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Gluing body panels, Is this ridiculously stupid idea? |
mikea100 |
Apr 21 2011, 01:43 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 180 Joined: 28-December 09 From: Edison, NJ Member No.: 11,182 Region Association: North East States |
I recently caught “Speedmakers” on Speed channel. It showed Aston Martin factory and how they glue body panels, they went on to say that it creates stronger bond than welding. Has anybody tried gluing any panels. I was thinking about using some high strength epoxy and gluing Engman inner long kit, it seems as a good candidate as the pieces are flat and fit flush. What do you guys think?
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jmill |
Apr 21 2011, 04:02 PM
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Green Hornet Group: Members Posts: 2,449 Joined: 9-May 08 From: Racine, Wisconsin Member No.: 9,038 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
As far as glue joints go, it doesn't get any better than the Engman inner long kit. It's a lap joint with a huge amount of surface area. My main concern would be rust weakening the glue joint. If you paint it your joint will only be as strong as the paint to metal bond.
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