Filling in cracks

misterp36 · Post by **misterp36** » Sun Feb 19, 2006 8:11 am

Hi, pretty new to this modelling thing, i m really doing it to practice my CAD skills rather than the actual modelling. Im modelling 1:400 Heller Tirpitz on Pro Engineer.

http://photobucket.com/albums/f310/mist ... bridge.jpg

shows my progress so far on the computer

and the actual model is looking ok but there is a big gap where the two halves of the hull don't meet correctly. Any suggestions on filling it in ? can i use poly filler or do i have to use something more advanced?

Many thanks

Post by **Timmy C** » Sun Feb 19, 2006 1:44 pm

Cool stuff!

For filling gaps, just use autobody filler, which is what some people use, or go to a hobby shop and buy a tube of filler putty.

aboard!

les · Post by **les** » Mon Feb 20, 2006 12:36 am

You can also use plastic strip, available from your hobby shop. It will sand and won't dimple.

Poppop · Post by **Poppop** » Mon Feb 20, 2006 11:36 am

If there is a big gap, you're want to fill as much of it as possible with the plastic strip approach mentioned above. Fillers usually won't hold up on a large gap.

Then you can use the modelling putty of your choice to give you a smooth finish.

You can also use medium or heavy CA glues by applying it to the seam, hitting it with accelerator, and then immediately sanding it smooth. Gives a glass like finish if you do it properly... practice on some old scrap or model before trying it on your new project.

Regards,

Charlie