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Damaged clip on front end - any easy way to fix?

Quickdraw

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Hi all. On the wife's 2020 Ryker Rally, on the front end, there are clips. One of them got damaged. It's not severe, but it cracked the plastic where the clip is. Below is a pic of what I'm talking about. I've researched how to fix it by way of melting a zip tie, then using steel wool for strength. I don't want to buy another one even though the cost to replace it is like $65. Anyone ever run into this situation and have a way to easily fix the damage?

Here's the pic.

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I had a clip break off on my left lower panel. I used a 2 part epoxy to mend it. It worked on the 2nd try, but I'm of course quite cautious while unclipping it. Would a 2 part epoxy work in the area of your concern....don't know. Might be worth a try.
 
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Thank you for your replies. It's such a small thing, and I don't think it rattles when she rides, but it's bugging me.

EDIT: Ordered the epoxy. Thank you again for your help.
 
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I’ve had good luck with “ the last Glue”.
Alternatively, a Dzus fastener would work . Our 22 rally has them in the front. Any good hardware store will have them.
 
I've rebuilt fairings as well as custom parts pretty much from scratch using PlastiFix. Basically, clean the plastic, fill the cracks with the powder, then apply the liquid using the needle bottle provided with the kit. Gives you a solid bond IMHO better than welding can.

I also reinforce the joints on the back side of each repair with a bit of fiberglass and the Plastifix.

And bonus ... you get to play mad scientist ... ahahhhaAAHHAHHAHA!



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be careful if you ever use zip ties to plastic weld. Not all zip ties are made from the proper plastic. I'm using plastic as a generic term.

Plastic welding works, and it can be done where needed. You can even inbed some metal mesh if desired. I'd go with something that wouldn't rust.
 
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