Welders is magic. Great tip Will! Great way to make a repair better than a stock foam hinge.

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

Thanks Adam. Appreciate it. Thanks for turning me on to Welders. Been using it in the shop on various projects and works well.

3M Blenderm medical tape for fixing EPO hinges. Fast and effective. Very reliable. Hard to see from more than a couple of metres away. And can be used to reinforce new foam hinges before they even get broken.

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

I like Blenderm tape too. But I found that the foamtac or other quality adhesives really do a great job, and don't have that unsightly look that blenderm can have on certain painted surfaces.. Don't get me wrong.. I use the heck out of blenderm...

@16-BITFPV

7 ай бұрын

3M hing tape from DoBro I think it's Blendrem in clear can't see it at all.

Very nice tips! Thanks

I spread epoxy glue with some tape and it works really good

@SteffenRC

Ай бұрын

Sounds like a solid option

Foam-Tac is my go to!

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

Its hard to beat. Only issue I have with it, is it will gum up and doesn't flow as well as some other contact cements like Foam2Foam, UHU POR, or welders. I haven't tried E6000 on the hinge, but I might.

Thanks for the good hints. This is one of the fixes I have tried. Not sure why, but I have had hinges fixed with Foam Tac wear out again and let loose.

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

Wow. I’ve never had the just fail. Had the tear a little, but not out right fail. I may do a hinge abuse test and see what’s the best system for strength and looks good

@jollyroger2226

7 ай бұрын

Thanks. I might try hunting up some 'Welders' and try that. ( I like the idea of fixing the hinge back much like it was when new. ) I'm not sure how good a fix I had using the Foam Tac. I may have had some parts of the hinge area that did not have enough glue to be effective. Anyway, I subsequently trimmed up the hinge area so it was pretty clean and then put in some traditional metal pin hinges which are still functional.

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

@@jollyroger2226 installing hinges is pretty solid solution too.

Nice info good review I also add the wing tape too after I had a rudder come off glue and wing tape back up since I had it come off in flight 😨😰✈🛩🛫🛬🪂👍👍👍

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

I really like Blenderm, but it can look unsightly.. So, if I can get a good bond with glue, I'll stick with that.. (pun intended....)

@SlowFlyer85

7 ай бұрын

lol I here that ☺@@SteffenRC

Thanks for the tips! I enjoy your informative content. I was wondering though, could you use a couple small nylon hinges to make it a more permanent fix?

@SteffenRC

Ай бұрын

Rich, yes the nylon or CA hinges would be a great solution and last a while longer than this solution. That said, I've found this glued hinge works very well on planes that are a little less likely to rip off a control surface.. (Slower, more docile flyers).

Good videos. Tip from a pro. Leave the music out. Thanks for sharing these great tips.

@SteffenRC

6 ай бұрын

Thanks.. I noticed that the music is a little too loud. Some videos I like a little back ground and others not so much. Appreciate the feedback...

Foam to foam is the best in my opinion. Its definitely easier to work with and stays clear. For even better results put it in a syringe

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

F2F is a solid adhesive and would perform well for hinge repair. I recently made a video (two of them) about different adhesives for our foam planes and found that F2F was good, there were some that performed better in the strength test on EPO foam.

I lime foam tac it seems more flexible than welders. But mine hardened in the bottle before I could use it a second time. Guess I need to crash more often

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

I like your enthusiasm for using quality adhesives. That’s the bummer for Foamtac. It gets kinda gummy very fast. Uhu Por and Foam2Foam aren’t as good, but stay liquidy longer.

@thebunkreport

7 ай бұрын

I have those little tubes of foam tac and it's always gumming up the little nozzle. Small price to pay, though, for a product that works well.

Hot glue works amazing also. Just had to do one the other day

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

I'll give that a try.. I'd think it would be too stiff....

@jimnardone32

7 ай бұрын

I thought the same but worked perfectly.

@Technicallyaddicted

7 ай бұрын

T-Rex makes an invisible tape that is the best of both worlds. Stronger than packing tap and more flexible than glue. It’s like $11 tho.

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

@@Technicallyaddicted I've become an adhesive junkie while repairing planes and testing glues, so anything that will work better then what I have is a winner. I'll look into that tape.. Thanks..

@Technicallyaddicted

7 ай бұрын

@@SteffenRC it’s your video that made me experiment. I’m just now noticing how much of your content I watch. Subbed for sure. Lmk if you have any problems that we can bang our heads together and figure out. I’m pretty good with foamies and park flyers and I’m about to get a $2,000 3d printer.

Great video, I actually prefer the Welders over Foam Tack. It's been hard to find Welders recently. An old supplier said that the shipping from Europe has skyrocketed, forcing many to disscontinue it. Do you know of a current supplier with normal prices.

@SteffenRC

5 ай бұрын

I hadn't used Welders until the test and now I use it on several repairs and builds. I still use FoamTac on EPS plane though.. Interesting you mention its hard to get. I purchased mine from Amazon. I just checked and I can't find it there anymore.

@gisall8205

5 ай бұрын

I'm thinking it's from England. Shipping prices have forced most to discontinue carrying it. Used to get mine from TWISTED HOBBIES who no longer carries it either. Due to increased shipping cost. @@SteffenRC

You only bonded to the native material. What’s the actual hinge made from?

