discussion folded wings problem still?

[Modler bob]

Hi Guys, I'm having a real problem getting my Seafire FR47 wings to hold up still.
I know I have mentioned this b/4, but can't find where I added this :confounded:
Anyway, I remember Davecov showing the model he built several years ago, which is fantastic due to some mods etc.
anyway, I'm at the stage with mine, trying to get the wings to fold up.
Some of you gave me some good recommendations to make some "L" shaped supports etc incl...staples and large paper clips.
I tried the paper clips by cutting and bending to an L shape...drilled into the wings and placing them with Contaca glue.
waited for them to dry until fairly solid, but not very convincing afraid.:disappointed:
Davecov did say he used the original fittings, but I haven't noticed any in my two boxes.
Just wondering if anyone has a better idea?
Sorry for the overly long post. That's about as long as it's taking me to build the kit:smiling:

 

[stillp]

Bob, Contacta isn't going to stick to anything metal, like paper clips. Try CA (superglue).
Pete

 

[Modler bob]

Bob, Contacta isn't going to stick to anything metal, like paper clips. Try CA (superglue).
Pete

Thanks, Pete.
You might've mentioned that b/4 :smiling:

 

[Dave Ward]

I've used 2 part epoxy to do this - it gives you a lot of wiggle time, and you tape it all in position & leave overnight - it's got to be right, as you'll never get them apart again..................
Dave

 

[Modler bob]

As in Araldite Dave?

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[Dave Ward]

As in Araldite Dave?

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Yep, that's the stuff
Dave

 

[Modler bob]

Thanks, Dave got some today, so will give it another go later
on with the saga :rolling:
As it happens it'll be good enough to repair a couple of things I've been meaning to get round to :smiling:

 

[davecov]

Davecov did say he used the original fittings, but I haven't noticed any in my two boxes.

As I explained to you in a PM "I didn't mean I used separate hinges but used the method in the instructions for joining the wings i.e. tabs on outer wings glued to tabs on inner wings.".

Dave

 

[Modler bob]

As I explained to you in a PM "I didn't mean I used separate hinges but used the method in the instructions for joining the wings i.e. tabs on outer wings glued to tabs on inner wings.".

Dave

sorry for the late reply Dave. Been away for a couple of weeks. and think I have the flu now, no Not coved as tested for that.
Anyway, I looked at the instructions, and all I have is pictures, which obviously is the way it's going nowadays :disappointed2:
No mention of tabs or words to explain the fixing.
But thanks anyway.