Re: [ST] oops!!! need some advice

[Nicolas Nowak <nnowak@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

The best method I have found for fixing broken fairing tabs is to use the 
fiberglass cloth (the woven type, not the matting) that is available in the 
paint and bodywork section of any auto parts store.  However, instead of 
the usual fiberglass resin or epoxy, I use a couple of tubes of "Super 
Glue" (you know that stuff that is great for gluing fingers together 
instantly).

First, use the glue to bond all of your pieces back together.  Then, spread 
some glue on the surfaces to be repaired, and wrap small sections of the 
fiberglass cloth around the area.  Finally, soak all of the fiberglass 
completely through with more glue.  You will definitely need a pair of 
rubber gloves since you will need to hold the entire mess together until it 
sets up.  It only takes a couple of minutes and it is very durable.  You 
can completely wrap your tab and then easily cut new holes or trim excess 
material with a knife or scissors once it all dries.  I repaired several 
tabs for a friend, and after several years and 25,000 miles they are still 
holding up.

HTH, Nick
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