Best Glue to Reattach Emblem on a 2081A?

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festus

March 26, 2025, 12:11:10 AM
I tried the hot glue in a rod tip repair kit to reattach the emblem and it didn't work. Any suggestions?

foakes

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March 26, 2025, 12:16:30 AM
I use Gorilla Glue along with a plastic clamp for about 10 minutes.  Best, Fred

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festus

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March 26, 2025, 12:26:38 AM
Thanks Fred. I found some Gorilla Glue in the laundry room that had hardened and wouldn't come out of the bottle. Will buy some more this week. I have an older Ugly Stik 8' Catfish rod to pair with this reel and I'm giving the combo to a friend.

foakes

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March 26, 2025, 12:36:58 AM
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Midway Tommy

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March 26, 2025, 06:20:21 AM Last Edit: March 26, 2025, 03:52:15 PM by Midway Tommy
Since I always have two part epoxy around I opt for that over super glues (and I think Gorilla makes the best super glue). Epoxy seems to tolerate abuse much better, at least for me it does anyway.
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Donnyboat

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March 26, 2025, 08:09:03 AM
I za been using rapid stick 8406 Cyanoacrylate, they use it for O rings in high pressure pumps, I generaly place a bit of pressure on it for a couple of hours, I must admit, I dont place any movement against it till next day if possible, cheers Don.
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jgp12000

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March 26, 2025, 12:03:53 PM Last Edit: March 26, 2025, 03:19:59 PM by jgp12000
I discovered shoe goo years ago,never used it on shoes yet. It's waterproof,clear,& I used it to glue pvc conduit in my jon boat 20 years ago to route the wiring it's still intact.Good stuff !

oc1

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March 26, 2025, 08:38:12 PM Last Edit: March 26, 2025, 08:39:51 PM by oc1
Cyanoacrylate super glue has the shortest life expectancy.  However, it has the advantage of absorbing into baking powder (or another powder) and creating a hard concrete-like structure that can be sanded.  For that application you want a super glue with the lowest viscosity rather one that already has a thickener.

Wilmar

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March 26, 2025, 09:48:35 PM
Just for my own knowledge - what is the life expectancy of super glue/cyanoacrylate ?  Are the other options a lot better or just a little bit better.  I've always just used store brand super glue...

foakes

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March 26, 2025, 11:20:25 PM Last Edit: March 28, 2025, 01:04:22 AM by foakes
I also use automotive emblem adhesive by 3M.

Water, heat, and fuel resistant.  Not too many vehicle emblems fall off.

Any auto parts store.

Best, Fred

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Gfish

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March 27, 2025, 12:46:23 AM Last Edit: March 27, 2025, 12:51:54 AM by Gfish
Whatever adhesive or tape I use, I clean the surfaces with ISO-alcohol and it seems to help.

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March 27, 2025, 05:40:12 AM
Quote from: Wilmar on March 26, 2025, 09:48:35 PMJust for my own knowledge - what is the life expectancy of super glue/cyanoacrylate ?  Are the other options a lot better or just a little bit better.  I've always just used store brand super glue...

Cyanoacrylate does not have very good resistance to polar solvents, including plain old water.  Resistance to non-polar solvents like oil is OK.  Resistance to UV degradation is OK, but not great..

Midway Tommy

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March 27, 2025, 05:53:29 AM
Quote from: oc1 on March 27, 2025, 05:40:12 AMCyanoacrylate does not have very good resistance to polar solvents, including plain old water.  Resistance to non-polar solvents like oil is OK.  Resistance to UV degradation is OK, but not great..

That's exactly why I opt for two part epoxy.  ;)
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March 28, 2025, 01:02:49 AM
Another vote for 3 M contact cement.  Water proof and you can remove the decals when you want to repaint with a knife .
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March 28, 2025, 02:53:51 PM
Quote from: Midway Tommy on March 27, 2025, 05:53:29 AM
Quote from: oc1 on March 27, 2025, 05:40:12 AMCyanoacrylate does not have very good resistance to polar solvents, including plain old water.  Resistance to non-polar solvents like oil is OK.  Resistance to UV degradation is OK, but not great..

That's exactly why I opt for two part epoxy.  ;)
I'm with Tommy on this one.
I use Epoxy on everything that needs glued back together.
Its a once and done.
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