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bakelite repair
Posted: Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:01 am
by Ralph F
Morning from snowy Vermont, I need to repair a broken piece of bakelite from the bottom of my coil box switch base. I am wonder what would be the best adhesive would be to use.
Thanks
Fitz
Re: bakelite repair
Posted: Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:57 am
by Herb Iffrig
One time I repaired a Bakelite knob and used Kwik poly. I used a black powder to tint it to match. It turned out pretty well. I used sandpaper and a file to finish shape it.
Re: bakelite repair
Posted: Sat Mar 23, 2024 9:58 am
by jiminbartow
Hello from sunny Florida. 5 minute clear 2 part (mixed 1:1) epoxy that comes in a 2 cylinder syringe. Get it at Lowe’s or Home Depot. Read the label and get the one that is rated for the greatest strength in Lbs. I believe some go as high as 5,000 lbs. Jim Patrick
Re: bakelite repair
Posted: Sat Mar 23, 2024 10:05 am
by TRDxB2
Looks like an epoxy will work (Kwick Poly is no longer made)
https://www.google.com/search?client=fi ... ir+baklite
So look for one that sets up black to match.
JB Weld & Gorilla Glue also have been used see internet link
Re: bakelite repair
Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2024 1:00 pm
by Rich Eagle
Re: bakelite repair
Posted: Wed Mar 27, 2024 4:29 pm
by hah
As he says, bondo! If it’s a significant piece use mar-glass.