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Post by nimajneb on Jun 29, 2015 15:35:25 GMT -5
Had a good wreck this morning on the way to work. Im going to get pictures once i resize them. Whats the best way to fix the plastics? I thought fiberglass. But im not sure how it would hold up.
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Wreck. Ouch
by: novaraptor - Jun 29, 2015 16:54:57 GMT -5
Post by novaraptor on Jun 29, 2015 16:54:57 GMT -5
It's usually abs, so if a lot of damage, you might try an ABS welder. Harbor Freight has one for $49.00. If you are joining large pieces together, there is a You tube video showing how to use paper clips and a heavyduty soldering gun to make staples, plus the use of other commercial abs staplers.. hope that helps..
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Wreck. Ouch
by: nimajneb - Jun 29, 2015 17:18:37 GMT -5
Post by nimajneb on Jun 29, 2015 17:18:37 GMT -5
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Post by keikara on Jun 29, 2015 18:33:01 GMT -5
looks to be more road rash than anything really broken, sand, throw some body filler in it, make smooth, and repaint.
edit: looking at the first photo looks like there is a circular piece broken, but not completely, I would still just throw some body filler in it and paint.
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Post by oldchopperguy on Jun 29, 2015 21:24:43 GMT -5
First, WELCOME TO THE SITE!
Sorry about the wreck, and hope you weren't hurt badly. Looks like most of your damage is cosmetic scrapes except for the broken lens. That light lens would have to be replaced to make it right and keep it waterproof. For the time being, you could use some silicone caulk to seal it, or, clear 2-part epoxy which would make it strong and keep it waterproof. Clear epoxy is also not very noticeable, and you might find you could "live" with the fix without buying a new lens...
The scrapes can indeed be sanded down and primed with "lacquer filler-primer" and sanded smooth for a great looking paint fix. If the plastics are cracked, the above ideas in other posts are all good... I've had great results using epoxy to fix most anything broken, with the fix being stronger than the original material.
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Post by nimajneb on Jun 30, 2015 6:58:21 GMT -5
Thanks guys. And yes the first pic does have a circular piece broken. I figured i could reinforce it behind it and use body filler then paint over. Just wasnt sure if it would last.
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Post by shalomdawg on Jun 30, 2015 10:00:40 GMT -5
howdy, i'll just add my reflexive owh and best wishes for feeling better soon.
lotsa miles and smiles to ya
ken
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Post by semojd on Jun 30, 2015 11:40:14 GMT -5
Ouch is right... When I got my Quantum, I started digging around for where to get parts, just in case.... I found this outfit -- I haven't done any business with them, so I don't know how they are -- but here's the link: Eagle ATV PartsClick on Scooter, then scroll down to the picture of the Quantum, then click on Body-All for a listing of all the body parts they carry. Hope this helps.... JD |
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Post by nimajneb on Jun 30, 2015 11:44:43 GMT -5
Thanks alot. Im going to try and repair it myself. If it doesnt turn out great at least i know where to get the panels.
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Post by rockynv on Jul 1, 2015 4:49:33 GMT -5
The circular indent can be reinforced from behind with epoxy and fiberglass mesh. The road rash just needs some light Bondo for surface treatment not the fiber reinforce filler. The graphics will be the harder part to match.
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Post by nimajneb on Jul 1, 2015 7:10:24 GMT -5
Yah i might try that. And if im going to paint it ill paint the whole thing.
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Post by rockynv on Jul 1, 2015 22:58:28 GMT -5
Yah i might try that. And if im going to paint it ill paint the whole thing. Clean it pristinely of any wax, grease or silicone mold release and rough up the back before applying the epoxy and fiberglass mat to ensure good adhesion. I have used this method on even the cast in mounting tabs which then held up far better than from new. Boat builders use mat and epoxy for high stress repairs even to motor mounts with excellent results. |
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