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Clutch Lever Repair

cowboyup3371

cowboyup3371

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Is it possible to repair a clutch lever with JB Weld and have it still be fully functional? I know I should buy another one from the local parts store but I'm curious if it's possible first.

Essentially, I lowsided tonight to the left after getting into heavy sand/dirt and broke my clutch lever. Everything else looks fine but I'm curious as to the possibilities until I can get a new one.

Thanks.

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its DOA. replace. JB weld is capable for some things. what you need, if you were to repair, would ONLY work if you welded it with an actual welder. the cost of that vs a new lever is kind of self defeating.

I"d just spend the $15 on a new lever.
 
bobthebiker88 said:
its DOA. replace. JB weld is capable for some things. what you need, if you were to repair, would ONLY work if you welded it with an actual welder. the cost of that vs a new lever is kind of self defeating.

I"d just spend the $15 on a new lever.
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Yes, indeed- I hate shifting and having the lever break off! get a spare brake lever while you're at it- they stow nicely under seat along frame tube.
 
I put some JB Weld on it last night after posting this question just to see for myself. As of this morning it seems to be holding and I rode in to work. I WILL BUY A NEW ONE this weekend though.
 
cowboyup3371 said:
I put some JB Weld on it last night after posting this question just to see for myself. As of this morning it seems to be holding and I rode in to work. I WILL BUY A NEW ONE this weekend though.
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Be extremely careful, eh? Either that, or be prepared for a crash (no pun intended) course in clutchless riding.
 
Turtleface said:
Be extremely careful, eh? Either that, or be prepared for a crash (no pun intended) course in clutchless riding.
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Agreed -- this is a Bad Idea. JB Weld is useful stuff, but this is probably the worst possible application for the material.

JB Weld is more of an adhesive and filler -- despite the name and the outrageous advertising claims on the back of the package, it's not anything at all like a weld nor is it anywhere near as strong as metal.

Hope he lived through the experiment... :eek:
 
buy a new one. its a no brainer, they are cheap and saves you getting stranded or having to struggle home with no clutch
 
Yes I survived the ride quite well and the clutch handle is still very securely assembled. However, I bought a new one on Friday evening and will install Sunday afternoon after a little paintball fighting.
 
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