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  • Nick M.
    Frequent User
    • January 1, 2005
    • 58

    Best way to repair Radiator Shroud

    A previous owner repaired the Radiator shroud in my 66 vert using machine screws rather than bonding.

    What would be the best procedure and materials to use to repair this to a point where it would not be noticable and structurally sound?

    Thanks

  • Russ S.
    Extremely Frequent Poster
    • April 30, 1982
    • 2162

    #2
    Re: Best way to repair Radiator Shroud

    Remove the screws, open up the seams,sand the seams to clean fiberglass, and then use a black bonding adhesive to rebond the seams together. Next step would be to grind the holes out to a concave depression and with a black or dyed black resin and fiberglass mat, glass the depressions back in. You will then need to sand the repair down. It won't be totally undetectable. The bonding adhesive that I use is AFT 7 black from Axson North America in Eaton Rapids MI phone 517-663-8191

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    • Nick M.
      Frequent User
      • January 1, 2005
      • 58

      #3
      Re: Best way to repair Radiator Shroud

      Thank you very much Russ.

      Exactly what I am looking for.

      Would there be a local source for Bonding adheasive, Auto parts store or the like?

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      • Joe L.
        Beyond Control Poster
        • February 1, 1988
        • 43221

        #4
        Re: Best way to repair Radiator Shroud

        Originally posted by Nick Mesich (43241)
        Thank you very much Russ.

        Exactly what I am looking for.

        Would there be a local source for Bonding adheasive, Auto parts store or the like?

        Nick-----


        Usually, you won't find these type of products in a "garden variety" auto parts store. You need to find a supplier that caters to the body shop industry. Often times, it will be an automotive paint store. Otherwise, there may be on-line suppliers.
        In Appreciation of John Hinckley

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        • Russ S.
          Extremely Frequent Poster
          • April 30, 1982
          • 2162

          #5
          Re: Best way to repair Radiator Shroud

          Nick, I am sure you will need to order it. That's what I do.

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