Making Weld Beads, an MSW SBS

a technique by Glenn Cauley
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STEP 3: Enhance the Weld Bead

Soften the strip styrene with liquid cement.
Using the tool, press the sharp rounded tip into the strip styrene on an angle so you get a curved indent.
Move the tool tip back VERY SLIGHTLY on the strip styrene, and press in again.
Repeat along the length of the strip styrene.
Apply liquid cement to the bead to soften the edges slightly (and keep it in place.)
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About Glenn Cauley (GlennCauley)
FROM: ONTARIO, CANADA

My name is Glenn Cauley. I am an IT Business Analyst and professional Technical Writer living just outside Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. In my spare time (ha ha), I enjoy building models, riding motorcycles (and doing some instructing), spending time with friends & family along with a good bott...


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