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also you can run some bolts thru it for extra support after the epoxy cures.
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I used the same stuff I put on the hull to fix the crack. You can do this if it cracks or before like I did.
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Not quite clear on what is going on here. Can you add some explanation of what you are doing to fix your handle bars here?
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First I ground down the raised up fins then cut a piece of aluminum sheet metal I got from Home Depot for 8 bucks and formed it to fit the contour of the bars. Next I roughed up both surfaces with 40 grit so the epoxy would attach better. Then I laid the epoxy down about 1/8 thick. Last I put the aluminum piece in and put as many clamps on it as I could. Now let it cure for 24 hours and you can run bolts thru if you would like.
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So you did this before cracking ? I dont see where its cracked in the photo above?
So once again this is a non event for Sea Doo and nothing is wrong?
Might have to look in to this. Hey Hill what did you use to cut the metal?

This serves as a good brace and support that the handle bars are missing. I'd hate for anything to happen after seeing this. You should make a diy video on this.
So you did this before cracking ? I dont see where its cracked in the photo above?
Yeah I did this before it cracked. I didn't want to end up with a split chin like I saw another guy get on here. And I like finding cheap helpful fixes.
Might have to look in to this. Hey Hill what did you use to cut the metal?

This serves as a good brace and support that the handle bars are missing. I'd hate for anything to happen after seeing this. You should make a diy video on this.
I cut the metal with tin snips then used 40 grit to round the edges and small ball pean hammer to form shape.
Are you able to put the cap back on?
How do you know that the ridges that you ground down don't serve a structural purpose? The are not visible under the cap so there must be a reason they are there.
Might have to look in to this. Hey Hill what did you use to cut the metal?

This serves as a good brace and support that the handle bars are missing. I'd hate for anything to happen after seeing this. You should make a diy video on this.
I'm not big on making videos but I will answer any questions yall have about it.
Are you able to put the cap back on?
How do you know that the ridges that you ground down don't serve a structural purpose? The are not visible under the cap so there must be a reason they are there.
Yes you can put the cap back on. And yes they do serve a purpose but the metal and the epoxy together are much stronger in my opinion.
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You can also put another layer of epoxy over the metal for extra strength.
Would anyone be interested in trying one of these out I made 1 extra. All you would have to pay is shipping. I'm thinking of coming up with a complete kit if there is a demand. Tell me what yall think. And what would be a reasonable price? View attachment 1602

Yes would love to try this out. I hope mine wouldn't crack but would be nice to test it out and I kind of like the way it looks more then the simple plastic cover.
Would anyone be interested in trying one of these out I made 1 extra. All you would have to pay is shipping. I'm thinking of coming up with a complete kit if there is a demand. Tell me what yall think. And what would be a reasonable price? View attachment 1602

There is a guy on a different thread that could really use one tho. He cracked his as well. Could be a good idea to come out with a couple sets of these.
Yes would love to try this out. I hope mine wouldn't crack but would be nice to test it out and I kind of like the way it looks more then the simple plastic cover.
It's made so you can put your cover back on so it looks stock.
It's made so you can put your cover back on so it looks stock.

Yes. How much dose it weigh? Did you take your ski out for a ride yet?
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