Heil Kithara bass driver repair

gebi · 18th August 2011, 09:08 AM

the bass driver of my beloved Heil Kithara has a problem.
As seen on the photo, the glue of the central "core" is partially taking off.
can anybody recommend an suitable glue for the repairment, or do I really need to buy a new driver ?

thanks

gebi

pinkmouse · 18th August 2011, 09:20 AM

If you're confident, the thicker superglue works well, otherwise PVA wood glue will be fine. If you use PVA, just make sure you leave a small weight resting on the driver overnight whilst it sets up. I use a 24mm socket from a spanner set.

Andersonix · 25th August 2011, 06:10 AM

Check all around for weak glue under the dustcap, or you'll be back fixing it again. In fact, you might as well pull it off altogether, and re-glue so you know it's OK.

18th August 2011, 09:20 AM	#2
pinkmouse diyAudio Moderator Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Chatham, England	If you're confident, the thicker superglue works well, otherwise PVA wood glue will be fine. If you use PVA, just make sure you leave a small weight resting on the driver overnight whilst it sets up. I use a 24mm socket from a spanner set. __________________ Al I conceive of nothing, in religion, science or philosophy, that is more than the proper thing to wear, for a while. Charles Fort

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25th August 2011, 06:10 AM	#3
Andersonix diyAudio Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Silicon Valley	Check all around for weak glue under the dustcap, or you'll be back fixing it again. In fact, you might as well pull it off altogether, and re-glue so you know it's OK.