Epoxy

[tugglesf239]

Boring question Alert

does anyone have any preference over what epoxy to use when putting new shafts in irons.

also how many fluid ounces would I need for 7 irons

thank you.

 

[Jacko_G]

I always use Araldite when re-shafting clubs.

 

[Deleted member 23270]

Use a bit of wet&dry to rough up the surface at the tip of the shaft to give the epoxy a better bond.

 

[Blue in Munich]

I've noticed places that do use Araldite tend to use the rapid rather than the standard, but I can't tell you why, sorry.

One twin-pack will be more than enough for 7 clubs.

 

[KenL]

Fluid ounces, what are they?

 

[Bunkermagnet]

I have always used rapid setting, but it still needs to be able to set with time.

 

[Blue in Munich]

The rapid has a higher temperature resistance if that is of any relevance.

http://www.go-araldite.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=34&layout=blog&Itemid=69

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Always used araldite

 

[tugglesf239]

Fluid ounces, what are they?

The primary measurement used on all the golf specific epoxy mixtures I have seen on Gamola and Nordic golf. ??

 

[tugglesf239]

I've noticed places that do use Araldite tend to use the rapid rather than the standard, but I can't tell you why, sorry.

One twin-pack will be more than enough for 7 clubs.

Thanks bud.
this size or a larger one?
https://www.nordicagolf.co.uk/brampton-pro-fix-5-10-rapid-cure-epoxy-0-85-oz-cartridge

 

[tugglesf239]

The rapid has a higher temperature resistance if that is of any relevance.

http://www.go-araldite.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=34&layout=blog&Itemid=69

ledge
appreciate it!

 

[Blue in Munich]

Thanks bud.
this size or a larger one?
https://www.nordicagolf.co.uk/brampton-pro-fix-5-10-rapid-cure-epoxy-0-85-oz-cartridge

That should be more than enough for 7 shafts; 0.85 oz is the same as 24ml, which is the same size as a standard Araldite syringe pack.

 

[6535]

3M Scotch Weld dp810 epoxy is what I use for those who want reshafting.

 

[bobmac]

I wouldn't use the fast setting one, its more brittle.
Standard araldite and leave over night

 

[Jacko_G]

Boring question Alert

does anyone have any preference over what epoxy to use when putting new shafts in irons.

also how many fluid ounces would I need for 7 irons

thank you.

As I say I use Araldite however I believe that JB Weld is known as being the strongest when it comes to shear testing. Bottom line is any good two part epoxy will do the job.

When I first started "farting about" with repairs etc I bough expensive golf specific Bramptons epoxy, wasn't any better than Araldite (imo) from my experience.

 

[MendieGK]

3M Scotch Weld dp810 epoxy is what I use for those who want reshafting.

This is the stuff used by 99% of club builders.

When I’m messing at home I just use araldite as it’s a lot cheaper

 

[jim8flog]

I have bought epoxy from a load of different sources and only ever had one pack that did not set properly.

Currently using the stuff from Lidl.

I use rapid set because I spine align shafts before fitting and there is less chance of shaft movement during cure.

Important things are to remove any paint, chrome and old epoxy on a shaft or head and thoroughly clean with white spirit or similar (cotton buds for inside the heads or adaptors) to ensure that there is no contamination and provide good surfaces for bonding.

 

[tugglesf239]

Thanks everyone.

@Jacko_G im following the same debut steps as you and bought Brampton’s from Nordic golf.

More because I did not want the worry (swing thought) that I may have bought a suspected inferior product
all points noted in the cleaning and prepping front.

It’s to connect these to some pulled (but new) c tapers.

Regardless I’ll clean both parts like the were 2nd hand etc just to be sure.

Bought ferrules yesterday too. That’s another minefield for the uneducated buyer ?

 

[MendieGK]

Thanks everyone.

@Jacko_G im following the same debut steps as you and bought Brampton’s from Nordic golf.

More because I did not want the worry (swing thought) that I may have bought a suspected inferior product
all points noted in the cleaning and prepping front.

It’s to connect these to some pulled (but new) c tapers.

Regardless I’ll clean both parts like the were 2nd hand etc just to be sure.

Bought ferrules yesterday too. That’s another minefield for the uneducated buyer ?

C tapers need a lot of prep if not done already. The brushed/satin element of the shaft doesn’t grip very well

 

[Parsaregood]

C tapers need a lot of prep if not done already. The brushed/satin element of the shaft doesn’t grip very well

Grinder with a buffing disc on it will prep a shaft in seconds or just use a belt sander.