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glakedylan

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what is the blue stuff?
« on: November 12, 2014, 03:33:39 PM »
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I am currently doing a kitbash
and I know there will be places that need to be filled in and sanded smooth
one is a steam boiler the other a diesel body

I have seen photos of others' work when what seemed to be a filled-in part
had some blue colored substance
it would probably be some kind of putty that works well in such fixes

can anybody share some information about what it is and from where it is available
any information will be sincerely appreciated
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Re: what is the blue stuff?
« Reply #1 on: November 12, 2014, 03:40:12 PM »
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You mean green?  Squadron putty.

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Re: what is the blue stuff?
« Reply #2 on: November 12, 2014, 03:49:36 PM »
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Automotive body spot putty is also actually a viable option.

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Re: what is the blue stuff?
« Reply #3 on: November 12, 2014, 04:19:10 PM »
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I agree with the Bondo Spot putty.  It's Orange.
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Re: what is the blue stuff?
« Reply #4 on: November 12, 2014, 04:30:24 PM »
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thanks for the very timely replies

Chris...yes, it might have been "green"

the other two suggestions I will certainly look in to

anyone know what might be best with shapeways FUD?
or GHQ pewter?

does it make a difference?


again, thanks much!
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Re: what is the blue stuff?
« Reply #5 on: November 13, 2014, 02:21:06 PM »
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It may be 3M's no longer in production blue body putty.  I use their red filler now.  I have use both acrylic as well as the regular 3M Red.  One tube will last you several life times, but great stuff.

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