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I busted up my front headlight shroud. Both upper supports are off and it ripped up the middle. It's $83 from the dealer and did not find an a/m replacement.
What would you suggest I use to get this back together for a few more rides before I caugh up the dough?
Thanks.
What would you suggest I use to get this back together for a few more rides before I caugh up the dough?
Thanks.
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The most attractive "tough guy" repair uses small zip ties. I'd take a nail, hold it with vice grips, heat the nail with a propane torch and make holes either side of the split. Stitch it together with zip ties.
I think UFO makes an aftermarket replacement that is held on with rubber straps. The rubber straps do let the shroud move on impact rather than shatter.
I think UFO makes an aftermarket replacement that is held on with rubber straps. The rubber straps do let the shroud move on impact rather than shatter.
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There is a plastic Welder on the market and Rocky Mountain carries it. It works pretty good but you will still see the crack. $42 plus S &H but it will pay for itself if you use it a few times.
http://www.rockymountainatv.com/product ... ilyId=3540
http://www.rockymountainatv.com/product ... ilyId=3540
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I like bailing wire and a dremel myselfKarlP wrote:The most attractive "tough guy" repair uses small zip ties. I'd take a nail, hold it with vice grips, heat the nail with a propane torch and make holes either side of the split. Stitch it together with zip ties.
I think UFO makes an aftermarket replacement that is held on with rubber straps. The rubber straps do let the shroud move on impact rather than shatter.
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gotta make BIGGER holes for zip ties
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unless ya got teensy lil zip tyes and those aint worth a crap for strength
bailin wire is way to go
MUCH stronger!
bailin wire is way to go
MUCH stronger!
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I can see where wire or zip ties would work on the split, but not work on the mounts. Time was short since I have a race tomorrow and opted to try Plastic Epoxy. I'll snap some shots and post them after the race and report back.
Thanks for the ideas!!!!
Thanks for the ideas!!!!
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Try a piece of aluminum and pop rivet it to each half. Or, replace the broken off tab with a piece of metal you've shaped for yourself that includes a long enough overlap to pop rivet or bolt on to the main housing.
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Look for "Permanent Patch"made by "The Original Super Glue"
http://superglue.supergluecorp.com/15298.html
It's a Soft Fiberglass Patch Kit, that you cut, shape & Stick in place. It then hardens. Check Home Depot, Lowes or your Hardware Strore..
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It's a Soft Fiberglass Patch Kit, that you cut, shape & Stick in place. It then hardens. Check Home Depot, Lowes or your Hardware Strore..
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