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Trouble Glueing PECO Flextrack
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Hello, <br /> <br />I'm trying to build modular/sectional N-scale layout using PECO code 55 wooden ties flextrack SL-300F and various PECO code 55 turnouts and crossings. As suggested in model railroading literature, I'd like to glue PECO flextrack to cork roadbed mounted on 1/2-inch plywood. Have tried numerous glues such as various latex construction adhesives, adhesive caulks, silicone caulks, polyuretanes, basic white and yellow glues, matte medium, and many more. <br /> <br />Problem is none of them stick to the plastic ties in PECO flextrack. Even after 48-72 hours of curing, a slight twisting motion or slight upward pressure causes track to pop right out of the adhesive. Some of these adhesives do stick reasonably well to other brands of track. Suspect that, judging from the slippery feel of the plastic, PECO track ties are made from hard-to-stick-to engineering plastics like Delrin, polypropylene, polyethylene, or similar. <br /> <br />Has anyone had similar experiences? What did you do? Thanks for any advice and ideas. <br /> <br />Regards, <br />Alex <br /> <br />
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