cracked side panel 2012

[snowrider 151]

Is there any way to weld, glue or what?? I could use some advise. What is the price of one side panel from Polaris ? THANKS

 

[mountainhorse]

The side panels are made from TPO (Thermo Plastic Olefin)

A bit difficult to repair for the layperson.

A good auto body shop has the supplies and experience to fix it well.

A bit difficult to do yourself... but possible especially if you are thorough.

http://www.autobodysupply.net/articles.asp?id=135

 

[trikerider]

Check out SnoWest Swap Meet under Hoods/Windshields/Belly Pans, may find what you need.

 

[frontierfire]

Try plio grip made by valvoline made for plastic repair you can get it at automotive repair suppliers I picked up the larger size with caulk gun for some projects, but I believe you can get it is smaller self dispensing size that should go for about $30. I have not tried it on a panel yet but listed uses are for panel and bumper rear of TPO, TEO, PP, ABS and GTX i got the 3 minute work time they also make a 1 minute and 10 minute, sanding time on the 3 minute is 15 to 20 minutes and paint time is 30 minutes.

 

[Oregonsledder]

I have good luck with a product from Lords. It's their plastic fuser. I put some fine metal mess in the glue and have never had a crack re-open. The key to any plastic repair is prep. Rough up the surface to give the glue something to grip and have it clean, and you have a chance at a long time repair. You also need to drill a VERY small hole at each end of the crack, to stop it's growth. You can fill the hole with glue if you wish and it will still stop the growth.

 

[TRS]

Napa has a "flex bumper repair kit"(765-1540) it is a Balkamp product. It is made by Bondo/Mar-Hyde. Used it on Edge and D8 hoods but not on a Pro panel. Give it a try. Repairs TPO and PUR.

 

[miko700]

with those kits u buy......consider strongly buying the "backer netting" and use it on the back of the repair for a much stronger repair,