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Clogged GW glue.

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I have the thin plastic glue. The little metal tube is clogged. Anyone know what kind of solvent can unclog it?
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Re: Clogged GW glue.

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Hobby Lobby sells a debonding solution that might work or you can try nail polish remover. I know that the old Testors glue like that came with some really small wire that you could slide down the tube to unclog it.
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The local GW store manager uses a trick he was shown by another manager. He heats the metal tube end with a lighter. It burns off the glue. When you see the puff of smoke, it's clear. Just heat the tip/end of the tube. It should only take a couple seconds.

For the testors glue. I just use a single strand of wite. You must have some old multi-strand wire around the house. Just strip part of it and voila.

I haven't tried it on the GW glue. I don't use it much.
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Thanks guys. Heating the tube with a lighter worked like a charm.
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Re: Clogged GW glue.

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Wow, never had that problem, but glad I have the solution now!

I assume you guys are using masks while applying heat to a solvent?
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Re: Clogged GW glue.

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spiralingcadaver wrote:Wow, never had that problem, but glad I have the solution now!

I assume you guys are using masks while applying heat to a solvent?
lol I just read this. It was a tiny puff of smoke like a flash. I think I'll be alright.
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heh, fair 'nuff- thanks for the follow up
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