You can use solvent cement for attaching .005" styrene to styrene without softening the edges or warping the strip. I can give you a technique which I use if interested by contacting me at <midcentury@...> -Andy
benjaminfrank_hom <b.hom@...> wrote: Bud Rindfleisch wrote: "Thought you guys would be the source for advice on adding some .005" styrene riveted batten strips on a model. I thought I'd use the tried and true method of running a row of rivets on a larger sheet then cutting them into narrow strips. Now to add them to a carbody....should I use ACC or a quick evaporating solvent? I'd hate to have the thin styrene "melt" on me. I also would want to be able to make minor adjustments if necessary before they set up. Appreciate your help."
Bud, I'd stay away from the solvent for 5 mil styrene as it'll make your rivet strips melt. I recommend a very sparing amount of thickened CA (ACC) if you want to be able to make minor adjustments before the adhesive sets.
