This is how I glued back a metal trimming decal on Sharp GF 555

chhchca

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This is how I glued back a metal trimming decal on Sharp GF 555
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Job beautifully done in just minutes!​
Most of the Sharp GF 555 and GF 666 I have come across lost 1 or 2 or all of the trimming decals upfront. These decals mark out the cassettes and the APLD function, serving as important decorative for the unit, so I really wanted to glue them back.

I considered using contact cement, super glue, silicone or epoxy adhesive and finally I decided to try Gorilla Super Glue, because (1) it is very strong and fast-dry; (2) it is thicker than most super glues on the market while it is thinner than epoxy adhesive.

This means it is much easier to thin evenly on the surface you work on, as well as to precisely control the amount you use. It is particularly so when you use the applicator (the brush) included.

I think the following are very important:

Clean the surfaces to be glued and sand them gently (I use fingernail sander from $ Store to do this job)

Use a tiny amount of the glue on one surface only, nicely even it out using the brush that comes with the glue. Don't over use the glue: the manufacturer recommends one drop for a surface of 6 Sq cm!

Have a latex glove, some cotton wiper and alcohol on side just in case you have an emergency.

Good luck!


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Fatdog

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Looking good! :cool:

I've used several Gorilla products and have been pleased with the quality. I have not tried their super glue though. One drop per 6 sq cm?! :-O
 

chhchca

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Fatdog said:
Looking good! :cool:

I've used several Gorilla products and have been pleased with the quality. I have not tried their super glue though. One drop per 6 sq cm?! :-O
Exactly! I must say I read the Guide several times just to make sure. I used merely 2 drops for this job today.
 

lupogtiboy

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That Gorilla Glue with the brush is great stuff! Normally I'm trying harder to not stick my fingers together than concentrate on what I'm actually gluing, but this makes it easy to do. One word of caution though, use it in a well-ventilated area as the fumes from this stuff are very strong! Nice job on the repair!
 

chhchca

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lupogtiboy said:
That Gorilla Glue with the brush is great stuff! Normally I'm trying harder to not stick my fingers together than concentrate on what I'm actually gluing, but this makes it easy to do. One word of caution though, use it in a well-ventilated area as the fumes from this stuff are very strong! Nice job on the repair!
Very important point and thank you very much!
 

Reli

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Nice work!

I have been considering Loctite Super Glue Ultra Gel Control, because it claims to have rubber particles that allow it to remain somewhat flexible.
 

chhchca

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Reli and MesaAZGuy: Thank you very much for bringing us your own experience!

If Loctite Super Glue Ultra Gel Control is truly a gel type and has fine rubber element, its can be very useful, particularly when the surfaces to be bonded are not flat or smooth enough, or when some flexibility is desired.

For broken mounting posts, I take a 2-step approach: 1st I will put it back precisely using super glue and then apply epoxy to strengthen it. I don't want it ever to fail again. :lol:
 

donahuest

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Thanks. I’ve got a 666 that has the tint piece coming off. Looks like it has come off and been glued back on before so I wanted to get something that holds.