Just used JB Weld Steel Stik to fix a metal handle on a metal strainer. Metal handle was press welded to metal strainer which finally broken. Since I do not have a press welder, I thought this would be a good DIY experiment. Things I learned. 1) First, wash your hands to stop oils to getting into putty. 2) You do not need gloves to knead putty together. Texture is like play dough. 4) Use a dollop of putty to attach to surface, then remove excess. 5) File/sandpaper all surfaces to create good bond. First attempt (did not roughen surface) did not stick. Second attempt (after using Dremel sander) did the trick. 6) Do not knead longer than 2 minutes as product will get hot and hard to more you wait. However, once putty is placed on surface, hold with light pressure for 5 minutes, then wait an hour before testing the bond. (Tested bond after 30 minutes and bond broke). 7) Putty does not have a strong scent, but will add a dark grey color to your hands Regular soap and water will remove all the material. Good luck.
Bonds to rusty surface well. For underbody car I used this putty to fill holes then after set use regular jb weld over it been over a year and still looks strong surprisingly no surface rust on it. Bought por 15 to apply to it now expecting rust
It will work on aluminum. Had a 1981 Honda ATC 250r with a hole in the case. Previous owner used steel stick to stop oil from leaking. 15 years later it still holds strong!!
Great stuff, Thanks Drill a pilot hole into each side, scratch and clean with alcohol place a mini “rebar” into it kneed some JB onto ends before wrapping it with JB. It will be much more forgiving, worst case if it loosens up from strain then you can just put a tiny bit more on to reset. Good job you help a lot of people with this
I've used SteelStik to repair a steel-braided air compressor hose (pump to tank). It works well enough as a temporary fix, even with all the heat and vibration. It does eventually fail though.
I used this for some small holes on the truck as filler. The rust comes back. The places where I used Permatex Steel Weld are doing great. I used the JB Steelstik because of the faster set time. This summer, I will redo the JB with Permatix. JB says it doesn't rust but the rust is right on top of the JB Steelstik.
Very thorough explanation, and personable delivery! This was exactly what I was looking for in figuring out how SteelStik works (I've only ever used the regular 2-tube liquid JB products). Thank you!
@@AhmedKings no :(, i feel like trying to adhere another piece of metal to a flat metal surface/ base is hard, it's easier to mend to piece together if that makes sense...plus it's an arched leg and the weight of the table top didn't help when I turned it around on its feet after it dried.
I used it to hold a brake line sealed for 2 days until I could buy the parts I needed. Worked well enough, just a 30 second drip which was surprisingly usable.
I used it on a motorcycle radiator, that had a huge hole in one of the cores. I didn't think it would hold, but it's been over a year and it's still holding tight, no leaks.
I once used this stiuf to firepair a rusted through spot on my car. i worked well, is sandable, and took paint well also. I've never owned a welder and have used JB weld product since i was a teenager in the 70s.
I saw and something similar 30 or so years ago to fix a crash ked car radiator o a road trip it worked so well that when I got back home the radiator repair said it was not any reason to replace it which a weld repair so we left it .
⚠️ WARNING ⚠️ I know this video has been out for a while but if you read the instructions on the packaging it says"Wear gloves" and "DO NOT allow contact with skin".
I know this is old now, but I was thinking maybe it would have been even better if you put some in between the 2 pieces you were trying to bond? Also, I'm pretty sure you are supposed to thoroughly clean both pieces with paint thinner or something. Whatever works is good though.
I'm trying to attach some smaller steel plates to a swinging piece of rebar for a plinking target. Would only be shooting it with 22s. Do you think this stuff would hold it? Don't know any welders...
Make a two piece mold of the piece. Then clean up the ends you are attaching to and tap a screw into it with the head hanging out about 1/2 inch. Pour the mold with a metal , or epoxy of your choice. Remove the mold and scratch with a light wire brush. paint.
