[cabinetman]

We have an introduction section where you can say a few words about yourself. If you fill out your profile in your "User Control Panel", you can list any hobbies, experience or other facts. You can also list your general geographical location which would be a help in answering some questions.

Try to do as minimal amount of cleaning off the old glue. The more you do, the more it's likely you'll change the fit. Use a two part epoxy to reglue.

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[cabinetman]

Cabinetman & woodnthings: My inclination would be to use hide glue. I am curious as to why you both recommend using epoxy? Note* This is not a disagreement or criticism, I am interested in your reasons.

I would use hot hide glue if it was previously glued with hide glue. But, without knowing, and there might be the presence of another glue, and gaps, a two part epoxy would be my choice.

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[cabinetman]

I used clamps and then clamped the clamps with other clamps.

Clamps are great when they can be used to access clamping a joint. If you use 'handscrew clamps', they can clamp at different angles and parallel. They provide a flat surface on their body that is easy to clamp to. One of my favorite clamps, in many different sizes.

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[cabinetman]

I know my father has some of those clamps. I'll have to "steal" some the next time I'm home!
Next question (and again, thanks for all the great help): one of my joints didn't look as snug as I would have liked it even though it was doweled, glued and clamped. It feels strong but I'm wondering if I should leave it or try to get it apart and redo it?

Only you can decide that. It's difficult to comment, as the joint can't be inspected on a forum. If it feels secure, maybe just leave it. Sometimes the more you fiddle with something it could make it worse.

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