How to straighten part?

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How to straighten part?

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I have a ML Grin Reaper and the main shaft that extends from his wrist to the scythe end is bend somewhat. I've tried bending it the opposite way and holding it but it only stays straight for a few moments. Does anyone know a proven, safe technique for straightening this part permanently? I though of driving a needle down through it, but that seems very difficult.

Posted by Dormammu-1976

on Tuesday, March 29, 2022

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Dormammu-1976 -

Thursday, June 23, 2022

Thanks! I'll give that a shot. Should that technique permanently "reset" the plastic shape, or is it something that needs to be done from time to time?

TomatoisJP -

Monday, May 2, 2022

So probably the best way to do this is to heat the plastic to make it more pliable, either with a heat gun or boil method, then quickly cool it using ice water or somesuch. Its not perfect, but it does help to cause the plastic to retain the correct shape.

Dormammu-1976 -

Monday, May 2, 2022

So after the soak in the hot water, just plunge it into ice water? How long should I keep it in the ice bath? Should be easy enough, although it might be tricky holding it straight and steady.

TomatoisJP -

Monday, May 2, 2022

There's no hard and fast rule on it. The idea is you're trying to rapidly cool the soft plastic in the correct shape so it "sets" for lack of a better term, but that should happen pretty quickly submerged in water.

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