(EXTRA) Generic Tutorial: Loose Parts

Let's tighten up figures through easy fixes.

In this guide we will be showing you how to use a small amount of sticky tack to tighten up some joints!

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Beginner friendly
Multiple methods
No permanent figure alterations

Pre-Fix Checklist

This tutorial will show you how to use sticky tack to fix loose parts on your figures. A simple and affordable method that works great for small and light pieces.

Check and ensure that the figure in question is not broken.Purchase some sticky tack. Any tack works but we recommend the white or grey ones simply because they are harder to notice on figures.Have a clean and organized location to use the sticky tack.

Repair Workflow: Using Sticky Tack

Expand each stage for exact actions, timing, and stop signs.

Stage 1: Diagnose Where The Issue Is

Identify what pieces are loose for you to apply this tack. In this case Arkham Knight Ver 1.5 from Revoltech Amazing Yamaguchi.

In this case this Arkham Knight has a loose hinge joint.
⚠NOTE: Sticky tack works best when the pieces/parts are small, light, and/or a hinge joint. Reason for this is because sticky tack is not really sticky on all figure materials but excels in sockets or light parts.

Stage 2: Spit Some Tack On It

After isolating what piece(s) are loose the next thing to do is to tack it.

As mentioned sticky tack works best for sockets, small, and light pieces. In this case this Arkham Knight's issue is on a socket.
Use a small amount of tack (add/remove more if needed), place it within the socket.

Stage 3: Check and Clean Up

Now that there is enough tack within the socket where it does not fully push out the peg. Now it's time to check if it worked.

Since this issue is on the hinge the next thing to do is bend the hinge to ensure there is enough tack for the space within the socket allows for more friction.

Done!

And that's it!

Video Tutorial

This is the visual version of the tutorial. Both have the same set of information only in a visual method. Please feel free to follow our YouTube channel. Pilk Milk Factory

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Other Fixes for Loose Parts

This is a directory for other fixes that vary in effectiveness. Note that these fixes are sourced from the Internet and personal accounts, mostly from Reddit but verified by our Team.

Using a Wet Paper Towel

Stuffing a wet paper towel piece into a socket to apply friction. Due to this added friction the pieces should now "stick" onto each other.

Cost: Free

Effectiveness: Somewhat

Best For: Slightly Loose Pieces

View Guide

Using Special Glue

Applying this special glue pretty much solves any loose parts you got. It's an amazing DIY tool for collectors!

Cost: Low - Moderate

Effectiveness: EXTREMELY Effective

Best For: Any piece or part

View Guide

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Pre-Fix Checklist

This tutorial will show you how to use sticky tack to fix loose parts on your figures. A simple and affordable method that works great for small and light pieces.

Repair Workflow: Using Sticky Tack

Expand each stage for exact actions, timing, and stop signs.

Stage 1: Diagnose Where The Issue Is

Identify what pieces are loose for you to apply this tack. In this case Arkham Knight Ver 1.5 from Revoltech Amazing Yamaguchi.

In this case this Arkham Knight has a loose hinge joint.
⚠NOTE: Sticky tack works best when the pieces/parts are small, light, and/or a hinge joint. Reason for this is because sticky tack is not really sticky on all figure materials but excels in sockets or light parts.

Stage 2: Spit Some Tack On It

After isolating what piece(s) are loose the next thing to do is to tack it.

As mentioned sticky tack works best for sockets, small, and light pieces. In this case this Arkham Knight's issue is on a socket.
Use a small amount of tack (add/remove more if needed), place it within the socket.

Stage 3: Check and Clean Up

Now that there is enough tack within the socket where it does not fully push out the peg. Now it's time to check if it worked.

Since this issue is on the hinge the next thing to do is bend the hinge to ensure there is enough tack for the space within the socket allows for more friction.

Done!

And that's it!

Other Fixes for Loose Parts

This is a directory for other fixes that vary in effectiveness. Note that these fixes are sourced from the Internet and personal accounts, mostly from Reddit but verified by our Team.

Using a Wet Paper Towel

Stuffing a wet paper towel piece into a socket to apply friction. Due to this added friction the pieces should now "stick" onto each other.

Cost: Free

Effectiveness: Somewhat

Best For: Slightly Loose Pieces

View Guide

Using Special Glue

Applying this special glue pretty much solves any loose parts you got. It's an amazing DIY tool for collectors!

Cost: Low - Moderate

Effectiveness: EXTREMELY Effective

Best For: Any piece or part

View Guide