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Old Feb 26, 2010 | 09:20 AM
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In the process of changing back & forth to find a windshield of the correct height I stipped one of the threaded parts on the inner fairing. The threads are OK, but the where the metal part is held in place has become loose. I'm sure someone has encountered this problem; any hints on a fix?
 
Old Feb 26, 2010 | 11:17 AM
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I've used superglue or contact cement to glue the metal piece back into the plastic hole in the fairing. Working so far.
 
Old Feb 26, 2010 | 06:00 PM
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HD makes replacements for the brass fittings...easy install
 
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Yes, HD sells a repair insert. Click HERE for some pics and hints.
 
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