POP! Repair

[a99kitten]

Hi,

Did a quick search and do not see anything so asking... I had 2 POPs break - 1 a foot broke off (top heavy guy fell over) and then a stand on a "flying one" (Tink) - is there a good glue/adhesive and way to do for best looks to repair these?

I know it won't look new but I'd like them to look good. Also keeping in mind I am SO NOT a creative type so was thinking a glue gun? But does Gorilla glue work on POPs?

[Serch_na]

AS far as i remember and i dont want to be misunderstood with translation, baking soda and super glue works, hardens like a rock and doesent burn the vinyl

[repair-manmanmanman]

I haven't had to fix too many since I'm in-box, but gorilla glue usually works for me with appendages. Not sure about the stand parts because those tend to hold a lot of the pop's weight.

[Toys R Us Kid]

AS far as i remember and i dont want to be misunderstood with translation, baking soda and super glue works, hardens like a rock and doesent burn the vinyl

The wrong glues can burn the vinyl? @___@

[post31]

As some one who carries pops and other Funko toys every where I go I have broken so many pieces and tried so many glues but the best one is if you go on Amazon and search for jue fish glue that is the very best glue you can use for this.

[Serch_na]

AS far as i remember and i dont want to be misunderstood with translation, baking soda and super glue works, hardens like a rock and doesent burn the vinyl

The wrong glues can burn the vinyl? @___@

Yup, some of the, have solvents that affect vinyl

[zonkttc]

I tend to have a test pop to see the glue reaction to see whats best. Like I do not recommend cheap superglue. It can strip paint

[Kwik_One]

As some one who carries pops and other Funko toys every where I go I have broken so many pieces and tried so many glues but the best one is if you go on Amazon and search for jue fish glue that is the very best glue you can use for this.

Thanks for the insight.

[zonkttc]

Another alternative would be uv activated glue. I find this to be the strongest bond.

[zonkttc]

As some one who carries pops and other Funko toys every where I go I have broken so many pieces and tried so many glues but the best one is if you go on Amazon and search for jue fish glue that is the very best glue you can use for this.

Thanks for the recommendation

[Ginzo1622]

I tend to have a test pop to see the glue reaction to see whats best. Like I do not recommend cheap superglue. It can strip paint

Yeah testing it make sense

[Tusken]

As some one who carries pops and other Funko toys every where I go I have broken so many pieces and tried so many glues but the best one is if you go on Amazon and search for jue fish glue that is the very best glue you can use for this.

Thank you for the great advice. This is a great thread to create to help with ideas on fixing the Pop.

[rexflexall]

Another alternative would be uv activated glue. I find this to be the strongest bond.

That stuff is pretty hefty!

[Marvel_Mama]

I use Loctite, vinyl, fabric, plastic glue. No reactions on plastic and strong hold. Its also clear.

[zonkttc]

Another alternative would be uv activated glue. I find this to be the strongest bond.

That stuff is pretty hefty!

Yea nothing will move with that stuff

[Fugly16]

Hi,

Did a quick search and do not see anything so asking... I had 2 POPs break - 1 a foot broke off (top heavy guy fell over) and then a stand on a "flying one" (Tink) - is there a good glue/adhesive and way to do for best looks to repair these?

I know it won't look new but I'd like them to look good. Also keeping in mind I am SO NOT a creative type so was thinking a glue gun? But does Gorilla glue work on POPs?

I used Gorilla Glue on one of my Daenerys legs and it has worked. Now the caveat is I put her back in the box and insert . Dunno how well it would hold up out of box again.

[RobertFB6SI]

I have received pops with broken heads separated body of the pop, I used Gorilla glue too and it works. Even remember using Gorilla glue for my die cast wonder women, the sword fell off when I opened mine, and I was able use Gorilla glue too.

[GenericCloneTrooper]

Hmm, whenever I used glue in the past it left a bit of a residue. Looks like i'm just not doing it right

[hpellot]

I have received pops with broken heads separated body of the pop, I used Gorilla glue too and it works. Even remember using Gorilla glue for my die cast wonder women, the sword fell off when I opened mine, and I was able use Gorilla glue too.

I am lucky I have never had to fix a pop

[FlinksPoppinPics]

I've used that clear elmer's glue which usually seems to do the trick

[singerjared21]

Yeah I had a yoda that his head came off he needs a good glue job.

