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1. 
   Steinmetz | Jan 09, 2005 07:25am | #1

   Beedy eyes,

   Try to use warm vinegar and lay the panel down level,
   to contain the liquid from dripping off.
   Wipe off the softened glue occasionaly (Toothbrush)
   and repeat ( alternating on both sides)
   It may help to gently wedge the split apart,
   to allow the 'Juice' to work it's way inside the break .
   When most of the glue is gone and the panel
   is no longer wet, use Titebond ll glue, clamp and wipe off any excess glue with a slightly moist cloth. Steinmetz

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   Bdeyes | Jan 09, 2005 01:53pm | #2

   thanks

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   joinerswork | Jan 09, 2005 10:17pm | #3

   Bd,

   I'll echo what steinmetz said, with these additions:  Try hot water first, if it will soften the glue you will be better off.  Try to get all the old glue off, not most of it.  Any remaining glue will prevent a perfect realignment of the split, and a good glue bond.  If you must use vinegar, wash with water and baking soda solution to neutralize the acid.  Titebond will work, but hot hide glue is preferred for repairs to antiques, as it is compatible with the original glue that was likely used, and more easily reversed if a future repair becomes necessary.

   Regards,

   Ray

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   Bdeyes | Jan 10, 2005 02:24pm | #4

   Thanks,

   Heat alone softened the glue to facilitate removal, unfortunately,  I know why they used so much glue. A  14" piece in the center appears to have splintered out leaving a 1/16 to 1/8" gap in the center. BUMMER. Black walnut is hard to come by. Possible disassembly and repair at a later time.

   Thanks for the input

   Bruce