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[leonphelps]

what did you use for the adhesive with the vinyl?

[par4tom]

Good question...I use the vinyl top adhesive from a local upholstery supplier. They use to have a lot better contact cement here in California but the regulators have long since outlawed getting the good stuff here. If you live in other states, I think you can still get the good adhesive.

Weldwood Vinyl Top Adhesive. Available at any upholstery store. The adhesive in the spray cans will not work as they will not hold. Spray adhesive also will not hold if you live in a hot climate like I do here in Central California.

I should also mention another point...if you are going to apply vinyl, do not sand down your finished piece beyond 80 to 100 grit. The adhesive will tend to not stick. Also, I wipe down the piece really good with a tack cloth and Acetone to clean the surface and aid sticking.

To apply, I take a 2" chip brush and brush the adhesive onto the panel and also onto the vinyl. From there, you need to let it tack up to the point that the glue doesn't lift off when you touch it with the knuckle on your finger.

Originally Posted by leonphelps

what did you use for the adhesive with the vinyl?