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Plastic welding...

So i decided to paint my grille and in the process of taking it off I forgot about a clip and broke the piece of the bumper right under the pass. headlight. The crack did't flake at all and is a perfect fit. How or can I fix this? Any help is appreciated as always..



 
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I did the exact same thing i used Super glue and Fastweld and some touch up paint, and i did it outside when it was like 20 degrees lol
 
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Super glue
 
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Thanks for the info guys!!!
 
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JB Weld?
 
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Been there-hell of way to start a project, sucks.
If its rigid plastic-super glue?. Though theres all kinds of plastic cements. Id also glue or epoxy a piece behind after is dried. If its somthing that flexes someone with more smarts than me hopefully will have a suggestion. They do make a plastic welders-dont know if it be cheaper to pick up a used replacement-
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Be different.



http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=41592

Let us know how the China Tool Palace welder works.
 
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Some 2 part epoxy should work.
Not that dissimilar from JB weld, but it'll set up in about 10 min.
Put an ample amount on each surface. I usually scuff up the back side with sandpaper and apply a good amount across the break/split to give a little extra support.
 
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I use my plastic welder. (WOOD BURNER)
 
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isnt that part of the headlight mount panel? isnt it just made of fiberglass?

glass it fromt he back.
 
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