Milliput

[jcf]

Unfortunately that doesn't appear to be available downunder.  Is it water soluble like Milliput?

Halford's Isopon P38 is just a polyester auto-body filler, generically called Bog.
Evercoat and 3M/Bondo brands are common in the US.

A quick Google shows that Supercheap Auto in OZ sells the 3M filler and their own house brand:
http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/online-store/car-detailing-paint-panel/paint-panel-prep/body-filler.aspx?id=3043

Polyester body filler is not smoothable with water, has a short pot-life (working time) and reeks to high heaven,
aside from that it is handy stuff for a variety of purposes. 

[Mossie]

Like Chris, 've never had a problem with Milliput.  I just put the two sausages side by side & cut the same amount off them.  It's pretty cheap here in the UK, I think it gets more expensive when exported.  I've sometimes wondered if that's part of the problem, maybe it doesn't travel well although some in the UK have the same problems.

The only problem I have with Miliput is the waste. You always end up with far to much once it's mixed 

I have the same problem. I usually mould the excess into a teardrop shape so I can use it later for lumps & bumps on an aircraft.

If you're building a diorama it's good for shaping into sandbags.  Dab it with a bit of kitchen roll or fabric to give a weave pattern.

[Hobbes]

Funny, I just read a story about a Dutch company that does the same with leftover concrete. For buliding projects, concrete is brought in with those mixer trucks. Normally the excess is dumped as waste. This company made moulds and started pouring the leftover concrete into them.



The blocks are in the shape of Lego blocks (a bit bigger, of course) and have become rather popular for building temporary walls etc.

[PR19_Kit]

The blocks are in the shape of Lego blocks (a bit bigger, of course) and have become rather popular for building temporary walls etc.

Do they colour them red and yellow too? 

[rickshaw]

The blocks are in the shape of Lego blocks (a bit bigger, of course) and have become rather popular for building temporary walls etc.

Do they colour them red and yellow too? 

There is the new Courts building in Adelaide.  If you walk around the side, it has been made/painted to look exactly as if it was made of Lego.  Red, yellow, green, blue sections which look exactly like gigantic Lego blocks.  I've found a flikr page with a picture of it but it won't allow me to link directly to the image.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/43893596@N02/4878587171/

The front has a similar style but it isn't quite as obvious:

[rickshaw]

Having long followed the male cliche that one should only consult instructions as an absolute last resort I decided to go and see what they say on the Milliput website and found:

Instructions for Superfine White Milliput:

It is very important when using this grade of Milliput, because the sticks are virtually the same colour, that you mix the two parts for at least five minutes.

This perhaps where I went wrong.  However, in the meantime I've gone and purchased some Yellow-Grey Milliput.  I'll see how that goes.

[NARSES2]

Having long followed the male cliche that one should only consult instructions as an absolute last resort I decided to go and see what they say on the Milliput website and found:

Well I'm sure will allow this one off occurrence 

[albeback]

I've been using Milliput ( both types) for years now with few problems. The only real issue I have is the inordinately long setting time I've experienced with the yellow/grey type. Of course, it may be down to incorrect mixing on my part. However, I've experienced setting times of several days!!

I have also succesfully used plumbers 2-part epoxy putty as well. As pointed out earlier, it is a very similar product but, I can't say I've noticed any real difference in price. It does however ( again in my experience) seem to have a shorter life than Milliput once opened. From that perspective, I suggest it is likely to more expensive as, you will be replacing it more often.

I've never tried Isopon Car body filler - worth bearing in mind for future. 

Personally, I enjoy using milliput - it's a god send!! Especially in Whif world!!

[The Wooksta!]

Unfortunately that doesn't appear to be available downunder.  Is it water soluble like Milliput?

Don't know, P38 is the Halfords name but it's a car body filler which you should be able to get from any car repair outlet.  Bondo seems to be the US name.  The more catalyst you use, quicker the curing time.  Average 15 minutes.  Definitely not water soluble but sands very smooth to a glas like finish and if you time it right during the curing process, you can cut it like cheese.  Been a while since I've used it though.