glue. It is "industrial strength." I used it to re-attach a loop piece to the inside of the top of an arm. The glue is glossy, but transparent when dry and acts almost like a layer of new plastic. I "painted" all around the loop with the glue and let it dry completely for a couple of days . . . and then applied a second coat. (Note: While the epoxy was still wet, a toothpick was inserted through - and removed from - the loop to make sure that the hole would not be closed and would remain open for the shoulder spring hook to slip back on easily.)
Works like a charm. Of course, time will be the real test. I am so pleased with the result that I used the same procedure on a couple of other non-rivet figures as a way to reinforce the plastic loop BEFORE it breaks.
I feel quite optimistic that this will hold up. (Naturally, this process is not for those collectors who wish to keep their figures in the original condition. But as a repair or preventative measure . . . not such a bad idea. And, of course, all this work is hidden inside the figure's body cavity when reassembled.)
As many of you are aware, the non-rivet style "loops" used in the legs/arms of the JW Series figures are known to split, break, crumble or crack over time . . . especially the caramel- coloured dolls.
I have found a product called HOME-BOND which is an epoxy-based glue. It is "industrial strength." I used it to re-attach a loop piece to the inside of the top of an arm. The glue is glossy, but transparent when dry and acts almost like a layer of new plastic. I "painted" all around the loop with the glue and let it dry completely for a couple of days . . . and then applied a second coat. (Note: While the epoxy was still wet, a toothpick was inserted through - and removed from - the loop to make sure that the hole would not be closed and would remain open for the shoulder spring hook to slip back on easily.)
Works like a charm. Of course, time will be the real test. I am so pleased with the result that I used the same procedure on a couple of other non-rivet figures as a way to reinforce the plastic loop BEFORE it breaks.
I feel quite optimistic that this will hold up. (Naturally, this process is not for those collectors who wish to keep their figures in the original condition. But as a repair or preventative measure . . . not such a bad idea. And, of course, all this work is hidden inside the figure's body cavity when reassembled.)
