Garrett-Wade '202GF High Strength Glue'

[peter havriluk]

I've got the Garrett-Wade slow-set glue on my GW wish list, recommended on another thread on this forum. I noticed that GW offers a 'high strength glue' as well. In the interests of holding down postage costs, is this adhesive desirable for instrument assemby when I don't need the working time of the slow-setting glue? If it is, I'll order it the same time as I order the slow-set glue. If not, a new bottle of Titebond will join the workbench.

Thanks, folks.

[ken cierp]

Regular "original" Tite bond has passed the test of time on millions of guitars no need to experiment. $.02

[Go4aRyd]

Sooo, just as an update.

I ordered and tried some of the slo-set glue on my binding installation a little bit ago, knowing that I would be slower than I should be the first several times. The glue does set slower than Titebond but not by that much in my opinion. I believe it sets a little slower because it comes nearly runny and it was a chore to keep it from running and making a sticky mess (lot more sanding than I normally do). Also, it seems to dry a little bit gummy until it fully cures. I got a little over anxious and starting scraping after 12 hours of dry time with the result being a few large fibers were pulled off my spruce top instead of just the dried glue scraping off. I may decided to finish off what glue I have left, but I won't be ordering any more. I'll just use Titebond. I typically use LMI glue for almost everything, but it goes tacky so fast I don't want to use it for bindings... at least not with my current level of performance. (standard internet disclaimer - your individual results may vary). :)

[ken cierp]

Yeah others have had the same complaint -- thinner then normal. Supposedly there is an additive to thicken it a bit? I am going to get a small container of the new slow cure "Regular Formula Titebond" For fine detail work and wood binding especially, I really believe slow cure is key and goes hand in hand with precise tight fitting trim.