Topic: How can I repair this bat (Read 3592 times)

Khalil Y · « **on:** June 20, 2014, 12:18:39 PM »

Bought this bat and was told it had a minor crack however after taking scuff off there are a few grains lifting and also there is a chunk of wood missing and want to try repairing it have attached pictures

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Neon Cricket · « **Reply #1 on:** June 20, 2014, 12:20:44 PM »

Sent it back, that has to be the biggest 'minor crack' I've ever seen...

Khalil Y · « **Reply #2 on:** June 20, 2014, 12:22:41 PM »

Haha ditto however with some negotiation bat has ended costing me around �30 and having tested with mallet it has a nice ping so am just gonna keep it

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Seniorplayer · « **Reply #3 on:** June 20, 2014, 12:58:16 PM »

For the edge you could mix wood filler with an epoxy glue into a paste apply to edge build up edge till it is proud and leave for 24 hours to cure the more wood filler you use in the mixture the harder the finished edge will be once the mixture as cured by sand by hand for a smooth edge. For the face apply undiluted PVA glue apply pressure with a weight over a towel and leave to set. Remove all residue and bind all repairs tightly with fibreglass tape.

Khalil Y · « **Reply #4 on:** June 20, 2014, 01:03:24 PM »

Quote from: Seniorplayer on June 20, 2014, 12:58:16 PM

For the edge you could mix wood filler with an epoxy glue into a paste apply to edge build up edge till it is proud and leave for 24 hours to cure the more wood filler you use in the mixture the harder the finished edge will be once the mixture as cured by sand by hand for a smooth edge. For the face apply undiluted PVA glue apply pressure with a weight over a towel and leave to set. Remove all residue and bind all repairs tightly with fibreglass tape.

The items you mentioned would these be available at any DIY store as never done a repair before.

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Seniorplayer · « **Reply #5 on:** June 20, 2014, 01:45:12 PM »

Yes you can get all items from a DIY outlet or order on line you could try Ronseal wood filler and Araidite glue the glue needs to be mixed with its hardener which comes with it before being mixed with the Wood filler there are videos on Line showing how to use these products when you apply the mixture to the edge of the bat you will need to allow the 1st layer to start to cure (dry ) before you apply the next layer Good Luck.

Khalil Y · « **Reply #6 on:** June 20, 2014, 01:46:38 PM »

Thanks for you're advice I'll see what I can do and will update thread

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Khalil Y · « **Reply #7 on:** June 21, 2014, 02:43:08 PM »

I'm about to glue the face and was wondering is it not better if I water the glue down a bit so it can get into all nooks and crannies?

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Seniorplayer · « **Reply #8 on:** June 21, 2014, 04:26:55 PM »

If you are using PVA Yes you can dilute it but it will take a little longer to dry.

Khalil Y · « **Reply #9 on:** June 21, 2014, 04:28:52 PM »

Have already applied it now undiluted not sure if it will seep all the way but have used a grip to hold it together and left it at an angle so gravity can do some work

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Khalil Y · « **Reply #10 on:** June 21, 2014, 04:29:43 PM »

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Seniorplayer · « **Reply #11 on:** June 21, 2014, 04:47:44 PM »

When you remove the grips if there are gaps repeat the process as you have identified with watered down glue also it may be worth placing the bat horizontal on its spine with a cloth under each edge to keep the blade level.

Khalil Y · « **Reply #12 on:** June 21, 2014, 04:49:18 PM »

Ok will do, I'm going to leave it till tomorrow and the remove the bands

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Khalil Y · « **Reply #13 on:** June 23, 2014, 06:58:37 PM »

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Khalil Y · « **Reply #14 on:** June 23, 2014, 07:00:07 PM »

Glue has dried and have sanded it down next step is wood filler and epoxy.

Ordered aldarite online so hopefully get that tomorrow.

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