Thank you to everyone's thoughtful responses for Jeff and his family. As always, it's good to hear from everyone. Yeah, it kind of surprised us too, that we hadn't used the Micro Liquitape before now, especially as much as we use other Microscale products. But there's an abundance of products out there and you use what you use. We just hope we were able to bring it to a wider audience and that some of you will find it useful. Thanks for watching, and we'll see you this Friday!
It's basically floor tile adhesive. We used gallons of it when we refurbished offices and banks. We put it down on a scraped, cleaned floor with a paint roller and went and did something else (lunch mostly) while it dried and turned clear. Don't know what Microscale are chargeing but we called it Tackifier and bought it by the drum.
Hetzer???!!! I don't understand the scale modeling industry's obsession with an armored vehicle that was so universally loathed by the tankers who crewed it, how about the same level of detail in a Ram Kangaroo or Sexton or Higgins Boat sheesh?
The instructions say it can be cleaned up with water while wet and paint thinner should be used if it has dried. Even when still wet, I found cleaning up the dotting tool a bit difficult, but not impossible. Thus, my recommendation not to use a paint brush. As one other viewer suggested, mineral spirits should be neutral enough to clean up the tape and not damage the part, but, of course, it could mar paint. -TK
This stuff is garbage, don’t waste your money. I was fooled into buying a bottle and thank the stars it’s inexpensive. It takes forever to dry regardless of the amount applied and is an extremely weak bond. I bought it to use on miniatures for test fitting etc. and it wouldn’t, when dry hold an arm on a 1/35th scale figure. And that’s after cleaning and degreasing the parts and thoroughly shaking up the product. Don’t be fooled, save your money and try using a small dab of blue tack instead. This is just a gimmick to separate you from your money
Takoms Hetzer might be good, but only talking about and not showing anything how to build and how good interior is, it is nothing compared with RFM ryefields tanks.
Been using the the liquitape for years. The only thing that will “safely” relive all of the model is mineral spirits. When I say “safely” it’s m referring to mineral spirits on lacquers / acrylics. I have no experience over enamels.
Wonder if the Micro Liquidtape is the same as the Woodland Scenics Hob-E-Tac adhesive? Kinda works the same way. Paint it on your tree armature, let dry (goes clear) and then dip in foliage. Probably never get that stuff out of a paint brush.
I have used the liquitape quite a bit. I mostly use it for things like panels that can be removed to expose engine parts underneath. If it ever gets dirty, just soak the part and it dissolves and you can reapply and use it again. Use it sparingly, only a few little dots of it are necessary to keep a panel tacked on. I keep finding more uses for it! Its like turning any surface into a 3M post-it note. It’s awesome!
The Micro Liquitape looks like a great option for tacking on masked canopies for painting. I've personally never had much luck with the PVA route for holding them in place, or have it come off clean without marring paint.
I'm sorry for the loss of the FSM team, and my thoughts to Jeff's family. I think I remember some of his models from the magazine, and he certainly had a level of talent to aspire to.
I agree, I've always wondered kits with full interiors and clear viewing parts didn't come crew in their respective positions. It would show how cramped and dangerous it is inside of a armored combat vehicle.
Thanks for the Liquid Tape review. I have a helicopter canopy that keeps falling off in the display case, and I think this will do the trick, so I just ordered some.
The Micro Liquitape looks like it should make a good liquid mask substitute. I'd be less worried about it coming away or spreading itself too thin along edges.
I'm surprised you've only just found this product. I've been using 'Liquid Tape' for years, and even after ten years the bottle is still usable. I usually apply it with a toothpick or a piece of old stretched sprue. If a more permanent bond is required just glue all edges, and join while still wet. The bond isn't totally permanent, but with a lot of care the part can be removed.
Sad news of Jeff's passing. I remembered nearly all of models you showed and was particularly impressed with the scratch built "airship" that you featured. RIP.
A very nice tribute to Jeff! I remember seeing most of his excellent models! My favorite one is of the two star destroyers colliding! We miss his great creativity.
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Thank you to everyone's thoughtful responses for Jeff and his family. As always, it's good to hear from everyone. Yeah, it kind of surprised us too, that we hadn't used the Micro Liquitape before now, especially as much as we use other Microscale products. But there's an abundance of products out there and you use what you use. We just hope we were able to bring it to a wider audience and that some of you will find it useful. Thanks for watching, and we'll see you this Friday!
It's basically floor tile adhesive. We used gallons of it when we refurbished offices and banks. We put it down on a scraped, cleaned floor with a paint roller and went and did something else (lunch mostly) while it dried and turned clear. Don't know what Microscale are chargeing but we called it Tackifier and bought it by the drum.
