We're together, John. Sometimes it's not feasible to completely rebuild an area. Your point about typical ARF construction is exactly one reason I don't assemble ( I won't say "build") and fly ARFs. Bottom line is, don't rely on just glue to hold a joint. Oh, it will, for a while... If you have to repair instead of replace; use scarf joints, gussets, and reinforcing, not just glue.

Dr.1