Just ordered the Pro-Model. I willpost results after I get it and do some minor repairs... Anyone using this product? Any do's and don't that the book does not tell you?

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what is it a plastic welder for the body parts? or is it like glue like to put pieces together? just curious.

 

http://www.urethanesupply.com/...E&Product_Code=ATVPRO


It welds the plastic back together.

 

Took the rear fender off of the bike and cleaned it. Plugged in the soldering iron "welder" and let it heat up to temp. Taped one side as the directions stated and melted a "V" in the other side as stated. The "V" goes down the center of the crack. Fed the "plastic welding rod" and started welding. It is very smokey. Side 1 done. Looks like crap but it stayed together. Peeled of tape and did the same on side 2. They give you a thing of SS mesh to put over the inside weld for added strength. I did this on both sides since you sill not see it. Had to use a thin screwdriver to push the mesh down into the plastic when it starts to melt. Looks like it is going to hold up just fine. The color is far from the green rod I used. I am letting it cool over night and we will see the durability tomorrow.

Overall it was simple to use, by the time I was putting the mesh in, I had the hang of it. I used this to repair a small 2 inch crack under the seat. One of the support tabs broke and was letting the left front part of the rear fender sag a little. They are saying you can weld a broken in 2 fender back together. We will see.

 

here is another one.
http://www.harborfreight.com/c...m.taf?Itemnumber=96464

 

yea i used to use one of them in(maybe not that one) in voc. center years ago on snomobile hood repair. they dont look that great when your done. maybe theyve improvemnet since the 1980's. let us know how strong it is when you use it.

 

The one from Harbor frieght requires an air compressor. The one I got is airless. Not sure what the difference is or which is better.. I will find out tonight how strong the "weld" is. And yes, it still looks as crappy as it probably did in the 80'... LOL

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Well the welder did good... The weld is strong and there is no flex in that area. I recommend it..

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