Good call Tim.  I'll switch to that next time.  too late this time ;>) pw <table width=100%> <tr valign=top> <td width=40%>Tim Coates <tcoates1@sio.midco.net> Sent by: caut-bounces@ptg.org 07/01/2008 05:52 AM <table border> <tr valign=top> <td bgcolor=white> <div align=center>Please respond to College and University Technicians <caut@ptg.org></div></table> <td width=59%> <table width=100%> <tr valign=top> <td> <div align=right>To</div> <td>College and University Technicians <caut@ptg.org> <tr valign=top> <td> <div align=right>cc</div> <td> <tr valign=top> <td> <div align=right>Subject</div> <td>Re: [CAUT] a simple question</table> <table> <tr valign=top> <td> <td></table> </table> Paul, I learned from others on this list about using Titebond Trim and Molding glue for installing hammers.   I haven't used a glue like yellow titebond for 25 years to install hammers.  It takes too long for the very reasons you are asking  about and makes it very difficult to remove the hammers if need be.   I had used hide glue for years, but then Dave Porritt mentioned the Trim and Molding glue and I haven't looked back.   In my climate it doesn't breakdown in cold, dry winter months.  The joint is easily broken with heat if need be.  The joint sets up very quickly so there are none of the issues you are asking about. Tim Coates On Jun 30, 2008, at 5:18 PM, Paul T Williams wrote: Hey list, How long, when hanging hammers using titebond do you let it sit before going to the next section?  I'm going with 2 hours.  I like letting them sit over-night, but I only have one Sprulock jig and I'm trying to get this done quick. I'm thinking of getting a second jig to double the time (half the time)  What say you? BTW; Whos going to Oberlin next week?  Let's hook up for a refreshment! Thanks Paul