Damaged Compression Post - Thoughts?
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Update: the "split" really is a glue seam as Ron suggested, joined with some varnish-like adhesive. I've rough sanded the halves but can't get a really tight seam. Considered doweling to strengthen the glue joint but it's starting to look like replacement is the best option. I'll probably continue to peck at this while I look for a solid replacement, I hate to discard teak.
What about thickened epoxy as an adhesive? It would fill those pesky voids ...
In this case the epoxy would operating in shear. It the two pieces being mated are clean, and “marry up” true, then I think it could be fine. If not, I’d be concerned.
+1....frankly, I can't imagine trying to salvage that post rather than replacing w/wood or stainless...
Well, I did glue it and thanks to some material that stayed on the wrong half when I split it, got an absolutely perfect alignment. Seems like it should be OK, since it was the design of the original part. If what I read about Titebond II is accurate, if it fails it won't be the glue bond.
For those fearing for the durability of this course of action, I am looking at a replacement as well. If my repair holds up, I can always pass it to the next owner in need.
For those fearing for the durability of this course of action, I am looking at a replacement as well. If my repair holds up, I can always pass it to the next owner in need.
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Sorry I'm late to the party but I found Smith's Clear Penetrating Epoxy Sealer and it works great for restoring/rot proofing wood. I think every boat owner should know about their products, Jamestown now has their own brand of CPES. They also make a glue for teak. Take a look, it's good stuff.
AWESOME! That's how I would do it. It will work great. Now, put a great finish on it and make it a centerpiece on your boat.
-Will (Dragonfly)
If I had glued it like that, I think that I might be inclined to also wrap the whole thing in 1/4" 3-strand rope. It would certainly stop the post from ever coming apart & it might look kind of nauti-cool too.