Huskies Posted April 11, 2020 Report Share Posted April 11, 2020 So I bought a used full vent signature series and I notices that the leading edge "ferrule" more like a dowel to me that connects all the top pieces is loose. So it will slide into the outer spar to the point its barely sticking out. So today when I flew I just pulled it out some and connected it. My question is, Should I just put a dab of crazy glue on it to secure it in place or leave it "floating" as it is. And if so should I glue it to the center spar or the outer spar. Right now its in the outer spar but I'm sure I could pull it out and glue it in the center spar. What do ya'll think? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huskies Posted April 12, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2020 So this is what Im working with. For sure the left leading edge spar is glued into the outer spar not the middle....So should I glue it into the right spar, Leaving the middle spar "female" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riffclown Posted April 12, 2020 Report Share Posted April 12, 2020 The Old Standard for 1.5 frames was a center double male with outer spars that were interchangeable with the vertical spars. The B2 used a double female middle spar with single male outer spars. In this particular case, I think it is entirely up to you. I'd suggest the double male approach to give you the interchangability with other frame sets. I would suggest using epoxy or similar glue as super glue can get brittle, release and present you with the same issue again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windwarrior Posted April 12, 2020 Report Share Posted April 12, 2020 Riff beat me to it. I just checked a couple of mine and they're male centers. I would go with that just for the interchangeable option but that's just me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparkieRob Posted April 12, 2020 Report Share Posted April 12, 2020 Glue to the centre spar. A 1.5 frame set has 4+1. The verticals are interchangeable with the outer of the leading edge.Sent from my SM-G970F using KiteLife mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul LaMasters Posted April 12, 2020 Report Share Posted April 12, 2020 Evolution for me, I've grown to prefer the ferrules on the outer tubes,instead of the middle one, breaks down to a shorter overall length and can't reach a slipped inside ferrule is now impossible, just push it out from other side! i actually prefer travel frames, to vary and position stiffness for conditions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oapbillf Posted April 13, 2020 Report Share Posted April 13, 2020 Never heard of that one before Paul, good idea ! To refit the ferrule, first scrape off any residue adhesive and ensure it fits into the rod with ease. Wrap a piece of adhesive tape to divide the ferrule in half leaving a tab for removal. I use a super glue gel, works for me, put a small amount in the rod and just a light smear on the ferrule. Doing it rapidly, insert the ferrule into the rod giving it a twist until it butts up with the tape. Allow the adhesive to set for a few minutes then remove the tape. Trim off any excess adhesive if required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huskies Posted April 13, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2020 wound up using some super glue....seems to have worked...thanks for all the advice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul LaMasters Posted April 14, 2020 Report Share Posted April 14, 2020 Super glue is brittle, a sharp bang will release it,.... 5 minute epoxy is more flexible, it gives under a sharp impact as opposed to outright failure, same application procedures for either item,.... do you want "keep fixing it?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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