Attaching Rear Panel on Hilux

[photocycler]

I just ordered a hilux body with the reign rear window panel. What should I be using to attach the back panel to the front cab?

thanks for the help

[Lentsnh2012]

What body brand is it? RC4WD or Tamiya?

[photocycler]

The Tamiya Hi Lift Toyota Hilux

[Lentsnh2012]

Originally Posted by photocycler

The Tamiya Hi Lift Toyota Hilux

Put some Pro-Weld (Styrene "glue") where the two pieces meet up. You'll start to see the body and rear window frame start to get soft and pliable. Squeeze it together until you see some styrene ooze ooze out. Let it dry and cure for an hour or so. There you have it!

If you want to make it a little stronger, put a light bead of Shoe Goo or Goop adhesive in the inner corners of the two pieces when they're together.

[photocycler]

Originally Posted by Lentsnh2012

Put some Pro-Weld (Styrene "glue") where the two pieces meet up. You'll start to see the body and rear window frame start to get soft and pliable. Squeeze it together until you see some styrene ooze ooze out. Let it dry and cure for an hour or so. There you have it!

If you want to make it a little stronger, put a light bead of Shoe Goo or Goop adhesive in the inner corners of the two pieces when they're together.

OK great, Thanks! Wasn't sure if it was made of styrene. Should I sand it after before I prime it. Never worked with this material so not sure and haven't found information specific to attaching this back panel

[Lentsnh2012]

Originally Posted by photocycler

OK great, Thanks! Wasn't sure if it was made of styrene. Should I sand it after before I prime it. Never worked with this material so not sure and haven't found information specific to attaching this back panel

I'm not too sure what the Reign RC window frame is made out of, it may be styrene, I've just never needed to buy one. The styrene weld liquid works great with Tamiya bodies- It just sucks on the colored RC4WD bodies. That's why I asked.

When working with plastics, take your time and be patient. It's very relaxing when you get the hang of it.


As for painting, I wash it with warm water and dishwashing soap to get the mold release off of the body and then lightly, lightly, lightly scuff it with a fine sandpaper grit.

[photocycler]

thanks, appreciate the help