Best way to remove glue

[dgelnett]

What is the best method for removing dried CA glue from the inside of a brass tube? I know some will say don't let it get there to start with but it happened. I used a small round file to remove the glue but I wonder if a little is left if that would sometime make the pen out of round.. I normally rough turn with the bushings then remove the bushings to finish up. It seems to me the tubes that had some glue removed from are always a little out of round when finishing up between center.

Thanks

 

[Brian G]

I have one of the inexpensive 115-piece bit sets. I choose a drill bit that fits snuggest in the tube and spin it around with my fingers. Cleans them up nicely.

 

[TonyL]

How about the "drill" bit but that comes with barrel trimmers?

 

[Indiana_Parrothead]

I used the transfer punch that fits best and push scrap it out

Mike

 

[bkersten]

I use a dedicated cordless drill with a brass bore cleaning
brush to clean them up before assembly. A little forward
and then reverse will eliminate any CA residue I get. Size
of brush depends on the tube-usually a shade over the tube.

 

[tool-man]

Reamer

I use taper pin reamers. This type of reamer has a very, very slight taper. I can get nice used ones at flea markets for $1.00 to 2.00. They come in a range of sizes. Glue a handle on them and just a easy twist will remove any glue inside the tube. Do not be too aggressive or you will enlarge the inside of your tube. :wink:

 

[plantman]

I use taper pin reamers. This type of reamer has a very, very slight taper. I can get nice used ones at flea markets for $1.00 to 2.00. They come in a range of sizes. Glue a handle on them and just a easy twist will remove any glue inside the tube. Do not be too aggressive or you will enlarge the inside of your tube. :wink:

Using a tapered reamer will not only remove the glue, but will also put a small bevel on the end of your tube making it a little easier to start your fitting straight when putting your pens together. All of the above are also good answers !! Jim S

 

[Mr Vic]

C-4

Okay..if it's around the rim I use an exacto knife. If heavy in the bore I use a barrel trimmer smaller then the tube ad use the nose to scrape as I push through as opposed to turning it.

 

[scotirish]

I use a rat tail file. Works great!
Ron

 

[low_48]

1/4" all thread rod slid back and forth. Works a little like a reamer, but will not remove any brass.

 

[ironman123]

Plus 1 for Ron. I also use a rat tail file.

Ray

 

[Tom T]

I use a lot of the above. Have learned a few new ideas also.
This is a great place to be.

 

[Hendu3270]

small 1/8" round file.