@@IndyFarmLife there is the same version but it is for automotive that is high temperature. After 8 hours cure time it can be drilled and tapped. It is called highheat.
Any chance you know if I could put this on the head of a Allen head screw and make a mold of a screwdriver to remove it? The head is stripped and I have no clue if it’ll be hardened enough to be able to remove the screw
It will not hold, impact or high heat, cigar lighter, will get it started. Then use a harbor freight cheapo hammer it into the hole while turning screwdriver with an adjustable wrench. Worst case you can drill through and RE-tap new threads. Good luck, Great question
Guess i shouldn’t use that stuff for a little red waggon wheel that fell off… I don’t think I’m too scared to welding it back on with a propane torch I don’t want to be a long time since I’ve touched that….
If you are concerned about health issues, epoxy putty can cause irreversible skin allergies and you should use either Nitrile or Vinyl gloves when handling it. Latex gloves won't provide enough protection. Also if sanding, you should wear a face mask because Epoxy dust is bad for your lungs.
If you wait 2 hours after kneading it, before applying to project, it will be strong as hell. Helpful hint. Waiting only 5 minutes after kneading it is only strong enough for light use.
Yes it can. Just be sure to properly grind the area clean, just like if it were being welded. The JB weld needs a clean and scuffed surface to bond to. If you do that, the bond should be super strong and able to take a lot of pressure.
FYI.... the instructions say (wear gloves & avoid direct skin contact!) TO CLEAN YOUR SURFACES w/ a DETERGENT/DEGREASER 1ST, THEN ROUGH UP SURFACES w/ FILE or COARSE PAPER prior to application. this may have been your issue bruddah 👍🏼
TOM ..... it’s ignorance for sure man!! BUT... what’s the word for when you don’t read the instructions about the product you’re making a TUTORIAL VIDEO ABOUT????? 🤔
I'm tryin to bond my rear view to the metal clip on the window on my ml 500 I have the high temp it won't hold long enough to set do u think this could hold about 2lbs after about 5/10 mins if not any one have suggestion how to keep it on the windshield long enough to set clear tape isn't good enough lol
@@dmod686 good one but I found something better if you ever need to bond metal to glass on a windshield use the steele stick and gorilla glue 20lb to 60 lb mounting tape it's the truth if you put this tape on paint garuntee it's commin with it fwi
I've never been a good welder, but give me a lil piece shit MIG welder and grinder and goddammit you can hire me to weld a damn tank for your ass. 'MURICA 🇺🇲🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅
It has steel in it. It is not magnetic, but it sticks to a magnet. I know as I just used it on broken subwoofer. Dried epoxy stuck to the magnet just like metal.
I'm sorry but that won't last very long. In fact this is not what JB SteelStik is intended for. Only time will tell, but I would have welded properly. People who think JB Weld is a substitue for welding, it's not. It's an epoxy glue. The reason they call it "weld" is simply because it is the best and strongest on the market. It is no substitute for genuine welding. >
It might. Has enough steel in it that it sticks to a magnet. I wouldn't use it for electrical purposes, but I DEFINITELY would not try it as an insulator.
Ok, so with repairs like this, drill into both parts and epoxy or glue in a stub into one of them..once thats gotten solid you can connect the pieces, a face to face joint like a butt joint is worthless and weak. What im hoping this stuff is able to do is to be a filler inside a small steam tank where the magnesium had pitted, if it works im saving $400 if not i just buy a new tank. Its rated for temperature, but unsure how it bonds, and one flaw i did see is it appears to bubble between layers, which ive not seen in other epoxy’s. And not desired
That's the issue. The surface must be scuffed up and clean, otherwise the epoxy will not bond to it properly. If you get a good bond, you'll never be able to get it apart again. I have bonded aluminum with it before, and it never came apart. Just be sure to rough up the surface really good first.
I put JB Weld Steel Stick in my hair to keep it out of my eyes in the wind. Now, back inside, it won't come out. Should I just leave well-enough alone? Or, should I step foot out to the neighborhood bar and complain about it?
