I’ve discovered a new product perfect for attaching clear parts: Power Pritt Gel (formerly Loctite Multi-Surface Adhesive Gel). It is an odorless, solvent- and PVC-free glue that sets in 15 seconds, according to its manufacturer. Unlike the usual clear-part cements and white glues, this gel forms a firm bead along the surface to be glued. The gel holds the part in place right away. Excess wipes off easily, and the glue will not damage or haze clear plastic the way super glue can. And, if I make a mistake, I’ve found I can break the seam and detach the part easily; the old glue scrapes off without leaving a residue. It’s perfect for clear parts that have to stand on edge, such as World War I aircraft windscreens.

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Tom TaylorZachary, Kentucky