I checked the fairing brackets to be sure they were alright, when I went to reassemble the fairing and torque the 7 screws (20 inch pounds)one of them (Windshield right side) will not tighten all the way the screw spins, I think the brass insert is spinning in the inner fairing. Is there a fix?maybe an epoxy?

Thanks
Rick

 

I think I found an answer after doing a search...

Go to your'e dealer and get part #16585-96 fairing insert. These thread in instead of push in. When you get one you will notice there is a slot in one end. Don't try winding it in with a screwdriver as you will snap the end off. The end with the slot is for starting in the fairing, then use one of your'e fairing screws with a nut on it for a spacer so you don't bottom it on the inner fairing when you wind it in. This is a simple, excellent repair and is what should have been installed right from the factory

 

Good advise to use the screw, I tried to install one last year with the slot and a screw driver and I also broke off the ears. I ended up using some garilla glue on the original insert. It worked out fine. good luck!

 

Tap the hole first. Then thread the insert with the screwdriver. That is how it is done..........

 

Did you have to drill the hole out at all? what sze tap did you use