quote:Originally posted by Jonathan Bowman:quote:I would use epoxy (super glue doesn't have much sheer strength) and also attach a metal plate across the break, preferably on the underside, using screws to reinforce it same as Chuck suggested.
Chuck and John,
Thanks so much for the advice. I am really unfamiliar with metal work, though. I know that a screw will bite into wood and plastic; does it do the same on metal? Is it the same procedure as for wood: pilot hole slightly smaller than shaft of screw, etc.? Or does the screw have to go the whole way through the pilot and be held tight with a nut on the other side? (That can't be what you mean--very unsightly.)
Really appreciate the advice.
Jonathan
First attach the broken piece with epoxy. Attach the plate with epoxy, then use at least a couple of small self tapping metal screws (assuming the pilot metal is thick enough). Just drill in as far as the screw is long minus the thickness of the backing plate. The drill size is smaller than the outer screw diameter so the threads get a bite but you don't have to force it in. The metal won't give like wood. If it doesn't want to turn then redrill the hole with the next larger size. Take your time. A little drop of oil when drilling will help.
This works for me, but I'm not a master metal worker...so if someone else has a better way feel free to comment.
John