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Subject:Re: Instrument cluster tab repair
From:Dan N
Date:Sat, 4 Mar 2023 14:50:56 -0800

Yes... like Richard I use 2 parts JB weld (Regular or Quick) if I still
have the broken part. If not then I use the JB PlasticWeld then finish it
off with sandpaper on a Dremel and then drill the hole. If the case is
broken, it's another story.

On Sat, Mar 4, 2023 at 2:29 PM Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net>
wrote:

>  Ya know Jim, I have excellent success doing the JB Weld 2 part epoxy
> junk.  I mean, you slice off a piece.  You knead it.  You form it.  You
> apply it.  Heck, you can practically make anything you desire, for cheap!
> And that stuff is incredibly strong.  Has served me well all around
> Vanagon, at at home too.  I think it would do a great job on cluster tabs.
>
>     On Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 02:21:19 PM PST, Jim Felder <
> jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>  Anyone know where to get an instrument cluster tab repair kit that does
> NOT
> come from GoWesty? I have just spent a miserable half hour trying to
> "Restore" my account. I'd rather not spend my money to reward them for
> something everyone else seems to be able to do.
>
> If they're the only game in town, let me know and I will order by phone.
>
> Jim
>
>