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cmblockhus        POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Citrus Heights CA. |
posted 07-04-2002 12:02 AM
    
A long while back there was a lot of post about putting silecone on the back side of the tabs on the wheel caps (I think) can anyone help with this and will it work to help the brakage problem of the tabs? Happy Prowlin ------------------ |
butchcee POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Lake Ariel, Pa. |
posted 07-04-2002 12:10 AM
Curtis, I used silicone on the back of my broken cap fingers after re~glueing with cyanoacrylate. A bead along the inside worked for me. I havn't had them off in a year so I dont know how many others are broken. I think others used hot glue from a glue gun. I prefer the silicone because it wont be affected by heat, but will have to cure overnight. Here's tthe link: http://www.prowleronline.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/003680.html This message has been edited by butchcee on 07-04-2002 at 12:12 AM |
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cmblockhus POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Citrus Heights CA. |
posted 07-04-2002 12:15 AM
I kinda thought after looking at them that a glob between the tab and the pin would act like a coushin so that they couldnt bend back far enough to brake. of the four new I got today two had been broken befor I picked them up at the dealer, but only need to replace two at the moment thanks Butchee Happy Prowlin |
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cmblockhus POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Citrus Heights CA. |
posted 07-04-2002 08:44 AM
Thanks to Butchee and AC I now the fix, Gonna try it today. Would not want this to get around but a certain guy didnt send a bill for his stamp of approval, maybe its because today is the 4th of July, Happy and safe 4th to all curtis |
Stray Cat       POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Dayton, Ohio, USA |
posted 07-04-2002 09:10 AM
It was hot Glue done with a Glue Gun...... JOhn |
ALLEY CAT       POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:mesa, az, USA |
posted 07-04-2002 10:25 AM
Curtis - those were one-time, free emails I sent you!!  The MAD MAX HOT GLUE system makes them nearly impossible to destroy or break! Don't ever let MadMax know you used his treatment, as he now is charging $5 per cap for its' use Glad to have helped. |
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cmblockhus POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Citrus Heights CA. |
posted 07-04-2002 06:55 PM
thanks AC, we will just call it a trade off for the flame tip, hehehe Hope that dont ruin your rep. Happy Prowlin ------------------ |
ProwlerOrange2001 Prowler Junkie From:Dover, NH, USA |
posted 07-05-2002 05:50 PM
Has anyone had problems with this treatment. It seemed to work well, but earlier this week I lost three of my center caps. It was about 96-98 degrees and all the glue got loose. Luckly they only fell off in a buddy's driveway. |
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no soul Prowler Newbie From:sumrall,ms. usa |
posted 07-06-2002 10:36 PM
I use a 2 part epoxy on my caps and never had a problem. |
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ALLEY CAT POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:mesa, az, USA |
posted 07-07-2002 02:17 AM
PO2001 - its 110 degrees everyday in Arizona, and all of us here that have used the MADMAX Hot Glue Treatment have NOT had any problems. You have to let the glue cure for a day or so after putting on,,,,,,,,and build the glue on both sides of the tabs and up the tab support shaft. |
jmcant1 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:DFW |
posted 07-07-2002 11:35 AM
I'm confused. Are you gluing them together before or after they break? Need help, pics, etc. Thanks! Mike |
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ALLEY CAT POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:mesa, az, USA |
posted 07-07-2002 12:03 PM
Mike - before they break! Check out the enclosed link, and scroll down the thread to see Curt Stall's pictures: http://www.prowleronline.com/ubb/Forum2/HTML/000206.html |
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butchcee POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Lake Ariel, Pa. |
posted 07-07-2002 03:20 PM
Mike, I repaired mine AFTER they broke. Again, I used the silicone for reinforcement after gluing with an industrial Crazy Glue. Hot glue does not need curing as all you're doing is melting the stick, and then it air cools. There are different melting points for different sticks. On the site I saw, they ranged from 120-255 deg. As these caps are becoming rare, I'd use the best possible stuff to strengthen up the tabs. JMO |
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jmcant1 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:DFW |
posted 07-07-2002 09:52 PM
Thanks guys. Still not happy but now in search of glue gun and replacement caps... Mike |
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jmcant1 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:DFW |
posted 07-08-2002 10:54 AM
One more question... how do you apply the silicone? Is it in a toothpaste like tube, or in a caulking gun type tube? Thanks. Mike |
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butchcee POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Lake Ariel, Pa. |
posted 07-08-2002 11:33 AM
Mike, I used the small tube. A new tube should be enough to do all 4 caps with a heavy bead on the back of all the tabs. i think I roughed up the surface for a better bond-long time ago. |
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