1. The molds pour fully formed figures very easily. Use
graphite powder to blacken the molds. Dust the mold cavities with the graphite powder and
rub it in converting it to a grease coating. Tap off any excess and pour both molds.
Remove the cast figures and trim off any flashing and the pouring gates.
2. To facilitate matching the eagles legs to
the feet on the stump do the following:
Line up the tree stump with the eagle body.
Using a long-nose pliers slightly bend the trunk tops (the projecting pins above the
eagles feet) to match the holes in the eagles legs. First bend one pin and then the other
pin to match up with the leg holes. It requires only a minor adjustment to match the pins
to the leg holes. This is best done while the casting is hot and can be moved with pliers.
Use gloves when handling a hot casting.
3. Using a file, file a flat surface on the
top each of the projecting pins. Then with the use of a pin vise and the drill bit
provided, drill about a 1/8" deep hole down through the center of the flats and into
the hole under each leg. Place a tiny section of wire included (which are straight pieces
snipped off of a large paper clip) into each foot.. Insert the stump pins into the legs to
see if you have the proper fit. If not adjust by drilling more. If you have the correct
fit where the legs & feet match and the pins are not visible remove the paper clip
pieces. Place a drop of Insta-cure super glue into each hole of the feet. Replace the
paper clip strips and allow them to set for a minute. Then place a drop of the glue into
each leg hole. Now insert the eagles legs into the tree stump pin projections. Hold for
several moments while they set.
4. Green Stuff or FastSteel may be used to
seal off any exposure between the legs and feet. To do this cut off a small amount and
roll it out like a sausage in your hand and wind it around while pressing it into the
seam. Later file or sand off any excess after it has hardened.
5. To attach each wing to the body we suggest
using the FastSteel adhesive. Cut off a small section from the roll and knead it with your
fingers until the colors blend uniformly. Roll a sausage like strip and position it
between the wing and body. Press the wing against the body and hold it in the proper
position for a minute or two until the Fast Steel hardens. Repeat this procedure with the
other wing. File or sand off any excess adhesive.
6. Fill any gaps or sink holes with
Kneaditite or FastSteel.
7. You are now ready to prime the casting.
Allow enough drying time before painting. Coat with a protective seal after the paint has
thoroughly dried. Allow the finished decorated figure to cure (harden) before handling.
Maximum hardness is achieved after a few days.
