So I decided to see what would happen if I heated the leg up (theory: most glue melts) , so I searched for an appropriate heat source in the house. The gas hob seemed to be the best item for the job, and after a few seconds heating the very end of the leg, it was possible to grab the foot with a pair of pliers and twist it free. I'm now researching the best adhesive to attach the new spike to the tubes with.
Friday, 25 April 2008
Fitting Markins TS-327 spikes to a Gitzo 1325
So I decided to see what would happen if I heated the leg up (theory: most glue melts) , so I searched for an appropriate heat source in the house. The gas hob seemed to be the best item for the job, and after a few seconds heating the very end of the leg, it was possible to grab the foot with a pair of pliers and twist it free. I'm now researching the best adhesive to attach the new spike to the tubes with.
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Tim,
try Permabond E 2-pack epoxy resin. I can probably get you a couple of sachets, even though they are a bit on the old side. It leaves plenty of time for adjustment before it cures. Disadvantage: Virtually impossible to remove after it cures... :)
Marc
Well I eventually plumped for ET-505; seems to have done the trick. If I ever need to get these feet off it will be hacksaw time!
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