Saburo Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I was wondering if anyone has experienced the glue turning brown or yellowing on their Yamato Valks? I noticed along the seam lines of the parts that the there was a discoloration, I am guessing this is the glue that is turning a yellow/brown. Does anyone have any suggestions if there is a way to fix/clean this type of discoloration? Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chyll2 Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 buy super/strike packs and that seam line will be covered Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted July 23, 2014 Author Share Posted July 23, 2014 (edited) buy super/strike packs and that seam line will be covered Haha, great suggestion, I like the way you think! Edited July 23, 2014 by Saburo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Just one of many reasons I hate figures that are glued together. Often has messy leaks/gaps/spills that dry, discolor--and make it impossible to separate/repair without damage. And usually pointless in the first place when they're screwed together anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anime52k8 Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I always figured that was just dirt and gunk settling in the cracks from handling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrentonx Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 (edited) On video game controllers, I call that "hand cheese" Since the Valk wasn't handled that much, it's more likely the aging of the adhesive. Edited July 23, 2014 by xrentonx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 I always figured that was just dirt and gunk settling in the cracks from handling. On video game controllers, I call that "hand cheese" Since the Valk wasn't handled that much, it's more likely the aging of the adhesive. LOL @ Gunk and Hand Cheese Sucks to see that Saburo, hopefully you're able to find a good solution. That said, I am rather surprised to see that on a newer Valk/release. -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted July 23, 2014 Author Share Posted July 23, 2014 (edited) I always figured that was just dirt and gunk settling in the cracks from handling. I suspected could be that, I took the pics last night and then posted them. I haven't had a chance to examine it closely since I am at work right now. I'll check it when I get home. On video game controllers, I call that "hand cheese" Since the Valk wasn't handled that much, it's more likely the aging of the adhesive. Ugh hand cheese... I had a friend back in college who's controllers had hand cheese just caked on them. We all knew to bring our own controllers if we were gaming at his place. LOL LOL @ Gunk and Hand Cheese Sucks to see that Saburo, hopefully you're able to find a good solution. That said, I am rather surprised to see that on a newer Valk/release. -b. Thanks, but I am not disappointed by it. Its part of the aging process of a toy so I accept it. chyll2 had a great suggestion, buy super/strike parts! That should cover most of the spots. I emailed a friend of mine who is a toy collecter/toy restorer, he gave me some suggestions. I am going give it a try. Edited July 23, 2014 by Saburo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 ^Very cool, I hope that it all works out, the restoration and the find/purchase of a reasonably priced set of Fast Packs. -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted July 23, 2014 Author Share Posted July 23, 2014 ^Very cool, I hope that it all works out, the restoration and the find/purchase of a reasonably priced set of Fast Packs. -b. Thanks, but sadly I think the restoration has better chance at working than finding a set of "reasonably" priced Fast Packs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Try to wipe it off first with dampcloth and a touch of dishwashing soap just to see if it's just dirt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacrossJunkie Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 I guess worst case, you could sand the surface a bit to make sure the seam is level with the surface and spray paint it white. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
close313 Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 I don't think it's dirt, The edges of white plastic usually yellow first. Happened to my assembly kit which i did not use glue on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted July 24, 2014 Author Share Posted July 24, 2014 Try to wipe it off first with dampcloth and a touch of dishwashing soap just to see if it's just dirt. I'll give that a try this weekend. I guess worst case, you could sand the surface a bit to make sure the seam is level with the surface and spray paint it white. The thought of painting it did run through my mind, but I am not confident in my painting skills. I don't think it's dirt, The edges of white plastic usually yellow first. Happened to my assembly kit which i did not use glue on. Yeah, its not dirt I used a cotton swab to clean the area after I took the photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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