Yes, go to the neighborhood bar and complain to the bartender, he or she should be able to offer condolences and provide a stiff drink to help you feel better.
the package says clearly to USE GLOVES .... bare hands means you may get the chemicals in your skin and bloodstream ... Think over just what the seal is used for ... it maye be for real strength and may be a simple way to keep a machine screw held snug after aluminum engine block threads were stripped out... LocTite may be plenty and a $6 solution !
Just used JB Weld Steel Stik to fix a metal handle on a metal strainer. Metal handle was press welded to metal strainer which finally broken. Since I do not have a press welder, I thought this would be a good DIY experiment. Things I learned. 1) First, wash your hands to stop oils to getting into putty. 2) You do not need gloves to knead putty together. Texture is like play dough. 4) Use a dollop of putty to attach to surface, then remove excess. 5) File/sandpaper all surfaces to create good bond. First attempt (did not roughen surface) did not stick. Second attempt (after using Dremel sander) did the trick. 6) Do not knead longer than 2 minutes as product will get hot and hard to more you wait. However, once putty is placed on surface, hold with light pressure for 5 minutes, then wait an hour before testing the bond. (Tested bond after 30 minutes and bond broke). 7) Putty does not have a strong scent, but will add a dark grey color to your hands Regular soap and water will remove all the material. Good luck.
Bonds to rusty surface well. For underbody car I used this putty to fill holes then after set use regular jb weld over it been over a year and still looks strong surprisingly no surface rust on it. Bought por 15 to apply to it now expecting rust
Wow not the brightest crayon in the box I see 😂😂🤣 you shouldn't be needed this shit with bare hands
What happens if you try to knead it and it crumbles apart
@@nathancastillo764 it is dead
You covered it all, wish other products explained things as well.
It will work on aluminum. Had a 1981 Honda ATC 250r with a hole in the case. Previous owner used steel stick to stop oil from leaking. 15 years later it still holds strong!!
I have a crack in my 99 mustang in the motor oil pan. Just put some right now.. 🤞🏼
@@francisconavarro956Tx hows it holding up
@@LiilTyweezy just spotting
@@LiilTyweezy I think if I put another layer it will hold. But it’s not spotting too much
BMWs need to invest in this with all the oil leaks their cars provide 😂
I used it to fix leaky gutter corners. Works perfectly. Nothing else worked. Try it out. It is an easy fix.
Is There anything J-B Weld can't do? it's the real handymans secret weapon!
Fast forward to 2:30 if you want to skip this guy’s life story and see the product. (Sorry to be so jerky, but time is precious.)
Great stuff, Thanks
Drill a pilot hole into each side, scratch and clean with alcohol place a mini “rebar” into it kneed some JB onto ends before wrapping it with JB. It will be much more forgiving, worst case if it loosens up from strain then you can just put a tiny bit more on to reset. Good job you help a lot of people with this
Great tip. I would've also place something under it to keep it in place while it dries...rather than having to keep readjusting it.
just as i thot; he could have made a better job, w/studs or by tapping
I've used SteelStik to repair a steel-braided air compressor hose (pump to tank). It works well enough as a temporary fix, even with all the heat and vibration. It does eventually fail though.
I got a pressure line I'm gonna use it on until the new hose arrives. Thanks for commenting this
I used this for some small holes on the truck as filler. The rust comes back. The places where I used Permatex Steel Weld are doing great. I used the JB Steelstik because of the faster set time. This summer, I will redo the JB with Permatix. JB says it doesn't rust but the rust is right on top of the JB Steelstik.
THANK YOU!!
The deck on my riding mower broke by the screw so I need something without welding!!!
Gonna try this!!
Did this work?
@bal2202 yeah,I think so
Very thorough explanation, and personable delivery! This was exactly what I was looking for in figuring out how SteelStik works (I've only ever used the regular 2-tube liquid JB products). Thank you!
i am now a believer, Thank you! buying it for the metal leg of my coffee table that broke!
