oortiz10 Posted December 11, 2007 Share Posted December 11, 2007 Hey gang, I'm getting back into modelling with a project for a GB and while digging out all my old tools and stuff, I ran across an "old" bottle of Future. I don't exactly remember how old it is, but I was wondering if this stuff goes bad? Don't get me wrong, I can afford a new bottle, but the one I found's practically new! What do you guys think? Thanks, -O(mar) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ed_s Posted December 11, 2007 Share Posted December 11, 2007 Hey gang,I'm getting back into modelling with a project for a GB and while digging out all my old tools and stuff, I ran across an "old" bottle of Future. I don't exactly remember how old it is, but I was wondering if this stuff goes bad? Don't get me wrong, I can afford a new bottle, but the one I found's practically new! What do you guys think? Thanks, -O(mar) Eventually, Future will start to thicken, but it takes a few years if you keep the bottle closed. When is appears more viscious and doesn't flow or spray as well, it's time for a new bottle. HTH Ed Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CanadaMoe Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 Hello Omar. Yes, Future does go bad and turns yellow. At least that has been my experience. Good Luck Moe Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rafael Winter Posted December 12, 2007 Share Posted December 12, 2007 I am using a bottle from 3 years ago, at least, without any problem.. Rafael Winter Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeV Posted December 17, 2007 Share Posted December 17, 2007 I am using a bottle from 3 years ago, at least, without any problem..Rafael Winter Yes it does go bad. I have heard the shelf life is 5 years. I had a bottle that was 10 years old and had even Tamiya tape pulling it up after masking over it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rasczak Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Here's an off topic question (sorry bout the threadjack) Think future can be used to fix scratched cds???? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SSgtd6152 Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Here's an off topic question (sorry bout the threadjack)Think future can be used to fix scratched cds???? :D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Think future can be used to fix scratched cds???? Yes, it actually works very well for that. I've done it two or three times with great success. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rasczak Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 So you just pour it on there or apply with brush?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 It will work either way. I've dipped them and let it drain off, pretty much the same way you do it with a clear canopy, or brushed it on. Just don't leave any brush hairs behind. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MarkusN Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 Next threadjack: I've been to the US recently and have taken the oportunity to get the real stuff. The only thing I found in Walmart was "Pledge with Future shine", though. Is this the same thing? It looks like it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted December 19, 2007 Share Posted December 19, 2007 (edited) That one doesn't sound familiar. This is what you want: Edited December 19, 2007 by David Walker Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MarkusN Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 That one doesn't sound familiar. This is what you want:...snip... The bottle looks the same, so does the product inside. The Future logo appears smaller on the label, along with the "Acrylic Protection" blurb. So it could be the same thing forced into their Pledge product line, or a cleaner that just has the floor finish added. Oh well, only one way to find out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tph Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Quick question. If you've applied future and want to touch up the paint can you paint over it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted December 20, 2007 Share Posted December 20, 2007 Future is virtually bulletproof, so as long as it has cured long enough (24 to 48 hours) you should be able to paint over it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
volzj Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 Quick question. If you've applied future and want to touch up the paint can you paint over it? Yes. Acrylics, enamels, lacquer; you can touch them all up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tph Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 Great, thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Gudbergsson Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 And here is another helpful hint. If you dip a canopy in future or brush it on, or any clear parts for that matter, and you are not satisfied with the results, for what ever reason, get some Windex with ammonia pour it in a small container put the part in it and let it soak for a while, the windex will strip the future of the part and you can start over again. This method also applies for painted clear parts that have been applied with future. If for some reason you are not satisfied with the paint job due to some screw up, the Windex will strip the paint along with the coat of future. Cheers <_< Andy G Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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