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Streched sprue antenna...how do I.....
Joker
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Posted: Friday, May 26, 2006 - 05:09 AM UTC
Really dumb one this time, but how do I get 'em dead straight? Mine always seem to have a slight curve, not wanted..
I use Tamiya sprue as I think it makes a better ( just better quality plastic in my opinion)and more consistant pull, but how on earth do I keep them straight..
Help me modelling gods
Cheers
Joker
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Posted: Friday, May 26, 2006 - 05:18 AM UTC
An old time trick........

Stretch vertically, not horizontally.
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Posted: Friday, May 26, 2006 - 03:09 PM UTC
Also - don't let go of one end until it has cooled a few seconds. Keep just a tiny bit of tension on the sprue to keep it straight.

Experiment with different manufacurers plastic - some are easier to use than others.
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Posted: Friday, May 26, 2006 - 06:49 PM UTC
Thanks lads, worked like a charm, always learning,...
regards
Joker
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