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Old 10-07-2019, 06:52 AM
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Controversial subject, but this is what I use with excellent results. I almost never use any type of CA when building if I can help it. Some builds however require the use of CA because of the type of construction involved. I don't like the fumes and health risks that one is exposed using CA. Other than hardening wood threads, I try to avoid the use of CA.
So what glue do I use? In my builds I use Titebond II for most basic construction along with a good quality 30 minute epoxy. I've been using Bob Smith's epoxy products and have been very happy with the results. Keep in mind when one should use epoxy. When assembling firewalls or anything associated with landing gear, laminating plywood to plywood or mounting the tail feathers onto your plane you should be using epoxy.

Using Titebond glue over CA does slow down the build process, but that's OK with me as I'm not in a rush. Sanding Titbond is also easier than sanding something that has been wicked with CA.

Just my 2 cents, good luck with your projects...