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Reattach side latches for my rooftop tent

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Ariel K.

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Rose Bay NSW 2029, Australia

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Before Wed, 23 Dec

Reattach side latches for my rooftop tent

$150

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Hi there, Looking for someone to help fix the roopftop tent on my car. One latch has completely come off and the other is about 90% off and on its last legs - Please see photos attaxched. I believe I have everything you will need as I have already done a bunnings run but can pay extra if another run is required. I spoke to someone who worked there who said it should be a reasonably simple fix. I have the spare latch which has come off to reuse if necessary. 1. Grind and Prep: Clean up the damaged fiberglass area. (You might not even need to do this if a larger handle or a different area is used to reattach handles). 2. Reinforce: Patch the holes with an epoxy resin matrix or fiberglass strand filler to rebuild the structural integrity. 3. Distribute the Load: Drill new holes and use a backing plate or wide washers on the inside of the fiberglass shell so the latch pulls against a wider surface area instead of just the brittle fiberglass. 4. Seal: Use a marine sealant (like Sikaflex 291) to make sure water cannot leak through Can drive to you if required although I am based in Rose Bay if thats easier - no worries! I have basic Makita tools - hand drill etc if required. Happy to work with you in terms of pay - looking forward to meeting you and your future help!

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