Can You Use Gorilla Glues On Cars?

Can you use gorilla glues on cars? Yes, you can use gorilla glues on cars. Gorilla glue is one of the most versatile glues around. It can be used on just about anything from plastics to metal. You can find many of these materials in cars too.

Gorilla glue comes in different types. You must wonder which one of them is best for use on your car, how you can use it, and what precautions to follow. Find answers to all this and more in this article. 

Which Gorilla Glue Should I Use On My Car? 

The best gorilla glue to use on your car is the Gorilla 7700104 Super Glue Gel. It comes in a 100ml package. It is compatible with ceramic, wood, leather, metal, rubber, stone, and paper. It is a clear-colored gel, thick, and recommended for when you need to work on a vertical surface. Below are the positives of using this gel on your car:

• The gel is thick and doesn’t run when used on vertical surfaces
• The container comes with a no-clog cap that prevents it from hardening
• It is made with impact-resistance properties 
• It sets within 10 to 45 seconds 
• It requires no clamping 
• It bonds with every material in your car

How To Use Gorilla Glue On Car

Using gorilla glue is easy and can be free of hazards if you follow the instructions for use properly. Follow these instructions to use gorilla glue in your car:

• Clear the area of the car where you want to work. Remove children and pets from there. Also, remove things like phones or clothes to prevent them from getting stained.
• Clean the surface you want to work on with a dry cloth. If it’s wet, wait for it to dry  
• Open the gorilla glue bottle and apply it to only one side of the parts to be bonded 
• Press the side with the glue on the other side to be bonded
• Hold for 10 to 45 seconds 

Avoid using excess glue at once, as this would cause a delay in the bonding process. Excess glue can also cause failure to bond. 

Also, make sure that the parts fit properly as uneven parts would not bond properly. Take safety seriously by wearing gloves and goggles. Replace the bottle of gorilla glue in its pack after use.

Check the surroundings of your work for spills. Wipe any spills with a dry cloth before it sets. Store gorilla glue in a dry and cool place where humidity and temperature would not cause the glue to harden. 

How Is Gorilla Super Glue Gel Different From Other Glues?

Gorilla Glue Gel is better in the following areas:

• It is thicker 
• It is more controllable 
• It is better for bonding tasks where you need precision

What Other Glues Can I Use For My Car?

You would mostly need glue for the plastic parts of your car. It is expected that you’d take your car to the workshop if the metal parts get damaged.

But you can repair plastic parts at home like the side mirror, the door handle, and so on. Though gorilla glue is recommended for use, where you can’t find gorilla glue you can use the following glues too. 

JB Weld

JB Weld is a urethane adhesive specially formulated for plastics. Since most plastic parts in cars are black, JB Weld is suitable because it is black.

It comes in two parts: epoxy and hardener. It is easy to mix and apply. It is an adhesive with high tensile strength. It sets in 15 to 30 minutes. 

Sugru Moldable Glue 

This glue will bond with everything, not just plastic alone. It is heat and water-resistant. It allows you to remold, and adjust for 30 minutes before it sets. And when it sets, it is very tough and shock resistant. 

Loctite 

This is also an adhesive that comes in a pair: the activator and glue. You don’t have to mix it, however. It sets in just a few seconds. It allows you to achieve a quick and neat job of bonding any plastic in your car. 

Rhino Ultra Glue Gel

This is an instant adhesive designed for bonding that also works well for car plastic parts. Just hold the parts together for 60 seconds to set and leave it to cure for 20 minutes. Apart from plastics, this glue works on wood, glass, rubber, ceramic, and canvas. It can be used on other parts of the car as well. 

Is Gorilla Glue Good For Car Side Mirror? 

As noted earlier in this article, gorilla glue is designed for bonding for just about anything. You can use gorilla glue for bonding the side mirror of your car. The part of the side mirror attached to the car is usually plastic. Gorilla Glue will bond most plastics, even car plastics. 

Now the issue you will likely experience with this is the weight of the side mirror. Side mirrors are usually shaped such that the side that is attached to the car is thinner than the part with the mirror itself.

There is no way to clamp the mirror case to the car after applying your glue. You have to hold the mirror for 10 to 45 seconds to allow the glue to set. However, the weight of the glass will make it difficult to pull off full curing. 

Can You Use Gorilla Glue On Car Mirror?

Yes, you can use it on a car mirror. I recommend that this repair be a temporary solution if the damage to the glass is extensive. You need your glass to be able to see other road users coming from your side.

If the glass is shattered severely from a crash, then the gorilla glue is only going to make it worse as you would lose more visibility or experience a distorted view. 

If the damage is not extensive, like say, a crack in the corner or just a slash in the middle of the glass, then using gorilla glue to hold it together from falling is ideal. 

To fix the glass with gorilla glue simply do this:

• Remove the glass from its housing
• Line the glass up to fit on a flat surface 
• Apply gorilla glue
• Wait for 10 to 45 seconds 
• Make sure it cures before picking up the mirror and replacing it in its housing 

Do this operation outside your car. Use a flat table where the glass would not be disturbed for the duration you need it to set. 

Final Thoughts

Gorilla Glue can be used on car parts of all types. Always take precautions when using adhesives. Wear a glove and eye protection. Keep adhesives in a cool, dry place and away from children and pets. Remember also that gorilla glue will hold your car mirror together temporarily. Change the glass eventually as images in the mirror will be distorted, which can be dangerous on the road.