Slow Setting Glue

[omgiv]

I asked FxrAndy what type of glue he used on his overlays and he recommended a slow setting glue. I was wondering if GS Hypo Cement is considered slow setting. Most sites say that it sets in 10 minutes. If not that, what do most use? Thanks!!!!

[FxrAndy]

That is what i used, it gives a couple ok mins to check alignment, and i only use a couple of drops so i can remove it if i have to.

[omgiv]

Thanks Andy!!! I am glad since I have some on hand :thumbsupsmileyanim:

[FxrAndy]

4 of 5 tiny drops, i use a blue oiler to place the glue rather than the tube, i squeeze some out on to paper and then pick it up and place with the oiler, also i do it with the date wheel fitted to the movement so i can use the stem as a reference for alignment.

[omgiv]

Thanks for the tips!!! How is the alignment on the new overlays? Do you have any pictures yet??? I can't wait!!!!

[FxrAndy]

Not yet, i am waiting for a call about my camera to see if they will exchange it as it was supposed to be waterproof and it wasn't. but the alignment looks good to me.

[stilty]

If I'm not mistaken, there is a risk of spider webs with GS if you are not careful. I don't use the stuff.

spiderwebs = fine strands or whisps of glue that can get into the movement or on parts. This happens when lifting or applying glue, fine strands can follow and get into stuff. not fun or easy to clean up.

Best bet is to use a 2 part slow set epoxy... or even clear silicon works quite well! Just be sure to use equally sized dots with equal spacing. just to prevent shrinkage of the glue that may pull the overly to one side or the other.

[Mickey Padge]

Sorry for the semi thread hijack, but what glue would be best to glue the tiny hand tubes back to a hand?

Cheers!

[FxrAndy]

Yep strings of glue can be a problem, i always clear with my finger under the oiler with glue on it to make sure i clear and strings.

Micky last time i had to do that i used super glue, (locktight 496)

[hiker01]

Best all around Glue for me that works for almost everything and very slow setting 6-24hrs...is Gorilla Glue!

[omgiv]

I have used Gorilla Glue before for other projects with good results but you have to be careful because it expands so much. It is also prone to spidering as Stilty mentioned.

[KB]

As long as you know the base thinner (and have access to it) you can make any commercial glue slow setting.

Ken