Question on using Gorilla 2part clear Epoxy for bush setting.

[skyfire1]

Hello everyone.

I am a bit confused from what I have read. Is Gorilla two part clear 5 min. set Epoxy safe to use or good to use to glue a brush knot? I have read that it may expand as it drys. Is this true, anyone tried this brand of epoxy? I am getting ready to set a brush on a PAA Switchback 400 Aluminus. Have two Ferrules to glue knots into. I picked up the Gorilla epoxy since that’s all there was and homedepot. Now I am nervous.

 

[stone and strop]

If it is actually Epoxy it will not expand when curing.
Gorilla Polyurethane does expand. Do NOT use that.

 

[skyfire1]

Here is a picture of the glue. https://www.gorillatough.com/wp-content/uploads/gg-epoxy-in-use-H.jpg

 

[stone and strop]

You should be fine.

 

[skyfire1]

should I get the Loctite Marine Epoxy and use it instead of the Gorilla Epoxy? Since it seems that is what most people are using these days?

 

[stone and strop]

You already have epoxy, it really doesn't matter.

 

[Bebe]

any expoxy will do but the longer the time setting the better.
I like clear ones, Loctite Marine is white, gotta be very careful not to overrun.

 

[skyfire1]

Ok, I think I feel better now. Thank you all for your feedback. The brush and knots should be here in a couple of days, then I have to get to work on it. Can't wait.

 

[Borderboss]

I'm not a fan of any of these two-tubes-in-one-container epoxies. I've found it hard to make sure you apply an equal amount from each tube. I prefer two containers, one with the epoxy and one with the hardener. It's just easier to make sure you apply an equal amount of each.

 

[JimL911]

I've used it. No problem.

 

[skyfire1]

Well I'm going to give it a try tonight.

 

[ajkel64]

Don't forget to show us the after picture so we know how you got on.

 

[gwsmallwood]

That's exactly what I used to set my last two knots. It works great. Just remember, it doesn't take much to create a good bond.

 

[August West]

I used that very same product with great results. I let it set for three days.

 

[Rhody]

Thanks for this thread and opinions all im getting ready to do this soon and have been delaying due to this question.

 

[skyfire1]

I glued the knots last night and I will take your advise and let it set for three days. So far it looks good, not tacky and rather shiny. I will take a picture on Tuesday evening and post it for you guys. Again thanks for your advice.

 

[skyfire1]

Well I couldn’t wait. From what I can tell it looks like it cured well. I assembled it for the picture but will wait until tomorrow to try it out.

 

[Clay S]

Looks nice!

 

[CigarSmoka]

That looks great!

 

[ajkel64]

Good job, well done.