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07-29-2012, 11:53 PM
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Black Magic
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A Plastic Glue
I purchased some tank protectors from Touratech so my seat bag straps won't mark the edges of the tank panels.
http://www.touratech-usa.com/Store/2...GS-F650GS-Twin They came with a tube of glue which looked and smelt like silicone sealant. But when I used it as recommended the tank protectors just slid straight off. I put them back in place and held them with tape for 24 hours but I could still easily remove them, so I gave up with that idea. Any suggestions for a suitable glue which won't eat plastic? Also it has to be able to fill the void between the tank protectors and the body panel, as the aren't a snug fit.
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07-30-2012, 03:53 AM
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Studly Adventurer
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I would use black RTV but it will take a while to dry. You could still remove it but not easily. You could also use the 3m adhesive tape they put auto trim on with. Its not really tape but a double sided rubber like substance with peel and stick on both sides. Its about 1/16" thick. If I used the tape I would run a bead of RTV around the gaurd where it meets the paint. I wouldn't want dirt and grit to get between the gaurd and the paint. GH
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07-30-2012, 04:03 AM
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Beastly Adventurer
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Location: Athens, Greece
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Typical touratech gadgetry ripoff.
Of course now you have bought it, but you could also have used several layers of vinil wrap. |
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07-30-2012, 05:06 PM
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Black Magic
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Thanks GH41
I'll try Silastic 732 RTV or Selleys 401, both come in clear. It may have been what Touratech had anyway and I didn't allow enough curing time.
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08-01-2012, 12:44 AM
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Black Magic
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Well it worked a treat - Silastic 732 clear.
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08-01-2012, 04:29 AM
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But the will just tell you it's BMW's fault so never mind.
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