Ferrule Replacement with G5

[ekb6760]

I've been using Loctite 2 part, 5 minute epoxy for ferrule replacement with good results so far. I only purchase small amounts (4 oz. bottles) at a time. Since it's time to purchase more epoxy, I was wondering if West System G5 would be a good choice for ferrules as well? I've never used any West System products, and was thinking about giving it a try. I would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks a bunch...

(I've tried the search function but "G5" is too short for it.)

 

[aphelps1]

I use G5 to adhere ferrules and have never had one loosen, but you have to take care or G5 will leave a dark ring behind the ferrule. PM me.

Alan

 

[TomHay]

Here you go Bud,

http://www.westsystem.com/ss/g5/

 

[whammo57]

I use G5 for ferrules. When you mix up the G5, put a dash of white powder tempera paint in the mix and you won't see the glue line. Get it at a hobby shop.

Another way is don't put any glue behind the ferrule or slide the ferrule on the tenon and use a folded paper towel to wipe out the glue behind the ferrule just before you seat it in place.

Never had one come loose.

Kim

 

[ekb6760]

Thanks for all the replys

.....When you mix up the G5, put a dash of white powder tempera paint in the mix and you won't see the glue line.

Thanks for the info. White powder tempera paint & G5 now on it's way. Got an old Lucasi badly in need of a ferrule, so I'll be trying it out right away.

 

[Palmetto cue]

West G-5 is the only epoxy I've used for 10 years on ferrules. Great stuff! Hope it works as well for you as it has for me.

 

[conetip]

I wrap thread tape on the shaft with it just over hanging the ferrule edge.
When I cut off the ferrule, face from the inside out.
The excess glue goes on the thread tape.
Trim it all off and done.
I clean the shaft before ferrule replacement.
Depending on the wood of the shaft, sometimes the glue does soak into the end grain and makes a ring appear behind the ferrule.
I have seen coloured epoxy soak in and leave streaks of the colour as far as 5mm back behind the ferrule. As I say, it all depends on the wood.
I know a guy that uses some shaft sealer on the shaft face before gluing on ferrules.
Neil