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Agricultural Repair

Large Agricultural Tank Repair

Agricultural tanks serve a variety of important purposes but are often prone to damage, often from the heavy equipment used around them. In this case, a large hole was intentionally...

Large Agricultural Tank Repair

Agricultural tanks serve a variety of important purposes but are often prone to damage, often from the heavy equipment used around them. In this case, a large hole was intentionally...
John Deere Tractor Hood Repair

Plastics used on agricultural equipment are prone to damage from various impacts, and unfortunately, replacing these parts can be costly. This polycarbonate John Deere tractor hood is a prime example,...

John Deere Tractor Hood Repair

Plastics used on agricultural equipment are prone to damage from various impacts, and unfortunately, replacing these parts can be costly. This polycarbonate John Deere tractor hood is a prime example,...
Repairing a Polyethylene Agricultural Sprayer Tank

Polyethylene spray tanks are susceptible to cracking, whether from accidental drops or exposure to freezing temperatures. The tank in this video serves as a perfect example—it was dropped and developed...

Repairing a Polyethylene Agricultural Sprayer Tank

Polyethylene spray tanks are susceptible to cracking, whether from accidental drops or exposure to freezing temperatures. The tank in this video serves as a perfect example—it was dropped and developed...

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ATV, Dirt Bike, and Watercraft Repair

Repairing a Kayak with an Airless Plastic Welder

Kayaks take a beating when going up against rough waves, rocks, and narrow passages. Weathered kayaks that are often exposed to UV rays are more prone to cracks. This video...

Repairing a Kayak with an Airless Plastic Welder

Kayaks take a beating when going up against rough waves, rocks, and narrow passages. Weathered kayaks that are often exposed to UV rays are more prone to cracks. This video...
Repairing a Sea-Doo Polytec Hull

Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) uses a hull material called "Polytec" for several of its Sea-Doo personal watercraft. Polytec is a glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene material that is much lighter than traditional...

Repairing a Sea-Doo Polytec Hull

Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) uses a hull material called "Polytec" for several of its Sea-Doo personal watercraft. Polytec is a glass fiber-reinforced polypropylene material that is much lighter than traditional...
Repairing a Bolt Hole in a Dirt Bike Fender

A bolt hole on this dirt bike fender has been torn out. Fortunately, this type of damage can be easily repaired with an airless plastic welder.

Repairing a Bolt Hole in a Dirt Bike Fender

A bolt hole on this dirt bike fender has been torn out. Fortunately, this type of damage can be easily repaired with an airless plastic welder.
Repairing a Crack in a Dirt Bike Fender

This dirt bike fender has a long crack. Fortunately, this type of damage can be repaired at home using an airless plastic welder.

Repairing a Crack in a Dirt Bike Fender

This dirt bike fender has a long crack. Fortunately, this type of damage can be repaired at home using an airless plastic welder.

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Bumper Cover Dent Removal

Remove Dents in Bumper Covers With the Bumper R...

Many plastic bumper covers are discarded due to dents and distortions, but these bumper covers can be repaired. Polyvance’s Bumper Rollers Kit makes working dents out of damaged bumper covers...

Remove Dents in Bumper Covers With the Bumper R...

Many plastic bumper covers are discarded due to dents and distortions, but these bumper covers can be repaired. Polyvance’s Bumper Rollers Kit makes working dents out of damaged bumper covers...
Removing a Dent Using Bumper Rollers and Dent D...

Many damaged bumper covers are thrown into landfills not because they’re torn, but simply because they’re dented. However, dents in plastic bumper covers can be removed with the right tools...

Removing a Dent Using Bumper Rollers and Dent D...

Many damaged bumper covers are thrown into landfills not because they’re torn, but simply because they’re dented. However, dents in plastic bumper covers can be removed with the right tools...
Removing a Corner Dent on a Bumper Cover

Dents are a common type of damage on bumper covers, but many body technicians don't know how to repair stretched or deformed plastic bumpers. This 2009 Ford Fusion rear bumper...

Removing a Corner Dent on a Bumper Cover

Dents are a common type of damage on bumper covers, but many body technicians don't know how to repair stretched or deformed plastic bumpers. This 2009 Ford Fusion rear bumper...
Removing a Dent from Blow-Molded Jeep Bumper Co...

In 2007, Jeep won an award from Plastics Technology Magazine for its innovative use of blow-molding in the production of Jeep Wrangler bumper covers, a process similar to that used...

Removing a Dent from Blow-Molded Jeep Bumper Co...

In 2007, Jeep won an award from Plastics Technology Magazine for its innovative use of blow-molding in the production of Jeep Wrangler bumper covers, a process similar to that used...

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Bumper Cover Flange Repair

Repairing a Fender Liner Flange on a Bumper Cover

Many bumper covers feature a flange inside the wheel well where the inner fender liner mounts. This flange protrudes vertically from the bumper face and often tears at the base,...

Repairing a Fender Liner Flange on a Bumper Cover

Many bumper covers feature a flange inside the wheel well where the inner fender liner mounts. This flange protrudes vertically from the bumper face and often tears at the base,...
Repairing a Torn Bolt Hole on a Bumper Cover Fl...

