Triticum Agricolam Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 I think a lot of folks who had glue failure were not using the glue correctly. Getting a really good glue joint isn't as simple as squirting some glue on and sticking the pieces together. To do it the right way you need to: 1. Make sure both surfaces are clean and free of sawdust (I blow them off with compressed air) 2. Apply glue to BOTH surfaces and spread it around to make sure you have 100% coverage 3. Let the glue soak in for a minute or two, this is very important with the cut edge of MDF 4. Put a little more glue on, spread it around and now you ready to join your pieces. 5. Use lots of clamps with moderate pressure, you need to use enough glue and enough clamps to get a little squeeze out all the way along the glue line. Screws can be used in place of clamps. "Nothing prevents people from knowing the truth more than the belief they already know it.""Making bass is easy, making music is the hard part."Builds: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mustang2dakota Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 I think a lot of folks who had glue failure were not using the glue correctly. Getting a really good glue joint isn't as simple as squirting some glue on and sticking the pieces together. To do it the right way you need to: 1. Make sure both surfaces are clean and free of sawdust (I blow them off with compressed air) 2. Apply glue to BOTH surfaces and spread it around to make sure you have 100% coverage 3. Let the glue soak in for a minute or two, this is very important with the cut edge of MDF 4. Put a little more glue on, spread it around and now you ready to join your pieces. 5. Use lots of clamps with moderate pressure, you need to use enough glue and enough clamps to get a little squeeze out all the way along the glue line. Screws can be used in place of clamps. Iv never applied glue to both surfaces,I've always just used more than enough on 1 side. Is it worth applying on both surfaces? 2014 JKU Sound: pioneer xav-65 4 12in pioneer tsw3003d4 2 pioneer gm-d9601 (much more in route) General: 18in worx rims 33in tire stinger src bumpers light bars 6k hids 2in leveling kit 3.25in lift The Build Log: http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/195839-2014-jku-build-4-12s/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev. Wrath Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 This thread kind of got off topic a bit. To the OP, if you're not wanting to buy an air compressor right off the bat, something like this might be a good option. http://www.amazon.com/Factory-Reconditioned-Ryobi-ZRP854-Cordless-Lithium-Ion/dp/B00FYYVA24/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1423663031&sr=8-2&keywords=ryobi+nail+gun+cordless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triticum Agricolam Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 Iv never applied glue to both surfaces,I've always just used more than enough on 1 side. Is it worth applying on both surfaces? You can put glue on one surface, stick the pieces together to spread the glue and then pull them apart and check. You just need to make sure both surfaces get 100% coverage and you let the glue soak in for a minute or two. "Nothing prevents people from knowing the truth more than the belief they already know it.""Making bass is easy, making music is the hard part."Builds: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wicks Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 This thread kind of got off topic a bit. To the OP, if you're not wanting to buy an air compressor right off the bat, something like this might be a good option. http://www.amazon.com/Factory-Reconditioned-Ryobi-ZRP854-Cordless-Lithium-Ion/dp/B00FYYVA24/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1423663031&sr=8-2&keywords=ryobi+nail+gun+cordless YEP^^^ Agree with others in that a proper glue bond is best. People overcompensate and use too many screws which actually make the wood weaker. Had a HomeDepot gift card this past xmas and pick this up. mainly for home renovations where I didn't want to lug around my 20gal compressor inside the house. LOVE it!!! Works amazing. No more air compressors or hoses. Definitely worth the money in my book. This post sent with 100% recycled electrons. 2004 BMW M3Mechman 280A 2 - XS Power XP30001 - XS Power D375 500F of Maxwell SuperCaps (soon to be 1000F) iPadMini2Dash mounted O-scopeAudison bitOne (Remote DRC MP) Highs Amp - PPI Art A404 Hertz HSK130 (HSK165 waiting...) DC Audio DC9.0K 2- DC Audio XL12m2LEGAL - 147.3dB @ 41Hz OUTLAW - 150.2dB @ 45Hz OUTLAW - 145.7dB @ 30Hz JUNE 2014 SOTM WINNER 2014 COLORADO PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER SOTM BUILD:http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/141656-wicks-e46-m3-build-bass-turbo-button-and-a-big-new-addition/page-68#entry2802026 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meade916 Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 i never use screws to hold my boxes together...just nails and Titebond II wood glue. All SMD products + MORE available at my store here! https://wccaraudio.com/ Subscribe to My Youtube Channel! Over 1,000,000 subscribers strong! Turn on your notifications! http://www.youtube.com/meade916 Follow My Instagram! Daily live feeds from the shop, exclusive content way before it hits my Youtube channel...and little squares with photo's in them http://www.instagram.com/meade916 The Official SMD Facebook fan Page https://www.facebook.com/SteveMeadeDesigns/ Follow my Tweet (Twitter) http://www.Twitter.com/meade916 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brent379 Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 anybody ever catch the nails with a rounover bit???? how do you avoid that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meade916 Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 dude...i checked out your FB page...you do really nice work All SMD products + MORE available at my store here! https://wccaraudio.com/ Subscribe to My Youtube Channel! Over 1,000,000 subscribers strong! Turn on your notifications! http://www.youtube.com/meade916 Follow My Instagram! Daily live feeds from the shop, exclusive content way before it hits my Youtube channel...and little squares with photo's in them http://www.instagram.com/meade916 The Official SMD Facebook fan Page https://www.facebook.com/SteveMeadeDesigns/ Follow my Tweet (Twitter) http://www.Twitter.com/meade916 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meade916 Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 This thread kind of got off topic a bit. To the OP, if you're not wanting to buy an air compressor right off the bat, something like this might be a good option. http://www.amazon.com/Factory-Reconditioned-Ryobi-ZRP854-Cordless-Lithium-Ion/dp/B00FYYVA24/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1423663031&sr=8-2&keywords=ryobi+nail+gun+cordless YEP^^^ Agree with others in that a proper glue bond is best. People overcompensate and use too many screws which actually make the wood weaker. Had a HomeDepot gift card this past xmas and pick this up. mainly for home renovations where I didn't want to lug around my 20gal compressor inside the house. LOVE it!!! Works amazing. No more air compressors or hoses. Definitely worth the money in my book. i got one too! i like it! Kinda heavy but worth it for the mobility and not dragging a hose around the shop All SMD products + MORE available at my store here! https://wccaraudio.com/ Subscribe to My Youtube Channel! Over 1,000,000 subscribers strong! Turn on your notifications! http://www.youtube.com/meade916 Follow My Instagram! Daily live feeds from the shop, exclusive content way before it hits my Youtube channel...and little squares with photo's in them http://www.instagram.com/meade916 The Official SMD Facebook fan Page https://www.facebook.com/SteveMeadeDesigns/ Follow my Tweet (Twitter) http://www.Twitter.com/meade916 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triticum Agricolam Posted February 11, 2015 Report Share Posted February 11, 2015 dude...i checked out your FB page...you do really nice work Thanks! That means a lot to me coming from you! I feel lucky that I get the opportunities to build the stuff that I do. "Nothing prevents people from knowing the truth more than the belief they already know it.""Making bass is easy, making music is the hard part."Builds: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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