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Hi Ed
Sorry to hear about the delaminations or I think more properly, disbondings.
How was the joint originally prepared? I'm always concerened abouyt
contamination and like Boeing, I don't allow lubricants into my bonding shop.
This is particularly true of silicone. But what adhesive was used? There
are a number of bonding adhesives that are much better than the Jeffco (if
that's what you used). Also sanding and cleaning is critical just prior to
bonding. I know they say to use industrial grade solvent for cleaning but
that has about 3% impurities as I remember. Reagent grade would be better
and a lab towel like a Kimwipe is better than paper towels.
Good luck on the repair!
Dan Newland
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