G/flex Epoxy 650-8 (2- 4oz)
- The 650-8 kit contains 4 oz. each of viscous liquid G/flex 650 resin and hardener. Mixing ratio is 1:1.
- Mixed G/flex 650 is of a heavy "syrup" consistency. It will run off a vertical surface. 650 can be thickened with inert filling materials.
- G/flex is a product of West System, a division of Gougeon Brother's, Inc. The Gougeon brothers have been using epoxy resins in boat building and repair for some 50 years.
- It makes structural bonds that can absorb the stresses of expansion, contraction, shock and vibration.
- In addition to its superior bonding to many different materials and its ability to bond dissimilar materials, G/flex is much more flexible than other epoxies. This is an excellent property for boat building and repair.
- Polyethylene (HDPE) is a common kayak and canoe material. Its molecular structure resists gluing by most adhesives. G/flex solves the problem; it bonds well to polyethylene and ABS plastics.
- At 72 degrees F pot life is 45 minutes. Working time is 75 minutes. It cures to a solid in three hours and cures to its full strength in one to two days. It cures faster in warmer temperatures and slower in colder ones.
- Clean up is simple. Wipe up spills with absorbent materials. Clean residue before it cures, with alcohol or acetone.
- G/flex adheres tenaciously to difficult-to-glue hardwoods, both tropical and domestic varieties.
- It has the ability to glue damp woods. It can be used on wet surfaces, even underwater when applied with specific techniques.
- G/flex does indeed belong in every boater's repair kit. The more you use it, the more uses you'll find for it - with your boating gear and other sporting and household items. It's easy to mix and use. The instructions that come with the kit are top notch.
- Four ounces each of viscous liquid G/flex® 650 resin and hardener
- Mixing ratio of 1:1
- Pot life: 45 minutes @ 72°F
- Working time: 75 minutes @ 72°F
- Cures to a solid @ 72°F
- Reaches full strength in 1-2 days
- Includes complete handling and repair instructions
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Weather Proof
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- Outdoor
- Plastics
- Quick Fix
- Wood Trim
Comments about G/flex Epoxy 650-8 (2- 4oz):
I used this to glue the top and bottom of a fiberglass kayak back together. Normal fiberglass cracked from the flexing but this seems to have a very strong flexible bond that is going to work.
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- Controlable setting time
- Easy to Use
- Very strong
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Comments about G/flex Epoxy 650-8 (2- 4oz):
first time I used and was very suprised, good stuff
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Pros
- Good working time
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Paddle repair
- Whitewater canoe d rings
Comments about G/flex Epoxy 650-8 (2- 4oz):
bought this to apply d rings to my canoe. has a long working time which is good but on flip side takes a while to cure. but when dry it holds tight. Works great for repairing or reinforcing paddle blade tips as well.
Service and delivery comments:
Ordered thru webiste. easy to use and package arrived on time as advertised.
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Comments about G/flex Epoxy 650-8 (2- 4oz):
If you have cracks on both the port and starboard side of your boat, do repairs separately while leveling your work area (this keeps the epoxy from self-leveling too much). Allow one side to cure before beginning repairs to the other side of your boat.
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- Versatile
- Works as advertised
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- Plastics wood
Comments about G/flex Epoxy 650-8 (2- 4oz):
I used this to repair some cracks and leaks in a polypropylene cooler shell. Nothing else I've used forms as tough of a bond on this type of plastic. Worked incredibly well even on a large 6" crack.
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