[funkomarv96]

Pop box repair is where my expertise is at

[Funkolotz1622]

Pop box repair is where my expertise is at

You should give us some tips

[RobertFB6SI]

Hmm, whenever I used glue in the past it left a bit of a residue. Looks like i'm just not doing it right

No you're right, I am sure there is residue and luckily, the ones I have repaired are not too noticeable or it doesn't bother me too much.

[RobertFB6SI]

I have received pops with broken heads separated body of the pop, I used Gorilla glue too and it works. Even remember using Gorilla glue for my die cast wonder women, the sword fell off when I opened mine, and I was able use Gorilla glue too.

I am lucky I have never had to fix a pop

Fingers crossed that you would not have to!!!

[nightbodega]

Great little thread. I have a mini that needs its arm attached again. Was thinking of using some type of JB weld, but these ideas on the thread make me try something else.

[funkomarv96]

Pop box repair is where my expertise is at

You should give us some tips

I should’ve said pop box window repair is my expertise . Usually when I have a pop with a damaged window I just do a swap

[beckysaurus]

A lot of glues, including Gorilla glue and Loctite will expand when they dry. Do not use anything that expands when it dries. There is one that I started buying called "Zap it" and it's perfect. It dries quickly (with UV too), like within seconds, bonds super tight and does not expand, so it won't affect the vinyl. I've used it to repair several pieces. Good luck.

[zonkttc]

A lot of glues, including Gorilla glue and Loctite will expand when they dry. Do not use anything that expands when it dries. There is one that I started buying called "Zap it" and it's perfect. It dries quickly (with UV too), like within seconds, bonds super tight and does not expand, so it won't affect the vinyl. I've used it to repair several pieces. Good luck.

Great advice thanks

[hpellot]

A lot of glues, including Gorilla glue and Loctite will expand when they dry. Do not use anything that expands when it dries. There is one that I started buying called "Zap it" and it's perfect. It dries quickly (with UV too), like within seconds, bonds super tight and does not expand, so it won't affect the vinyl. I've used it to repair several pieces. Good luck.

Thanks becky great advice

[zonkttc]

Pop box repair is where my expertise is at

Please share. I Def need some

[post31]

A lot of glues, including Gorilla glue and Loctite will expand when they dry. Do not use anything that expands when it dries. There is one that I started buying called "Zap it" and it's perfect. It dries quickly (with UV too), like within seconds, bonds super tight and does not expand, so it won't affect the vinyl. I've used it to repair several pieces. Good luck.

I’ve never tried Zap it. I’ll give it a try. It sounds like it would be perfect for repairing mystery minis.

[Chingy]

I've used Gorilla Glue before on a few heads that have popped off, and they look right as rain afterwards

[Hopesdenial]

A lot of glues, including Gorilla glue and Loctite will expand when they dry. Do not use anything that expands when it dries. There is one that I started buying called "Zap it" and it's perfect. It dries quickly (with UV too), like within seconds, bonds super tight and does not expand, so it won't affect the vinyl. I've used it to repair several pieces. Good luck.

Good to know! Thank you for the recommendation in case I have issues later.

[zonkttc]

I also recommend glue if u have a chip. It fills and u can paint over. Just prime

[zonkttc]

I've used that clear elmer's glue which usually seems to do the trick

As long as its the all purpose one. I find the specialties one don't work.

[tokiyeo]

Gorilla glue usually works for me!

[a99kitten]

A lot of glues, including Gorilla glue and Loctite will expand when they dry. Do not use anything that expands when it dries. There is one that I started buying called "Zap it" and it's perfect. It dries quickly (with UV too), like within seconds, bonds super tight and does not expand, so it won't affect the vinyl. I've used it to repair several pieces. Good luck.

Thanks! Just ordered some so I'll report back once I try it!

[rexflexall]

I have received pops with broken heads separated body of the pop, I used Gorilla glue too and it works. Even remember using Gorilla glue for my die cast wonder women, the sword fell off when I opened mine, and I was able use Gorilla glue too.

I used Gorilla glue for one or 2 of mine as well.

[kidleaderkty]

The gorilla glue seems to be a good one for most people that need to repair.