Did it work ?
@@AhmedKings no :(, i feel like trying to adhere another piece of metal to a flat metal surface/ base is hard, it's easier to mend to piece together if that makes sense...plus it's an arched leg and the weight of the table top didn't help when I turned it around on its feet after it dried.
I used it to hold a brake line sealed for 2 days until I could buy the parts I needed. Worked well enough, just a 30 second drip which was surprisingly usable.
My mower deck had a huge crack in it. Clean it up, drill the end of the crack, slap some SteelStik. Working great!
Iv used that in Australia and it goes hard as hell very good for some applications ,old jimmy (20 bucks a tube )
yep Knead-It here is the popular one
Used it on my CRF Honda bike radiator as a temporary fix ended up leaving it on as it worked perfect..
I used it on a motorcycle radiator, that had a huge hole in one of the cores. I didn't think it would hold, but it's been over a year and it's still holding tight, no leaks.
I have used it on a loose spark plug v8...fuel line crack..among other low pressure thing's...its a must have on vacation trips..never know
I once used this stiuf to firepair a rusted through spot on my car. i worked well, is sandable, and took paint well also. I've never owned a welder and have used JB weld product since i was a teenager in the 70s.
Do you Know if it works repairing water leaks on Stainless steel or copper pipes?
Great video, I wanted to see how it worked exactly before I went out and bought it. Thanks so much for this
Great video! So now some 4 years later, what do you think of the product? Has it held up decently? Thanks!
Thanks. I was about to throw a daybed and a patio chair or look for a handyman who’s a welder but this should do the trick until I do.
Would you be able to put this on plastic
Make a mold of your finials and replace them w/thermo plastic or even use the metal epoxy or even epoxy clay.
Hi don't know if this video is too old, but I've used a similar product and didn't set tried twice ?
Does it dry ?
Thank you! I needed this video. :)
Thanks, when you open it do you need to use all of it or you can store the excess?
God bless.
You can store it. I wrap it in plastic wrap and keep it in the tube it is sold in.
I saw and something similar 30 or so years ago to fix a crash ked car radiator o a road trip it worked so well that when I got back home the radiator repair said it was not any reason to replace it which a weld repair so we left it .
I don’t know does this work as Sharp corners on table because corner cover are too big for it and I need some kind of mouldable silicone that hardens
Thanks a lot.
⚠️ WARNING ⚠️ I know this video has been out for a while but if you read the instructions on the packaging it says"Wear gloves" and "DO NOT allow contact with skin".
Good job. Place something under it to keep it in place while it dries...rather than having to keep readjusting it.
Should u have put a bit in the middle? Just pressed together, then put it around? Just curious...
Thank you it was very informative
I know this is old now, but I was thinking maybe it would have been even better if you put some in between the 2 pieces you were trying to bond?
Also, I'm pretty sure you are supposed to thoroughly clean both pieces with paint thinner or something.
Whatever works is good though.
Did you try any shock tests hitting it with a hammer etc..?
im gonna attempt to use it on cars center support bearing to hold it in place let yall know if it holds it
@MR. Allen it fucking works!!!!!!
Did it work
ok! what about bicycles with crakes in the frame?
Good tutorial and nice 👍👌 thanks for sharing 🙂
do you think that it will work for a level say for a brake?
Helpful video, you gave me my answer when you said it wouldn’t be good for non static applications. Thanks.
I'm trying to attach some smaller steel plates to a swinging piece of rebar for a plinking target. Would only be shooting it with 22s. Do you think this stuff would hold it? Don't know any welders...
Great info!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Make a two piece mold of the piece. Then clean up the ends you are attaching to and tap a screw into it with the head hanging out about 1/2 inch. Pour the mold with a metal , or epoxy of your choice. Remove the mold and scratch with a light wire brush. paint.
