hawkeye10 Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I am building this Christmas Santa and his sleigh and it has a bunch of little parts. I have got some Weld Bond glue but I was thinking about using CA glue. Opinions needed please. amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcon Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 Personally I would use Titebond. If it will be outdoors you might use Titebond 3 outdoor glue. Jim Finn and LarryEA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye10 Posted September 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 Personally I would use Titebond. If it will be outdoors you might use Titebond 3 outdoor glue. I am sorry I didn't explain more in detail. It's about 14" long and 5" high and goes inside. I do have Tite Bond II and III. I just love glue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryEA Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 Titebond and superglues (Gorilla and Loctite) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotshot Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I love and hate superglue. I love the speed/conveniance, but wish it would stand up to stresses better. It's peel strength, for example, sucks. If you keep this out of reach of the Kiddos, superglue might be ok. I would use the impact resistant version sold by Gorilla which is also thicker and better for imperfect surfaces. If you don't want to risk it, stick with the Weldbond or the Titebond -----------Randy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsN Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I would use a CA glue for a project like this. I have been buying this CA glue in the thick for gluing stuff lately, I really like it. http://www.rockler.com/quick-set-glue-4-5-oz I had a group of students make a bunch of toys similar to the one you showed. I knew that super glue and teenagers sounded like a mess so we used titebond and a couple of brad nails. The brad nails act as clamps to make sure that the pieces don't move while the glue dries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I was using CA for projects then switched to Titebond II . Seems to be a stronger bond . Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Scroller Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 (edited) Depends on how quick you want it to set I use a dab of superglue and bog standard wood glue the super glue hows it until it goes off. Roly Edited September 11, 2016 by Phantom Scroller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Shipman Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I use Aileen's for just about everything. I have a fear of ca/superglue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonylumps Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I have been using C/A since the year it came on the market.I did a lot of Crown Moulding over the years. It was like hiring a helper.C/A loves raw would.That is where it shines.Anything else is a crap shoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I use Aileen's for just about everything. I have a fear of ca/superglue.I too use Aileens tacky glue for all my scroll saw crafts. It grabs and sets up fast, dries clear and usually does not need clamping. I still use Titebond for general woodworking like glueing up wider boards, but for crafts such as you are doing, I would use Aileens tacky glue. You can find it at craft stores like Hobby Lobby and Miacheal's. danny and hawkeye10 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I love tight bond glue. It is stronger than the wood. I made a mistake and glued a project wrong, and found out that the only ting to remove the glue is VINEGAR If you are lucky IKE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blaughn Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I used to build RC models and used CA glue heavily. I started getting physical reactions to it. These started as nasal irritation like the worst nose cold you have ever had. I then attempted to use the glue while wearing a high-end 3M respirator mask. It didn't help at all. The reaction advanced to breaking out with an extremely itchy rash that progressed to open sores on my chest and abdomen. I now avoid CA. After researching, my allergies are neither unique nor uncommon. Just be aware that the CA fumes are not good for you and you may develop serious reactions. Now, if I absolutely must use CA, I apply it while outside on a windy day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerJay Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 For about a year now I've been using both CA glue and Elmer's glue on projects on joints that either can't be clamped or I simply don't have the time to clamp. Small dabs of CA glue with Elmer's in between seems to work well - have not had any issues to date - and have a much greater level of confidence that the final project is stronger and more stable than if CA glue was used alone. Jay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I learned about Aileens from you good folks here in the Village and I now just keep a bottle of that and Tite bond II around for all my gluing needs ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clayton717 Posted September 11, 2016 Report Share Posted September 11, 2016 I use CA glue mostly as a finish for my pens and bottle stoppers. I do use it for smaller woodworking pieces but when I do, I use it along with the tight bond 3. The CA glue dries fast and hold the piece in place while the wood glue dries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
125 CSL Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 I used CA in a repair. The stuff soaked into the wood. Making a very obvious spot. I tried to sand out the spot, Ended up having to toss it out and re-cut the piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 I would use a CA glue for a project like this. I have been buying this CA glue in the thick for gluing stuff lately, I really like it. http://www.rockler.com/quick-set-glue-4-5-oz I had a group of students make a bunch of toys similar to the one you showed. I knew that super glue and teenagers sounded like a mess so we used titebond and a couple of brad nails. The brad nails act as clamps to make sure that the pieces don't move while the glue dries. A pin nailer is almost invisable an in sizes from 1/2" on up They are head less Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 I am building this Christmas Santa and his sleigh and it has a bunch of little parts. I have got some Weld Bond glue but I was thinking about using CA glue. Opinions needed please. I like glues too and use CA glues just for quick fixes while scrolling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 If it was mine to glue up, I'd use a few 21g pin nails and weld bond. The pin nails have no head, and they usually can't be seen. Len Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye10 Posted September 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 If it was mine to glue up, I'd use a few 21g pin nails and weld bond. The pin nails have no head, and they usually can't be seen. Len I have a 23 gauge pin nailer and I think I might do that. Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 On something like this I would use a combination. A couple of dabs of ca with accelerator surrounded by titebond , the Ca acts like a clamp as the other cures for strength. Like Randy said CA is not your strongest choice. I also like the Titebond trim and molding glue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Finn Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 I use elmers white glue for most everything I make. It sets quickly but is not instant. It dries clear and is the cheapest glue I have found. I use two gallons of it a year. When I need "instant" I use my pin nailer to hold the piece in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye10 Posted September 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 I use elmers white glue for most everything I make. It sets quickly but is not instant. It dries clear and is the cheapest glue I have found. I use two gallons of it a year. When I need "instant" I use my pin nailer to hold the piece in place. Jim are you drinking that white glue?? LarryEA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye10 Posted September 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 (edited) On something like this I would use a combination. A couple of dabs of ca with accelerator surrounded by titebond , the Ca acts like a clamp as the other cures for strength. Like Randy said CA is not your strongest choice. I also like the Titebond trim and molding glue. Titebond trim and molding glue??? I haven't heard of this glue. I have so much to learn and so little time to learn it. Edited September 12, 2016 by hawkeye10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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