Hi, I was advised to use a heat gun (carefully) to attach the blades to
the shaft. Use some tape to mark how far the blade should be pressed
(and the anglemark) on the shaft. The air was no issue for me, I do not
think that the fitting is completly airtight. On advantage is that it is
possible to change the angle now afterwards also (by (carefully) using
a hot air blower)

Arne

skrev:
Hi,

A friend of mine gave me a very nice carbon fiber wing paddle. The only
thing is that the two blades and the shaft are not attached. They are
all finished parts and the blades have necks that can slide on top of
the shaft, as putting your hands into a pair of gloves. I have no
experience in working with paddle building. I have done some research
but still have some questions:

1. Epoxy is a high viscosity material. I am concerned the air pressure
built up inside the paddle by the time I attached the 2nd blade to the
shaft. Subsequently, the pressure inside will push the shaft out. One
idea is to drill a hole in the middle of the shaft to release the extra
air and patch it up later. Is it valid concern? Is there any other
alternatives besides of drilling the hole?

2. I am thinking using the west system epoxy, just 'cause it is
designed for the maritime usage. Any other bonding materials you would
recommend?

3. what is the best method to measure the angle between the two blades?

Appreciate for any pointers.

Cheers - Peekay