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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Newbie to forums

Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, July 19, 2005 9:47 PM

Hi everyone. I've been building models most of my life but this is the first time I've ever attempted to join a forum. I build all sorts of kits but unfortunately don't have the resources to improve my kits with aftermarket parts. I try to scratchbuild the parts if possible. I need some advice. Is there any way to replace broken clear windshields on car kits? I can't order the part from the manufacturer because the kit is discontinued. Are there any other options than tyring to find another kit for the replacement? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

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darson

Member since
February 2003
From: Melbourne, Australia

Posted by darson on Wednesday, July 20, 2005 1:43 AM

to the forum Huey, it's nice to have you here.

As for your question, you're probably better off posting it in the Auto forum where the experts can help you out.

Cheers
Darren

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KINGTHAD

Member since
May 2004
From: Dallas

Posted by KINGTHAD on Wednesday, July 20, 2005 8:26 AM

Welcome

Thad

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J-Hulk

Member since
February 2003
From: Tochigi, Japan

Posted by J-Hulk on Wednesday, July 20, 2005 8:30 AM

Welcome to FSM!
You could try vacuforming your own windshield.
Ask more about that over at the auto forum, and I'm sure you'll get a flood of rensponses!

~Brian

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rjkplasticmod

Member since
February 2003
From: A Spartan in the Wolverine State

Posted by rjkplasticmod on Wednesday, July 20, 2005 9:43 AM

Welcome to the FSM Forums Sign - Welcome [#welcome]

. Glad you're here.

Regards, Rick

RICK

At My Age, I've Seen It All, Done It All, But I Don't Remember It All...

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, July 20, 2005 2:11 PM

Welcome to FMS Forums. Thanks for joining us.

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, July 20, 2005 3:12 PM

Thanks to everyone for the welcome. I did post my question in the auto forum and I got some good advice. Here's what I was told to do: use clear thermaform from Squadron I just heat it with a candle until it's soft and stretch it over the part I want to replace and after it cools, I have a windshield. I was told that 0.10 would probably be thick enough for the job. Thanks again for all the welcomes and replies.