@SteffenRC

2 ай бұрын

These are factory foam hinges. They get damaged and fail over time or in a crash. Using certain flexible adhesives will fix the foam hinge. Or some pilots just add mechanical hinges.... Options.... Thanks for commenting - Will

Have you got a link to order the Foam Tac glue ?

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

www.amazon.com/BEACON-Foam-Tac-Powerful-Glue-Fast-Drying/dp/B0052RUL28/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1YBNKRH6KFCNT&keywords=foamtac&qid=1701379688&sprefix=foamtac%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-2

Look at Gorilla Glue “Clear Grip” contact adhesive. Exactly like Beacon Foam Tac but it’s half the price, locally procurable, and I think stronger. I’ve completely quit using Foam Tac or anything else.

@SteffenRC

6 ай бұрын

Well, thats another I gotta try out. I've done two glue tests (videos on my channel) and I only tested Gorilla Glue Clear.. It didn't rank as high as others, but now I'd like to test your recommendation and Gorilla Glue white against some of the leaders. Thanks for the info.. Will

@justsomedude8688

6 ай бұрын

Will - sure thing. GG Clear Grip is my go-to. I can’t really tell any difference between it and Foam-Tac…..other than it’s half the price and locally procurable. Curious to see what you think.

Interesting I didn’t realise it’s as simple as that. Would foam to foam work? As this is what I happen to have. That and E6000. 👍🏻🇬🇧

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

Foam2Foam is perfect for UMX EPS.

@cooltube

7 ай бұрын

@@SteffenRC oh sorry, I have EPO. (Apprentice sts, cirrus sr22t)

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

@@cooltube E6000 is great for those planes. Use sparingly. F2F is good too, but E6000 makes a much stronger bond. Good luck my friend

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

@@cooltube hey Dave. Use that e6000 very very sparingly on the hinges. F2F is a little more flexible so would work well.

@cooltube

7 ай бұрын

@@SteffenRC Noted Will. Thank you very much. Where would I be without you👍🏻🇬🇧

I currently have a broken flap and doesn’t the glue make it so it doesn’t turn anymore???

@SteffenRC

14 күн бұрын

You gotta use a fine line of glue to re-attach the control surface. It will mend/weld the original foam hinge. It’s not perfect, but it works pretty darn well. Your other option is a CA hinge.

@thenolan5xboy516

14 күн бұрын

@@SteffenRC I only have tape on me right now and the tape is making the flap not do a complete rotation if you know what I mean

@SteffenRC

14 күн бұрын

@@thenolan5xboy516 I think I know what you mean. With tape. You must apply the tape on the top of the flap with the flap in the full down position. Then, flip the plane over and apply the tape with the flap in the up position

@thenolan5xboy516

14 күн бұрын

@@SteffenRC ok I will try that.

@thenolan5xboy516

14 күн бұрын

@@SteffenRC I think it’s gonna work for now. And thank you so much dude you are actually truly a lifesaver for responding to my comment, and without you my whole day would have been ruined bc I just got this RC plane and I broke it on the first flight but now it is fixed because of you and I am so thankful for you.

FoamTac was the worst adhesive I've ever tried but it might have been an old or bad bottle.

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

I've has some bottles that are more viscous than others for sure. I think the best success with freshness is buying the bag of tiny bottles/vials.. They seem to stay liquidy longer and stay fresh.. Its a wonderful adheasive, but there are many other good ones out there too.. I test a mess of them in another video on my channel. Thanks Will

@16-BITFPV

7 ай бұрын

@@SteffenRC It's was a free sample so it very well could have been years old. Glue needs dates.

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

@@16-BITFPV agree... Just like milk and Spam.. 🙂

@16-BITFPV

7 ай бұрын

@@SteffenRC Don't get them confused 🤣

Foam hinges are the worst

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

They sure can be. Funny, I've had some that survived horrible crashes without any damage at all. I've had some tear right off while loading a plane in my truck.. Uhggggggg.... Thanks for watching and commenting.

I would have gone for sticky tape

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

Chuck, Thats the great part of this hobby. Lots of ways to solve these problems. I've made this fix on planes several times and it works well for me. Blenderm is my go to tape for tape hinges, but don't like using it on all situations. Thanks for commenting. Will

@chuckmaddison2924

7 ай бұрын

@SteffenRC I've just been messing around with a glider. I found an amazing turf and flexible tape, silver color, Sticks well and easy to remove . Think came from Kmart.

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

@@chuckmaddison2924 What is that tape called. I'm always interested in anything to help make repairs better/easier.. Thanks

@chuckmaddison2924

7 ай бұрын

@SteffenRC I just looked and amazingly it's got a name. BEAR professional multi-purpose DUCT TAPE. Also got another stamp, Norton Saint-Gobain.

Why not do a proper job and glue in a hinge or plastic film?

@SteffenRC

7 ай бұрын

I’ve done it this way and it works. So not sure what the definition of “proper job” is? Yes, CA hinge, blenderm tape, plastic hinge, all work. But so does this method.