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JudgeRob

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Finishing nails for bracing pieces?
« on: November 25, 2015, 09:09:42 pm »
Hi,
I was thinking about using a nail gun with finishing nails and glue for the bracing pieces (for the top, front and back panels).  Is this method considered strong enough for a mid sized, 2 player cab (ie OND size) or do I need to screw those suckers in?   :-\
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Re: Finishing nails for bracing pieces?
« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2015, 09:18:20 pm »
A proper glue joint is actually stronger than screws.  I glue the battens in place and then tack them down with 18g brad nails.  Tiny little bits of wire, just to keep the battens in place so the glue can dry.
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Re: Finishing nails for bracing pieces?
« Reply #2 on: November 25, 2015, 09:44:08 pm »
Yep, nails and screws are just to hold the wood together while the glue dries.
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Re: Finishing nails for bracing pieces?
« Reply #3 on: November 25, 2015, 10:51:07 pm »
Well that's good to know!  Should save a lot of time!  :applaud:
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Re: Finishing nails for bracing pieces?
« Reply #4 on: November 25, 2015, 11:55:22 pm »
The factory built arcade machines of the 80's & 90's typically had the battons glued and stapled,
so as long as you glue them, the brad nails should be fine.
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