I can't recall on what forum I have asked this before,so I will try again. I'm quite an experienced modeler,but one technique that eludes me is how to get the small the small ball at the tip of modern antennas. HELP!
Mario_HR
Croatia Hrvatska Joined: June 28, 2006
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Use white glue. Easy as that. Take some with the tip of a cocktail stick and just place it on top. It may require repeating as the glue shrinks a bit when it's dried. Just shape it like a small ball and there you go. HTH Mario
Mario's got the right idea but I use a slight variation. Before you glue the antenna on to the model, dip the top end wihere you want the ball into a small puddle of white glue. This really helps the ball 'form'. If you hang it upside down to dry, you'll find a perfect ball shape. Bob
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HeavyArty
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I prefer using 0.020 plastic rod for my antennas. To make the ball end, I hold it close to a lighter flame and let it ball up from the heat. It works for me.
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