| Important notes on epoxy / Arledite: |
Please notice that you should
not use the "5 minute type", nor any other
"quick type" epoxy. The reason is
that those types are not waterproof, and loose their strength after some
time. Select a slow drying type epoxy instead, as this eliminates the
problem. Any 10 -> 24 hr. type is perfect, although it makes
construction time longer. Mix in a bit of silica thickener to hold it
in place until fully cured. Mix it to the consistency of toothpaste and you
will have a great, waterproof mix. (I got this advice from one of the leading figures in
the model sub business.)
I can recommend the "West System" epoxy with resin 105 and
hardener 206, but surely there is a world of other products that will do
the trick, Loctite has several products, just to mention another
big player on this marked.
Though possible, it is not recommended to use polyester. It is cheaper,
but that's about the only advantage there is. It smells up the entire
house in no time, and it is highly hazardous to your health unless you
use protective breathing equipment.
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