I've never liked 5-min epoxy. It is OK for a quick temporary repair, but for permanent things, don't bother. Even if it works initially it seems to weaken quickly and come pealing off. Use the same epoxy you used to wet out the cloth. It is better in just about all respects except the speed at which it cures.

: I modified my hatch covers by gluing a little strap on to tail out for a
: grip. My fingers dont pry the cover off well enough. But the 5-minute
: epoxy didnt bond to the hatch! Peeled off like gum. There is no varnish in
: there, I'd have thought the stuff would bond.