Anchor Bond alternative

[Paul Pomposo]

I'm getting ready to sheet a foam wing. Last time I did, I used Anchor Bond epoxy. Since this is no longer available, I am looking for the best thing to use as an alternative. Any thoughts?

[Phil Krankowski]

West System and System Three are two of the best epoxy products available. 

I have used West System for many things.  They have a full line of additives, although you can use other brands of additives.

http://www.westsystem.com/ss/

I have heard and read good things about System Three, but have not used it myself.
http://www.systemthree.com/

However I have not done the task you are about to...

Phil

[Mike Griffin]

I wholeheartedly agree with Phil.  West is the best....hey, that rhymed. 

Mike

[Paul Pomposo]

Thanks! Used the 105 before for carbon gears. It did set up well using the bagging system. I'm curious if balsa skins will have the same result. 

[Mike Scholtes]

Hi Paul:

I use West Systems epoxy and can recommend it highly, though have not used it to attach balsa to a foam core.

You best source is probably Bob Hunt, who has been doing sheeted foam wings for about 50 years give or take. I suggest looking at his web site or giving him a call. I have a set of Bob's sheeted wings/stab/elevator and they are excellent.