What Glue to Use.

Test fit the parts to see if/how large any gaps will be.  MOST resin kits are assembled using CA/SUperGlue adhesives, usually the gel type (aka slower setting time) and the modeler can use an accelerator to "freeze" a joint once it's aligned.  Gorilla Glue has a slow set version with micro rubber beads that gives some joint flexibility.  I've also used/like Locktite gel.  There are also "microballoons" that can be used as gap filler.

For resin I prefer a 2 part epoxy glue. It fills gaps and will withstand more handling than CA/Zap type glues.....IMHO only.  No matter what glue you use....make sure the casting are free of mold release or any oils. 

I recently built one of the Berkshire Valley kits - definitely test fit everything as you go and be prepared to do a bet of sanding to insure a good fit.  Reallly key to making good solid joints that will hold over time.  I suspect that many sob stories regarding resin kits originate from poor joinery and adhesive use. 

I used regular medium viscosity CA for the most part; a bit of Goo and CA on one joints that needed a little "extra".  Went together just fine after I trued up all of the edges and ends.  No worries about mold releases either - not sure that Berkshire Valley uses any on their kits anyway; painted very nicely.

Chuck,Dave, and Mike(?),

Thanks for your help with this.

Bruce

Two Part Epoxy. What setting time is best for the Berkshire Valley Flat Car kits?

Andrew

I thought that all you had to do with a BV flat car kit was put the decking on and add the detail parts.  I just used Goo for the decking but I substituted wood for the styrene that was supplied.  I think I used CA for all of the detail parts and if not then a combination of CA and Goo.