JB Weld for bedding compound ... Yes or no?

I use minwax paste finishing wax to coat my table saw top to keep it smooth and shiny. Put several thick coats of minwax on the receiver to prevent any issues of bonding to JB weld. Worked like a dream, my mosin m44 laminate stock popped off without a problem.
 
JB Weld is just fine.

Some guys read somewhere that a certain product is the best and from then on, just insist it's the only acceptable product.

If you're a gunsmith that beds rifles all the time then sure, get the "proper" product, so nobody can fault your professionalism. (Not that it "really" works any better)

If you're just a handy guy working in the basement, JB weld is perfect.
 
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At my M14 clinics, I have newbies use the JB Weld; easy to find, easy to clean up, easy to mix up with the 50/50 prescription, easy to see and work with, easy to mix using a popsicle stick all on top of a business card or a piece of paper, inexpensive to buy more, found almost every Cambodian Tire or hardware store, lasts a long time, easy to add more if you need to return and fill in the air bubbles you messed up. :cool: Wow that was a mouthful.

Oh yeah, easier to clean up with Acetone (also easy to find), easy to dremel out when (not if, WHEN) you mess up! Ask me how I know.... :evil:

I'm most knowledge able only because I've messed up enough times! :eek:


I like the newbies using the JB Weld because it allows lots and lots of learning opportunities for relatively easy sourcing, buying, and all the other reasons above.

I use Devcon since it seems to follow me home (I still don't know why). I use the Devcon because I happen to have a shztload of it and it's a more serious mixing technique of 9:1. This can be intimidating to rookies and nooobs! :eek: Now back to the JB Weld, many rookies have cut their teeth on this resin!

Use what works for you and your budget, and your comfort level, and your color preferrence, and you Looks Cool Value! :)

Cheers and keep helping them nooobs out there!

Barney
 
I have used Lepage Steel Epoxy on most of my bedding jobs. $8 an Canuck Tire and enough to do a couple rifles or at least one and then some odd epoxy needed jobs around the house.

It does cure fast so you gotta make sure you are absolutely ready before you start mixing it. You gotta work fast once you get started. Marine Tex is my all time fav. I just can't find it anywhere anymore.
 
I use Marine Tex. Not that it matters. Any of the products mentioned here will do a fine job for bedding. The more important issue is the prep work before the mix. This is what takes the time and it's true, the devil IS in the details. Never use oil or grease for release. If you have not tested it before do a test before you commit your action and stock to something you have never done before. Like I have pontiicated in the past, always mix by weight an never by volume. Any epoxy flogger worth his salt will be able to give you the mix bt weight. Marine Tex is 15.5:100 for example. Remember the details, it DOES matter.
 
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I use Marine Tex. Not that it matters. Any of the products mentioned here will do a fine job for bedding. The more important issue is the prep work before the mix. This is what takes the time and it's true, the devil IS in the details. Never use oil or grease for release. If you have not tested it before do a test before you commit your action and stock to something you have never done before. Like I have pontiicated in the past, always mix by weight an never by volume. Any epoxy flogger worth his salt will be able to give you the mix bt weight. Marine Tex is 15.5:100 for example. Remember the details, it DOES matter.
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as always, excellent advice Ian.
I use marine tex as well, I order it in the largest container they sell.
another good one if it can be found that is very easy to work with is made by eclectic , Goop marine 2 part. mixes 50/50 and is more forgiving than some epoxy products when it comes to curing in contact with grease. I prefer this stuff for bedding actions like the garand or m14 family of rifles.
 
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I used black without an issue. Neutral is ultra hard to find. I want some for my shoes too and still can't find it.

It's amazing how well the stuff works. I was nervous until it popped out after a wack or two of the mallet.
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Red wing shoes makes a sort of paste/sealer that works as an awesome neutral. I used it on my wifes shoes after I did my work boots and its great!
 
TacticalTeacher said:
At my M14 clinics, I have newbies use the JB Weld; easy to find, easy to clean up, easy to mix up with the 50/50 prescription, easy to see and work with, easy to mix using a popsicle stick all on top of a business card or a piece of paper, inexpensive to buy more, found almost every Cambodian Tire or hardware store, lasts a long time, easy to add more if you need to return and fill in the air bubbles you messed up. :cool: Wow that was a mouthful.

Oh yeah, easier to clean up with Acetone (also easy to find), easy to dremel out when (not if, WHEN) you mess up! Ask me how I know.... :evil:

I'm most knowledge able only because I've messed up enough times! :eek:


I like the newbies using the JB Weld because it allows lots and lots of learning opportunities for relatively easy sourcing, buying, and all the other reasons above.

I use Devcon since it seems to follow me home (I still don't know why). I use the Devcon because I happen to have a shztload of it and it's a more serious mixing technique of 9:1. This can be intimidating to rookies and nooobs! :eek: Now back to the JB Weld, many rookies have cut their teeth on this resin!
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Hey Barney, do you have a write up on using JB Weld with the Norc plastic stocks?
 
I much prefer Acra Glas but ran out and needed some quickly so I tried JB. I doubt I'll use it again but only because it was so runny. Other than that it seems to have done the job well. Acra G stays where you put it and gives you a lot of time to set things up.
 
Duke878 said:
Hey Barney, do you have a write up on using JB Weld with the Norc plastic stocks?
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He did one already using fiberglass sheets and epoxy.

http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php/1055495-M14-USGI-Glass-Stock-Reinforcing-that-quot-Noodly-quot-front-end-for-Accuracy-Gains!
 
I've done quite a few over the years with Marine tex. Very good bedding material that stuff is!. Tough, hard, and long term stable.
A couple of proviso's to be aware of with it's use tho ...

One: It is VERY sensetive to correct mix ratios. Be precise for best results.

Two: Invert the gun during cure so that gas bubbles do not show up in the finished bedding surface. ;)

I prefer to set the alarm clock for 4-6 hours into the cure, break loose the BA from stock at that time, re-release agent the metal, remove the bulk of the excess bedding materiel, and then re-install and replace the action to stock with "zero stress" on action screws until fully cured.
 
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