Paul3 So far, the only method for installing "glass" in models that I haven't seen mentioned here yet is one I use from time to time: Magic Tape. Note: not ordinary clear celephane tape, but 3M brand "Magic Tape". Believe it or not, it works. I only use it when I'm using 0.005" clear plastic in strips to put glass in brass passenger cars or cabooses (and some engines). I take small pieces of Magic Tape and use tweasers to stick it where it's got to be stuck. Magic Tape is also useful for holding lightbulb wires in place in brass engines. The thing about Magic Tape is that it doesn't dry out and disintegrate like normal celephane tape does. I have cars & locos that I've used this method on over 15 years ago, and the tape is still holding just fine. The guy I got the idea from has been using it for over 25 years, so I'm not sure how long it'll last...but it seems to be holding on so far. Paul A. Cutler III
So far, the only method for installing "glass" in models that I haven't seen mentioned here yet is one I use from time to time: Magic Tape. Note: not ordinary clear celephane tape, but 3M brand "Magic Tape".
Believe it or not, it works. I only use it when I'm using 0.005" clear plastic in strips to put glass in brass passenger cars or cabooses (and some engines). I take small pieces of Magic Tape and use tweasers to stick it where it's got to be stuck. Magic Tape is also useful for holding lightbulb wires in place in brass engines.
The thing about Magic Tape is that it doesn't dry out and disintegrate like normal celephane tape does. I have cars & locos that I've used this method on over 15 years ago, and the tape is still holding just fine. The guy I got the idea from has been using it for over 25 years, so I'm not sure how long it'll last...but it seems to be holding on so far.
Paul A. Cutler III
Thanks Paul. I like this idea. So you tape OVER the window? You install the window with the tape correct? Sounds like a great idea.