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noob glue question
Posted by: Stephen Gerber (---.ny325.east.verizon.net)
Date: January 25, 2006 12:39AM

i got a kit for my first rod and it came with rod glue and rod finish what is the difference and what is each one used for

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Re: noob glue question
Posted by: Randy Parpart (Putter) (---.propel.com)
Date: January 25, 2006 01:27AM

Rod building 2 part glues/adhesives and finish are all epoxies and are normally both formulated to remain flexible for a good period of time.

The main difference is that the adhesive is made to join two things together (grip and rod blank for example) with proper surface prep (see online "LIBRARY" link above for Ralph O'Quinn's article on proper surface preparation).

The finish is for putting over top of thread wraps and decal areas, generally. The finish isn't really an adhesive, though it does have some adhesive qualities.

Putter
Williston, ND

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Re: noob glue question
Posted by: bill boettcher (---.250.36.144.Dial1.Weehawken1.Level3.net)
Date: January 25, 2006 10:46AM

Just don't use the finish to put your seat or handle on.

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Re: noob glue question
Posted by: Steve Cox (---.client.mchsi.com)
Date: January 25, 2006 01:17PM

Stay away from 5 min. epoxy. It simply does not have enough " margin of error factor " about it. Especially when you are a new rod builder and very prone to getting nervous or over looking something that later in your building years will just become second nature to you. Go slow , learn and savor the whole building experience. " Take some time along the way to smell the epoxy! " Enjoy !!!

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Re: noob glue question
Posted by: Stan Grace (---.hln-mt.client.bresnan.net)
Date: January 25, 2006 07:49PM

If and when you become fully afflicted with the effects of the "rod building disease" obtain some Rod Bond for your adhesive needs and never look back!

Stan Grace
Helena, MT
"Our best is none too good"

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