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Old Dec 21, 2024 | 11:34 AM
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So I have tried it all...super glue, cement, epoxy, and even replaced with one of the brass repair kit style...everytime I button up the fairing, the one nut just keeps spinning...windshield loose on the right corner.

Anyone have a more permanent fix before I end up just replacing the inner fairing 🤦🏻
 
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Old Dec 21, 2024 | 11:41 AM
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these are what I used.

I replaced them once and never had a problem ever again.
 
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https://a.co/d/8wzJCP6

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these are what I used.

I replaced them once and never had a problem ever again.
Tried that already...it's currently in place...just spins.
 
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is there enough plastic around it to put in a set screw?
 
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Old Dec 21, 2024 | 12:19 PM
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Try 2 part epoxy for plastic in hole then put the brass insert in. Or put the epoxy on the outer brass and screw it in.
 
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Originally Posted by dafrisco
Try 2 part epoxy for plastic in hole then put the brass insert in. Or put the epoxy on the outer brass and screw it in.
Tried this with the original insert - never held
 
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Originally Posted by Taxgod4u
is there enough plastic around it to put in a set screw?
Yes...currently has the replacement insert inside
 
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fill the hole with jb weld then put the insert in.
 
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Originally Posted by memphisharley
fill the hole with jb weld then put the insert in.
Yeah that was my next move. Try to find some strong commercial grade stuff and refill the hole, let it set, and then drill a small hole and set the brass insert...hopefully that works...otherwise it's a new inner fairing.
 
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Old Dec 22, 2024 | 11:39 AM
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I put a couple in with JB Weld a few years ago and they are holding great.
 
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