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Old 04-05-2013, 05:09 PM
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Personally, I would not repair it with Titebond. Reason, it will neve be able to be repaired again if it cracks again there or doesn't work the first time. Titebond will not stick to Titebond, and getting it cleaned out of a crack is a bear, without spreading the crack and making it worse. As to cleats, it really depends on the crack and where it is. If it's in a place that's stressed, cleats, or a cleat, would be a good idea. If it's in a non-stressed area, you might get by without them. Hot Hide Glue or Fish Glue would be your best choices for repairing the crack. That way, if it splits again, or doesn't work the first time, it can be repaired again with either, without cleaning out the old glue. If you can't find Hot Hide Glue, Knox Gelatin will work just the same way. Put some in a little bottle, cover with water and heat to 140 - 145* and use it like glue, cause that's what it is.

Go to Frets.com and look up crack repairs. I'm sure there are instructions.
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