A few things to remember about resin models:
1) When resin is heated under hot tap water you can bend it, we recommend using a large pot with hot tap water, leave it in for around 3-5 minuets and SLOWLY bend the part. When you have it back into shape, run it under cool tap water and it will stay in position (note we cannot be responsible if you damage your kit) if you break something, all is not lost! Crazy glue works wonders, and with a little filler you won’t even know.

2) The glues we recommend are Crazy-glue, 2-ton epoxy (great for parts that support weight) and ZAP. You may have a better alternative.

3) Resin is NOT good to inhale! Wear a dust mask while sanding.

4) Resin is softer than plastic, and more prone to break, work slowly and carefully, if something does not fit, do not force it! Decide if it is better to remove material or if you need to heat it and bend it slightly.

5) Do yourself a favor and get a small rotary tool with a grinding bit… you will save loads of time and your fingers from knife cuts.

6) Use an epoxy clay or model filler to fill gaps, we recommend Magic-Sculpt, http://magicsculp.com It sands at the same rate as the resin and works like a dream. You can also use it to personalize you kit with symbols, horns and what-have-you.

7) WASH YOU MODEL! We use paintable mold release but this does not guarantee that your paint will stick. Wash in warm water using a liquid dish detergent.

8) Paint your kit with primer, this will help you paint adhere and will help show any surface defects before your final coats. We recommend a sandable primer such as automotive primer. Krylon also makes a great no drip primer.

9) Have fun and take your time! Rushing through the build process may leave you a little disappointed with your results.

**The product recommendations made above are based on our experience; you may have differing results.