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> Best adhesive for roll bar vinyl trim, What have you used--what works
reharvey
post Nov 28 2011, 01:18 PM
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Going to glue the vinyl trim to the top of the roll bar only. Not planning to use the trim on the sail panels. I did one of these years ago using 3M heavy duty spray adhesive and it didn't work so well. What have you used? Ray


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post Nov 28 2011, 02:07 PM
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Hands down this is the best stuff I've ever used.

http://www.rochfordsupply.com/product_list...6_A_CatID_E_406
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post Nov 28 2011, 02:28 PM
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I went with Worth brand but it didnt hold well after 6 months so I went with 3M high temp. Works great and even my headliner stays put in the desert heat
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post Nov 28 2011, 03:05 PM
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QUOTE(Phoenix-MN @ Nov 28 2011, 01:07 PM) *

Hands down this is the beast stuff I've ever used.

http://www.rochfordsupply.com/product_list...6_A_CatID_E_406


I've used the non-vinyl trim specific Weldwood contact cement, and it always worked very well for me, so I'm not surprised you recommend the Weldwood in your link.

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post Nov 28 2011, 05:01 PM
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QUOTE(Phoenix-MN @ Nov 28 2011, 03:07 PM) *

Hands down this is the beast stuff I've ever used.

http://www.rochfordsupply.com/product_list...6_A_CatID_E_406



What can I use to spray this Weldwood adhesive on? Will my paint spray gun work? Thanks, Ray
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post Nov 28 2011, 05:24 PM
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3M super trim and vinyl adhesive spray. The important thing is the application technique. Position it, secure it with tape, pull down the top half, spray both halves let dry per instructions, apply vinyl, repeat process for the lower half. If you try and put the whole thing on at once, you'll never get it lined up right.
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post Nov 28 2011, 05:34 PM
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I used 3M Super 77 adhesive. Mask off all the areas that you dont want any glue to get on, spray the glue on both the vinyl and the rollbar in opposite directions, then position the vinyl (helps to have 2 sets of hands). This applies to both top and side pieces of rollbar vinyl (I just now read that you are only doing the top).

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post Nov 28 2011, 07:14 PM
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QUOTE(reharvey @ Nov 28 2011, 03:01 PM) *

QUOTE(Phoenix-MN @ Nov 28 2011, 03:07 PM) *

Hands down this is the beast stuff I've ever used.

http://www.rochfordsupply.com/product_list...6_A_CatID_E_406



What can I use to spray this Weldwood adhesive on? Will my paint spray gun work? Thanks, Ray


I used a 2" brush. I brushed a smooth even coat on both surfaces let tack and then put it together. I've tried many of the sprays over the years but they don't have nearly the solids in them to work well. They always end up pealing off.
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post Nov 28 2011, 07:23 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) on the 3M. As Perry said you MUST let the pieces tack up properly before applying. If you try to adhere them wet it WILL NOT last. The peices should feel dry to the touch before attatching
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post Nov 28 2011, 07:54 PM
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QUOTE(Jon Fernandes @ Nov 28 2011, 03:34 PM) *

I used 3M Super 77 adhesive. Mask off all the areas that you dont want any glue to get on, spray the glue on both the vinyl and the rollbar in opposite directions, then position the vinyl (helps to have 2 sets of hands). This applies to both top and side pieces of rollbar vinyl (I just now read that you are only doing the top).

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That looks great Jon, where did you get the vinyl?
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post Nov 28 2011, 11:10 PM
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QUOTE(reharvey @ Nov 28 2011, 02:18 PM) *

Going to glue the vinyl trim to the top of the roll bar only. Not planning to use the trim on the sail panels. I did one of these years ago using 3M heavy duty spray adhesive and it didn't work so well. What have you used? Ray



Thanks to everyone for the info. It's been very helpful. Ray
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post Nov 29 2011, 07:34 AM
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QUOTE(RiqueMar @ Nov 28 2011, 08:54 PM) *

QUOTE(Jon Fernandes @ Nov 28 2011, 03:34 PM) *

I used 3M Super 77 adhesive. Mask off all the areas that you dont want any glue to get on, spray the glue on both the vinyl and the rollbar in opposite directions, then position the vinyl (helps to have 2 sets of hands). This applies to both top and side pieces of rollbar vinyl (I just now read that you are only doing the top).

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That looks great Jon, where did you get the vinyl?


Hmm, good question...im pretty sure I got it from Camp914. Matches the original stuff perfectly.
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post Nov 29 2011, 07:50 AM
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Use the can as a roller but it will squeegy out excess goo. I used the super hold 3M with great results...
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post Nov 29 2011, 07:57 AM
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I've been building cabinets and plastic laminate countertops for 40 years. I use a spray can contact cement that I get from my Formica or Wilson Art wholesaler for on site touchup or a spot repair/reglue. In a pinch, I will use the 3m adhesive. Its almost as good as my sprayable contact cement.

Always spray both surfaces, and let dry till it does not transfer to your finger when you touch it. If it sticks to your finger, its not ready and it won't hold. A double coat around the edges (very light second coat) is a good idea too.

If you brush it, you must do it evenly without any globs or lumps.
The vinyl will show every imperfection underneath it. The cardinal rule here is " cleanliness is next to godliness". One speck of debris will ruin the job.

Btw, there is a difference between the sprayable contact cement and the old Weldwood "gorilla snot" in the can. You do not want to put that brushable contact in your spray gun, unless you just want to buy a new gun anyway.

One more thing. Don't use the waterborne adhesive. It won't stick!
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post Nov 29 2011, 08:30 AM
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post Nov 29 2011, 10:04 AM
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QUOTE(vsg914 @ Nov 29 2011, 05:57 AM) *

Btw, there is a difference between the sprayable contact cement and the old Weldwood "gorilla snot" in the can. You do not want to put that brushable contact in your spray gun, unless you just want to buy a new gun anyway.



This is the Spray grade stuff, use lots of solvent and a cheap gun

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post Nov 29 2011, 10:37 AM
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I used 3M super 77 on some portions of my dash vinyl that were separating. Two months later, it was separating again. Having a can of Weldwood "Gorilla Snot" on the shelf, I brushed it on (both surfaces, etc), and it's stuck; in fact I tried peeling a corner and it's REALLY stuck. Not very scientific of a test, but nevertheless it demonstrated to me how much better that old school stuff works.

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QUOTE(andys @ Nov 29 2011, 11:37 AM) *

I used 3M super 77 on some portions of my dash vinyl that were separating. Two months later, it was separating again. Having a can of Weldwood "Gorilla Snot" on the shelf, I brushed it on (both surfaces, etc), and it's stuck; in fact I tried peeling a corner and it's REALLY stuck. Not very scientific of a test, but nevertheless it demonstrated to me how much better that old school stuff works.

Andys


Looks like the Weldwood products are the way to go. I recieved lots of useful info on this post and it's much appreciated. Thanks to everyone! Ray
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post Nov 29 2011, 11:16 AM
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Weldwood is the original, still the strongest, and will destroy more brain cells than any other.
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post Nov 29 2011, 12:41 PM
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Weldwood is the original, still the strongest, and will destroy more brain cells than any other.



Ha Ha! Yes I've had a few adhesive " highs ". (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif)
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