Thread: Zero thickness shim glue???

Originally Posted by Matt NQ

Found a Q&A on Amazon for Z-poxy 15 min epoxy:

is the resin part thick almost like jello consistancy or thin like water

Answer:
Both parts are an equally "gel-like" consistency. Not runny at all. Hope that helps.
By Adam W on December 1, 2015

This is my Z-poxy
https://youtu.be/aMWAPHVV5j8

I bought it to build model gliders. It is labelled as a finishing resin expoxy but it is also an adhesive according to the literature. I have used it as such for years.

Thanks Jim & Lappa.

Got a reply back from Selleys, who also recommended Araldite:

"It really would not matter which Araldite product was used as they are all similar viscosity. Our 5 Minute Araldite would be fine. You should however be able to clamp the shim flat leaving minimal glue thickness but retaining adhesion."

So with everyone saying epoxy, and Araldite being available at Bunnings, I think I'll give that a go, pre-sanding as suggested. Will post on results.

Finished it! Sanded off the coating and left it rough after 80 grit to take the glue. Applied the 5 minute Araldite thinly with some stiff cardboard. Clamped it firmly to squeeze out excess. After drying sanded off excess rather than acetone so as not to diminish grip. Result is perfect - lathe steady now sits completely flat on the lathe bed. Thanks to all who gave suggestions!

Shim on lathe steady base.jpg

The best way to use any CA glue is at about one spot per square inch. Don't use it like modelling glue there will be too much and it will take forever to go off.