Just got done fletching my first set of arrows. The first few arrows I did I tried using Boehning Fletch Tite Platinum, for some reason even after roughing up my carbon shafts with some fine sandpaper then taking some 100% acetone to clean them really good the gel glue just would not keep the vanes on at all. Went to Walgreens and got some Gorrila Glue Super Glue and decided to try my luck using it and it worked absolutely amazing. After about 30 seconds in my jig the vanes were glued on good enough to throw in another arrow. I used an Arizona EZ Fletch mini and as you can see in the picture, that thing puts one heck of a helical on the vanes. I waited about 15 minutes after the last arrow came out of the jig then took them all out to see how they shot. from 30 yards they were all in about a 4 inch circle which I am completely happy with since I was shooting in the dark using a flashlight. Bottom line, Arizona EZ fletch and some twister vanes were definitely worth the money.
Looks good man. The glue probably didn't stick because a twister vane isn't made to put a helical on. They spin faster due to the design without a helical. Fletch them straight and this shouldn't be an issue.
Looks great, the AAE mini is designed to put a meaningful helical on short high profile vanes like twisters. Gorilla super glue works great as does Lok Tite super glue in the blue applicator. The fletch tight glue from Bohning is very temperamental I had similar adhesion problems, I tossed it and pretty much only use the lok tight. Excellent work on the arrows.
The bohning glue needs more time to setup and is more finicky. One thing you need to do is wipe the shaft clean with water to remove all residue left by the acetone or other cleaning agents. But ime, it last longer than super glues. They tend to get brittle and chalky over time. I can't recall using lok tite gel but I have used gel super glue before and it had the same issues as the regular for me. Might give lok tite gel a try in the future. sent from my samsung note 2
The loctite remains flexible,they call it "impact resistant" ...in any event it's the best I ever used. Also easy to get at any Walmart and they seem to sell a bunch so it's not siting around. http://m.loctiteproducts.com/p/4/0/3/sg_ug_cntrl/Loctite-Super-Glue-ULTRA-Gel-Control
In a word yes, however I always use a small wrap so that lessens the problem. Also with such a good bond your really not reflecting often.
found out the easiest way to get all the super glue residue off the shaft for me is to just soak the end of the shaft in 100% acetone for about 10 minutes and everything just wipes right off. then I just wiped them down with a water soaked towel, let em dry for a couple minutes then threw some new vanes on. Can't wait to shoot em tomorrow.
Not a fan of soaking carbon arrows in acetone. Very tough on the resin and imo, has to have a negative affect on the arrows. To me, it seems it has to break the arrows down quicker. I know Easton warns against soaking their arrows in any solvent. http://www.eastonarchery.com/frequently-asked-questions The following was copied directly from easton website. "Carefully wipe down just the fletching area of the shaft with M.E.K. or acetone using a clean, white paper towel. If your nock is already permanently installed, use 91% isopropyl alcohol in place of all other solvents. Continue wiping the surface with solvent until no dirt or carbon residue shows on a clean portion of the paper towel. Remember to use protective gloves to keep solvents off the skin and use proper ventilation. Do not soak carbon or aluminum/carbon shafts in any solvents. CAUTION: Do not use lacquer thinner, M.E.K., or acetone with the nock installed. Keep these solvents away from nocks and shaft identification markings. Petroleum solvents could accumulate between the bushing and shaft wall and weaken the adhesive bond. For complete and detailed directions on arrow set up, reference the Easton Tuning Guide, or download free*here." sent from my samsung note 2
Thank you for the heads up, gonna go through and check all my arrows now to make sure they aren't crackling but don't think I will soak them anymore now.
