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How to Repair a Damaged Action Figure

Introduction

This guide serves as a quick fix to repairing any broken plastic collectible action figures to prolong their life. Users will be able to understand this quick fix and perform the repairs in an estimated 20 minutes.

It is strongly recommended that adult supervision is used when handling strong substances such as Gorilla Glue.

What you need

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    • Clean the figurine and wash your hands before starting.

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    • Identify the broken parts and apply a small drop of super glue on the area needing a fix.

    • CAUTION: AVOID DIRECT SKIN CONTACT WITH THE GLUE. Glue can cause skin irritation or burns.

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    • Press the two pieces together and make sure they match. Hold them together tightly for 2 minutes.

    • If any glue leaks outside when pressing, use an alcohol wipe to clean it.

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    • Let the glue settle and dry for a minimum of 1 hour.

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    • Use acrylic paint as necessary for patching chipped sections of the plastic.

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    • Allow the paint to fully dry before attempting to move or adjust the figurine.

    • You can use hair dryer to speed up the drying process.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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