Redcoat TK3199 Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Hi all, Something that I have just encountered thats a bit frustrating. I am building a new ABS kit from ATA. While transferring my electronics (amp, sound board, fans and batteries etc) into my new bucket, I have discovered that nothing will adhere to the inside of the ABS. I normally use the heavy duty adhesive Velcro or a combination of normal Velcro and industrial double sided tape, none of which stick. Anyone else seen this or am i missing something here?Any ideas for a solution would be great. I prefer not to glue in the parts but will at a last resort. cheers lads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echo[TK] Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Could be the residue of a release agent in the forming process. Have you tried washing the inside of the lid with a mild dish soap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyInWhite[TK] Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Exactly what I was going to say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 You could also rough the inner surface with some sandpaper. I use a contact adhesive to mount my velcro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcoat TK3199 Posted August 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Ok, I just wanted to make sure it wasnt some major step I had ignored. I would prefer not to attach the velcro with adhesive so I have a bit more flexibilty to relocate stuff. I will if I have to though I will reply with the outcome. Cheers. Carry on Troopers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcoat TK3199 Posted August 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2013 Gave the inside a wash with mild detergant and rinsed. Problem solved!!! Back on track, thanks everyone.See you at Dragoncon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedcoatTD Posted October 26, 2013 Report Share Posted October 26, 2013 Hi Redcoat! This is Redcoat! Would you believe I have ATA armor too and had the very same problem as you!?! I will try this solution and hopefully this will work for me too! I always wondered who had taken the 'Redcoat' name on the forums. Now I know! Nice to meet you, mate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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