Drill a pilot hole into each side, scratch and clean with alcohol place a mini “rebar” into it kneed some JB onto ends before wrapping it with JB
Are these found in Australia? as ive looked around but no go so far
Thank you
Gonna use it on a fuel tank hole. If I never post a follow up, assume it worked as intended.
Worked on my 91 Acura Legend tank that had a small leak. Weird stuff for sure..
Still holding ?
I am going to assume the car blew up, RIP OP 🪦
Thanks for the walk thru! Do you know if you can grind and shape it once cured? Thanks!
It doesnt grind like metal, kind of melts instead. Hope that helps. May be easier to sand?
@@IndyFarmLife good to know! I'll try the sander. Thanks
@@IndyFarmLife there is the same version but it is for automotive that is high temperature. After 8 hours cure time it can be drilled and tapped. It is called highheat.
does it work on plastic
Very helpful video thank you sir!
Any chance you know if I could put this on the head of a Allen head screw and make a mold of a screwdriver to remove it? The head is stripped and I have no clue if it’ll be hardened enough to be able to remove the screw
Worth a try, or ez out
It will not hold, impact or high heat, cigar lighter, will get it started. Then use a harbor freight cheapo hammer it into the hole while turning screwdriver with an adjustable wrench. Worst case you can drill through and RE-tap new threads. Good luck, Great question
Brother do you know any product for aluminium alloy joint..for engine material..
Permatex makes some also , prb same stuff . Works great for certain things as you said .
Thank you. Now I an open mine. Really appreciate the video
someone please help me.i put epoxy to the wrong thing.then how i want to remove epoxy putty steel?.
Delphi Indiana packers worker here
Guess i shouldn’t use that stuff for a little red waggon wheel that fell off… I don’t think I’m too scared to welding it back on with a propane torch I don’t want to be a long time since I’ve touched that….
i will recommend use gloves cause is gonna get hot when you make a mold ..
Rubber gloves?
If you are concerned about health issues, epoxy putty can cause irreversible skin allergies and you should use either Nitrile or Vinyl gloves when handling it. Latex gloves won't provide enough protection. Also if sanding, you should wear a face mask because Epoxy dust is bad for your lungs.
I would think to make the bond stronger probably dont want to mix in skin oil.
Good job my man
good video, need a few of those to terminate a clanky manole cover nearby.
If you wait 2 hours after kneading it, before applying to project, it will be strong as hell. Helpful hint.
Waiting only 5 minutes after kneading it is only strong enough for light use.
Thanks for the video
Wow. Thank you
Great video, and an honest video. Keep up the good work.
I'm the same way about welding Iowa small cheap flux core I try to hide when I weld I'm getting better though
Can that be use to repair a car chasis anybody’s answer will be very appreciated
Yes it can. Just be sure to properly grind the area clean, just like if it were being welded. The JB weld needs a clean and scuffed surface to bond to. If you do that, the bond should be super strong and able to take a lot of pressure.
Will it bond a zinc bolt to aluminum?
Exallent job🙏🏽
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
My experience is different than everyone elses. They stick to my fingers better than the piece I'm trying to repair.
thanks for the tip--looks like it's going to work. However the instructions quite clearly warn users to wear gloves...
Awesome. 👍🏾
How much weight do you think it could hold?
Thank You so much for the information video
How long does it last
Indefinitely. I have used JB weld on a metal table about 25 years ago, and it's still holding strong.
Fyi: You need to Clean-the-area and scuff-it-up if possible ( you do neither of these )
Prep is always key.
I think he said at the start of the video that he had it all sandblasted!
Very handy stuff!
I would use gloves just to keep oil and contaminates from getting in the mix. Just my thinking.
My instructions said to use gloves.
thanks for the good video.
Thanks! I was curious about it. I was thinking of using it for two seat tracks that I have bolted in as a extra hold.