Model building supply companies love to offer a minimum amount of product at a maximum price. ☹️
Rest In Peace Jeff. So many memorable builds featured in FSM. A short, but very sweet tribute.
Hetzer???!!! I don't understand the scale modeling industry's obsession with an armored vehicle that was so universally loathed by the tankers who crewed it, how about the same level of detail in a Ram Kangaroo or Sexton or Higgins Boat sheesh?
As if we need anymore German armor kits..
If the Liquitape is water soluble, why would you use paint thinner to clean it up? 🤔
The instructions say it can be cleaned up with water while wet and paint thinner should be used if it has dried. Even when still wet, I found cleaning up the dotting tool a bit difficult, but not impossible. Thus, my recommendation not to use a paint brush. As one other viewer suggested, mineral spirits should be neutral enough to clean up the tape and not damage the part, but, of course, it could mar paint. -TK
This stuff is garbage, don’t waste your money. I was fooled into buying a bottle and thank the stars it’s inexpensive. It takes forever to dry regardless of the amount applied and is an extremely weak bond. I bought it to use on miniatures for test fitting etc. and it wouldn’t, when dry hold an arm on a 1/35th scale figure. And that’s after cleaning and degreasing the parts and thoroughly shaking up the product. Don’t be fooled, save your money and try using a small dab of blue tack instead. This is just a gimmick to separate you from your money
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Takoms Hetzer might be good, but only talking about and not showing anything how to build and how good interior is, it is nothing compared with RFM ryefields tanks.
Been using the the liquitape for years. The only thing that will “safely” relive all of the model is mineral spirits.
When I say “safely” it’s m referring to mineral spirits on lacquers / acrylics. I have no experience over enamels.
Sorry to about Jeff, very talented modeler. My prayers to his family.
Wonder if the Micro Liquidtape is the same as the Woodland Scenics Hob-E-Tac adhesive? Kinda works the same way. Paint it on your tree armature, let dry (goes clear) and then dip in foliage.
Probably never get that stuff out of a paint brush.
Very sorry to hear about Jeff. Loved his work.
I have used the liquitape quite a bit. I mostly use it for things like panels that can be removed to expose engine parts underneath. If it ever gets dirty, just soak the part and it dissolves and you can reapply and use it again. Use it sparingly, only a few little dots of it are necessary to keep a panel tacked on.
I keep finding more uses for it! Its like turning any surface into a 3M post-it note. It’s awesome!
I use the liquid tape applying a couple of dots to hold engine hoods or convertible roofs.
Easy removable wit a wet q tip
The Micro Liquitape looks like a great option for tacking on masked canopies for painting. I've personally never had much luck with the PVA route for holding them in place, or have it come off clean without marring paint.
The Jan/Feb2022 cover is what finally got me to subscribe to FSM. Jeff's work was amazing and inspirational.
The liquitape could be an option for dry fitting models instead of using tape? If it's easy to clean with water it should work.
Wow, that liquid tape is impressive. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
I put a small dot of liquitape to hold fiddly PE parts to position them. Then easily glue them in place with thin CA.
Nice tribute to Jeff. I'm sure his family appreciate it.
I'm sorry for the loss of the FSM team, and my thoughts to Jeff's family. I think I remember some of his models from the magazine, and he certainly had a level of talent to aspire to.
With the Hertzer Kit, With full interior, Why no Crew Figures for these kits???
I agree, I've always wondered kits with full interiors and clear viewing parts didn't come crew in their respective positions. It would show how cramped and dangerous it is inside of a armored combat vehicle.
Thanks for the Liquid Tape review. I have a helicopter canopy that keeps falling off in the display case, and I think this will do the trick, so I just ordered some.
You're welcome! We hope it works for you.
The Micro Liquitape looks like it should make a good liquid mask substitute. I'd be less worried about it coming away or spreading itself too thin along edges.
We'd hesitate to use it as a mask due to its tack and the difficulty of removing it after it's fully cured--you'd have to use paint thinner.
@@FineScaleModelermagazine So it isn't water soluble then, as claimed?
I'm surprised you've only just found this product. I've been using 'Liquid Tape' for years, and even after ten years the bottle is still usable. I usually apply it with a toothpick or a piece of old stretched sprue. If a more permanent bond is required just glue all edges, and join while still wet. The bond isn't totally permanent, but with a lot of care the part can be removed.
Sad news of Jeff's passing. I remembered nearly all of models you showed and was particularly impressed with the scratch built "airship" that you featured. RIP.
A very nice tribute to Jeff! I remember seeing most of his excellent models! My favorite one is of the two star destroyers colliding! We miss his great creativity.
Just tackling up a comment for the algorithm.
Tacked in place, but you can show off the interior.
Gods speed Jeff.