Redemptor Dreadnought Legs

[StormLion]

Hey guys, I've recently bought 2 Redemptors. I am in the process of building the first and already had to make some alterations to the legs. Specifically, the glue on the leg joint froze the spot that should be free to rotate and, therefore, the "support" piston wouldn't fit the right way. As a result, I had to trim them. Can't do anything about that. Question is, how do I avoid having this happen again? Is it just a matter of small amount of glue onto those "rings"? How do I ensure this? I really don't want to screw up both models. Thanks!

[Brother_Dan'l]

I'd suggest picking up Tamiya's "thick" brush on plastic glue. It is designed to go exactly where you put it and not drip or run. I've had nothing but good results using it to build a couple of Knights and the Redemptor. As long as you wipe the excess off on the edge of the bottle before applying you should have zero issues with glue going where it shouldn't.

[Semper Fortis]

Less is always more with super glue. I'm a big fan of the glue looper (TheGlueLooper on Facebook). I use version 2 for thin super glue. You use it to transfer a small amount of glue to exactly where you want it. Also works great to hold against a seam to wick the glue in by capillary action.

 

Actually works with any thin liquid (eg. pin washes, plastic cement). I also use them for precise application of lubricating oil. I think they also have a version for thick/gel glue.

 

If I recall correctly, they come in a pack of a dozen or so with three different sizes included. They fit in a hobby knife handle just like a blade and you can angle the tip to get into tight places. When they get gunked up you hold them over a flame for a second.

[SW1]

TheGlueLooper?

 

Sounds like a tool I may try out. :)