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Filippo,

Here's one Hesh did.

http://luthiersforum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=10117&t=21198&p=293976#p293976

I think Chris Paulick did a video tutorial on using tape for plate joining.

Pat

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Frank Ford ,Frets.com also has some useful info. Chris Paulick also did a vidio on joining plates with tape.

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I'm gearing up for hot hide glue. I had recalled Frank's tutorial and went there. A little more reading would help-I went to "the other place" and read up there, but I am still hesitant. I tried a few econo heating methods, and then, even though $$ is tight, I invested in the real thing. I figured that with the choreography needed for avoiding the dreaded pre-assembly gel, I did not need other hurdles. I figured that $115 over a few years for less hassle was probably a reasonable choice for a real glue pot.

I would be most interested in practical hints on batch storage and post-mix usable life. The dedicated pot did a nice job of preparation and held a reasonably steady 148* -I am assuming most folks do not make new daily-if some do, I would listen to advice there. Thanks, Mike

I think someone said you can freeze hide glue but I havne't tried. I mix in small batches and I'll usually use it up in a couple weeks or less. It's not hard to mix. I use 20 grams of crystals, and 34 grams of water. I use 2 ounce bottles with a couple stainless steel nuts to add weight to the bottle and help hold heat.

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Mario freezes his in little cubes and I think Frank Ford does too. Check out Frets.com.
Rival Hot Pot express is a cheap alternative glue pot that a lot of people use.
http://www.amazon.com/Rival-4071-WN-32- ... 252&sr=8-1
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Now I feel compelled to figure out something to cook with HHG. You know, there wasn't a great deal of TAS release with the glue pot. At least I won't get confused. It has a cool old time metal label that says "Glue Pot." Mike