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how to repair crack in fairing shield

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Any tips on repairing a crack in the shield? the fairing is virtually identical to the 1000S model with a few exceptions of course. I was just hoping to find some advice before I start messing with it.
 
see a thread called project windjammer..lots of info about the acetone and ABS glue slurry..if it will put a windejammer back together youll have no problems with yours ever again.
 
Think he's asking about the clear part Chuck.Have no idea what to do with that:(
 
azr said:
Any tips on repairing a crack in the shield? the fairing is virtually identical to the 1000S model with a few exceptions of course. I was just hoping to find some advice before I start messing with it.
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Have you checked with any local auto glass shops?
They should know what might work.

Daniel
 
First thing to do is to drill a 1/16" hole at the end of the crack to keep it from spreading.

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Steve said:
First thing to do is to drill a 1/16" hole at the end of the crack to keep it from spreading.

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Good idea.


I have an old Shoei fairing that has a crack and I thought about using super glue. I use super glue to fill cracks in wooden bowls I turn. It sands and buffs out good. Are there any plexaglass shops near you?
 
No I haven't checked with any shops yet. I usually come to the 'collective hive' first before I wander on my own. I'll see what I can find around town on my days off.
 
plenty of info in the windjammer thread on that as well. Andre bent hism own for the windjammer. The one on a Cooley is way thinner but im would think its the same pricipals that apply.
 
Solvent Welding

Solvent Welding

Ive done this several times on various car / truck bug deflectors. Not a real option on airplane windows. They usually have to be replaced. You might have to weld on a backer piece of plastic to make it stronger. It aint never gonna look as good as new.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hT6Ow_cBTps
 
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sounds exactly like the Acetone method of bonding ABS..which is what Andre did in the windjammer project.
 
If there is a local "plastics" retailer or distributer near you they will have some special glues that will likely work.As you are likely aware not all plastics are the same. Having said that, super glue is likely your best/cheapest option.

While it doesn't apply in this case, the ABS slurry mentioned is phenomenal for repairing cracked or broken plastic body pieces. Easy to make and use.

good luck with your repair.

cheers,
Spyug
 
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