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Wood glue vs. Epoxy?

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I recently acquired both a Jungster I that needs a rebuilt upper left wing and the plans for the airplane. The plans specifically call out "gusset sizes have been computed for Aerolite 300 glue." In my research I've found (in a wooden boat building forum) that glue is available in the UK but the hardener cannot ship by air. This was as of 2008, and I've not found anything more specific that's more recent. So it looks like that's not going to be a viable option.

End of background, on to the question: to the wood builders out there -- what adhesive do you recommend for the new homebuilder? Is there any particular property of Aerolite 300 that would lead the plans to specifically call for it? In broader terms, would/do you use an epoxy, a wood glue, or a resin?
 

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