FYI.... the instructions say (wear gloves & avoid direct skin contact!) TO CLEAN YOUR SURFACES w/ a DETERGENT/DEGREASER 1ST, THEN ROUGH UP SURFACES w/ FILE or COARSE PAPER prior to application. this may have been your issue bruddah 👍🏼
I can't stand when people don't read the instructions. It just shows that some of them are ignorant.
TOM ..... it’s ignorance for sure man!!
BUT... what’s the word for when you don’t read the instructions about the product you’re making a TUTORIAL VIDEO ABOUT????? 🤔
TOM - besides “SCARY” of course....
You definitely need to read the instructions on this stuff. That’s what makes it SIMPLE
I'm tryin to bond my rear view to the metal clip on the window on my ml 500 I have the high temp it won't hold long enough to set do u think this could hold about 2lbs after about 5/10 mins if not any one have suggestion how to keep it on the windshield long enough to set clear tape isn't good enough lol
Turn the car upside down
@@dmod686 good one but I found something better if you ever need to bond metal to glass on a windshield use the steele stick and gorilla glue 20lb to 60 lb mounting tape it's the truth if you put this tape on paint garuntee it's commin with it fwi
A comment for the Almighty Algorithm. Thanks this was prefect for me needs.
Haha thanks
Can I use this to hold up my metal heat shield under the car or will it get to hot under there where it wouldn't work
Bust that welder out brother it’s easier than it seems for things like this remember the grinder is your best friend lol give it a shot!!
I've never been a good welder, but give me a lil piece shit MIG welder and grinder and goddammit you can hire me to weld a damn tank for your ass. 'MURICA 🇺🇲🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅
Getter Done ☑️
Is it magnetic ?
It has steel in it. It is not magnetic, but it sticks to a magnet. I know as I just used it on broken subwoofer. Dried epoxy stuck to the magnet just like metal.
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I'm sorry but that won't last very long.
In fact this is not what JB SteelStik is intended for.
Only time will tell, but I would have welded properly.
People who think JB Weld is a substitue for welding, it's not.
It's an epoxy glue.
The reason they call it "weld" is simply because it is the best and strongest on the market.
It is no substitute for genuine welding.
>
Does this conduct electricity?
No
It might. Has enough steel in it that it sticks to a magnet. I wouldn't use it for electrical purposes, but I DEFINITELY would not try it as an insulator.
Does this work for welding a hole in a gas tank?
They make one that’s gas proof
from where i can buy it?
Walmart Home Depot, online
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Wow
Ok, so with repairs like this, drill into both parts and epoxy or glue in a stub into one of them..once thats gotten solid you can connect the pieces, a face to face joint like a butt joint is worthless and weak.
What im hoping this stuff is able to do is to be a filler inside a small steam tank where the magnesium had pitted, if it works im saving $400 if not i just buy a new tank. Its rated for temperature, but unsure how it bonds, and one flaw i did see is it appears to bubble between layers, which ive not seen in other epoxy’s. And not desired
Nice and deep like lol love it!
I used it on Aluminum and it came apart like if I hot glued it. I waited the whole morning and I picked it up and it came apart ..
How did you prep the surfaces?
That's the issue. The surface must be scuffed up and clean, otherwise the epoxy will not bond to it properly. If you get a good bond, you'll never be able to get it apart again. I have bonded aluminum with it before, and it never came apart. Just be sure to rough up the surface really good first.
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I put JB Weld Steel Stick in my hair to keep it out of my eyes in the wind. Now, back inside, it won't come out. Should I just leave well-enough alone?
Or, should I step foot out to the neighborhood bar and complain about it?
Yes, go to the neighborhood bar and complain to the bartender, he or she should be able to offer condolences and provide a stiff drink to help you feel better.
the package says clearly to USE GLOVES .... bare hands means you may get the chemicals in your skin and bloodstream ... Think over just what the seal is used for ... it maye be for real strength and may be a simple way to keep a machine screw held snug after aluminum engine block threads were stripped out... LocTite may be plenty and a $6 solution !
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