Juggular 4964 Posted October 21, 2019 There was a tiny fold in the Alfa Romeo Giulia shell. When I cut across it, sure enough, it cracked. (I suppose Julia has too much curve) If you leave it, it will tear along that crack. I planned to paint first, and use reinforced tape. (something very similar Tamiya gives) But it's always better to ask before I commit to the simplest method. Are there better ways? I wonder if shoe gluing a piece of scrap Lexan and reinforced tape might work better? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWarty 1325 Posted October 21, 2019 I used extra Tamiya plastic netting (think Hot Shot netting) and Shoe Goo along the crack on my M01 Mini body. Worked fantastic. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bromley 681 Posted October 21, 2019 Get a roll of 3m cross weave glass tape. Sticks light snot to a blanket and tough as old boots. Use it in areas susceptible to damage. It makes my race shells last much longer. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Collin 1956 Posted October 22, 2019 And mention the capillary effect when you are going to paint the shell. Probably it will pull some paint through the crack. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nbTMM 433 Posted October 22, 2019 If it's a runner and you place more importance on longevity than shelf appeal, drill a small hole at the end of the crack to prevent it spreading. I just use clear packing tape on both sides of my running shells. When it gets ratty, remove clean and apply new tape. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Falcon#5 594 Posted October 22, 2019 I've never had to repair a new unpainted shell before, only used shells. The best solution I've found is flushing tape (blue mesh stuff on a roll that plasterers use) and brand name Shoe Goo. Has plenty of strength and plenty of flex. Lexan off-cuts and/or other brand shoe adhesive is too hard and brittle. Tip - If you know where your shell will split, tape and glue it in those areas before it does. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites