Problems with Revell Filler (Putty)

[Aircav]

Has anyone had any problems with Revell filler, the last two tubes I got the contents seem to of seperated in the tube leaving a thick clear jelly that eats plastic and the grey filler stuff that dosen't seem to want to dry.

[ChernayaAkula]

^ Yeah, happened to me too. I mix the two components on a piece of cardboard before applying. But I think other fillers work a lot better.

[Ian the Kiwi Herder]

Me too, won't use the stuff anymore. Squadron Green Stuff or (Superfine) White for me every time.

Ian

[kitnut617]

Funny that, I won't use the Squadron Putty anymore.  The last few tubes I got it would dry too quick and just flake off the plastic, no bonding what so ever.  I use the Revell Plasto and Tamiya Fine.

[Jeffry Fontaine]

Has anyone had any problems with Revell filler, the last two tubes I got the contents seem to of seperated in the tube leaving a thick clear jelly that eats plastic and the grey filler stuff that dosen't seem to want to dry.

Not having a tube of this available for inspection I would like to know if the container/tube has any shelf life or expiration date posted on the product.  It could be that the shelf life was exceeded or it could have been exposed to extreme temperatures which may have affected it and caused the ingredients to separate. 

[Geoff]

I haven't had this problem. It does disolve the plastic of the model so you have to be careful where you place it. But I found it a lot easier to use and carve than most of the others.
Geoff.

[Weaver]

I had this problem with the Revell filler so I store the tube upside down now, and it works fine.

[NARSES2]

I have noticed it Steve. But like others I mix it on a piece of card so maybe the separation isn't as bad as yours.

Been using Vallejo lately. Whilst "wet" you can smooth it out with a finger dipped in water. Sands well as well. Need to get some more from "Little Cars" at Telford

[Howard of Effingham]

hmm, i have had the same problem with the italeri 'plasto' putty.

just got shot of it and as others have said its back to the sqn white/greenstuff.

trevor

[cthulhu77]

Acryl Blue, Bondo glazing putty, and Mr. Surfacer are my fav's.

[jcf]

Acryl Blue, Bondo glazing putty, and Mr. Surfacer are my fav's.

Give Spies-Hecker Permacron Fine Putty 7715 a try, brilliant stuff.

Jon

[Brian da Basher]

Maybe it's just luck, but I've always had good results with Squadron White. Granted, I've been using the same tube for two years. I also highly reccomend Bondo red Spot Glazing putty, but be forewarned of the strong fumes and flammability while it cures. I think the key is knowing what you need for the job. For small gaps 1/16 inch or less, I use CA or Gator Glue. For larger ones, I use Squadron White. For huge gaps (like filling in the bomb bay door on my B-36) Bondo red Spot Glazing putty is excellent!

Brian da Basher

[lancer]

My filler of choice at the moment is 'Pollyfilla Fine surface filler'. It is nice to work with and cleans up pretty well before it dries and sands down nicely when dry. It dries fairly quickly as well. Having said that I did buy some squadron green to try out a couple of weeks ago.

[ysi_maniac]

I normally use Tamiya putty, with no problems yet.

[Aircav]

Squadron green stuff is a good filler, its great for making 1/35 berets, just let it skin over a bit and then you can push it down, instant beret, wonderful