This video demonstrates the repair of a torn bolt hole on a bumper cover flange. We use a nitrogen plastic welder to make a fusion weld on the front and...

Repairing a Torn Bolt Hole on a Bumper Cover Fl...

This video demonstrates the repair of a torn bolt hole on a bumper cover flange. We use a nitrogen plastic welder to make a fusion weld on the front and...
Bumper Cover Mounting Flange Repair

This Chevrolet bumper cover has a damaged mounting flange. These types of flanges often rip when the bumper cover is being removed from the car, because the attachment is very...

Bumper Cover Mounting Flange Repair

This Chevrolet bumper cover has a damaged mounting flange. These types of flanges often rip when the bumper cover is being removed from the car, because the attachment is very...
Bumper Cover Fender Liner Flange Repair

Many bumper covers feature a flange along the edge where the cover snaps into a bracket on the fender. Due to the flange's thinness and its 90-degree angle to the...

Bumper Cover Fender Liner Flange Repair

Many bumper covers feature a flange along the edge where the cover snaps into a bracket on the fender. Due to the flange's thinness and its 90-degree angle to the...

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Bumper Cover Repair

Repairing a Ford Mustang Front Bumper Cover

This 2014 Ford Mustang front bumper has a few cracks around the grille opening. In this video, we’ll demonstrate how to effectively repair this type of damage using Polyvance’s nitrogen...

Repairing a Ford Mustang Front Bumper Cover

This 2014 Ford Mustang front bumper has a few cracks around the grille opening. In this video, we’ll demonstrate how to effectively repair this type of damage using Polyvance’s nitrogen...
Repairing a Long Tear on a Kia Optima Bumper Cover

This Kia Optima bumper cover was damaged in an accident, and a new replacement was not available, with no estimate for when one would be back in stock. Using Polyvance...

Repairing a Long Tear on a Kia Optima Bumper Cover

This Kia Optima bumper cover was damaged in an accident, and a new replacement was not available, with no estimate for when one would be back in stock. Using Polyvance...
Repairing and Refinishing Minor Bumper Cover Da...

Minor cosmetic damage to a bumper cover can reduce a car’s value. For instance, if a leased car with a bumper scrape is being returned, the inspector may charge a...

Repairing and Refinishing Minor Bumper Cover Da...

Minor cosmetic damage to a bumper cover can reduce a car’s value. For instance, if a leased car with a bumper scrape is being returned, the inspector may charge a...
Repairing a Tear on the Corner of a Bumper Cover

In this video, we focus on one of the most commonly damaged areas of a plastic bumper cover. The corner of a bumper cover is fairly weak and can sustain...

Repairing a Tear on the Corner of a Bumper Cover

In this video, we focus on one of the most commonly damaged areas of a plastic bumper cover. The corner of a bumper cover is fairly weak and can sustain...

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Bumper Cover Tab Repair

Repairing a Slot Tab with the Bumper Pliers Kit

The rectangular slot tabs and recessed holes commonly found on bumper covers are designed to clip into brackets on the quarter panels, securely holding the bumper in place. However, these...

Repairing a Slot Tab with the Bumper Pliers Kit

The rectangular slot tabs and recessed holes commonly found on bumper covers are designed to clip into brackets on the quarter panels, securely holding the bumper in place. However, these...
Toyota Camry Mounting Tab Repair

One of the mounting tabs on the 2016 Toyota Camry bumper cover is damaged. While the plastic is very thin, making it seem unrepairable, it can be repaired using a...

Toyota Camry Mounting Tab Repair

One of the mounting tabs on the 2016 Toyota Camry bumper cover is damaged. While the plastic is very thin, making it seem unrepairable, it can be repaired using a...
Fabricating a Hinged Bumper Cover Tab

Hinged tabs on bumper covers often break at the hinge line, causing many to discard the bumper cover. However, there is a solution to this type of damage. In this...

Fabricating a Hinged Bumper Cover Tab

Hinged tabs on bumper covers often break at the hinge line, causing many to discard the bumper cover. However, there is a solution to this type of damage. In this...
Reattaching a Hinged Bumper Cover Tab with an A...

The front bumper covers of 1999-2004 Ford Mustangs feature a metal bracket secured by three flexible hinge tabs. These tabs are thin and prone to tearing off. In this video,...

Reattaching a Hinged Bumper Cover Tab with an A...

The front bumper covers of 1999-2004 Ford Mustangs feature a metal bracket secured by three flexible hinge tabs. These tabs are thin and prone to tearing off. In this video,...

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Headlight Repair

Polishing a Headlight Lens

Most headlight lenses are made of polycarbonate, a plastic that is vulnerable to UV radiation from the sun, causing them to become yellowed or cloudy over time. Lenses are also...

Polishing a Headlight Lens

Most headlight lenses are made of polycarbonate, a plastic that is vulnerable to UV radiation from the sun, causing them to become yellowed or cloudy over time. Lenses are also...
Repairing a Smooth Headlight Tab

Front-end collisions frequently lead to broken headlight tabs, and with modern headlights incorporating advanced features like LED bulbs, movable elements, and sensors, the complexity and cost of repair have significantly...

Repairing a Smooth Headlight Tab

Front-end collisions frequently lead to broken headlight tabs, and with modern headlights incorporating advanced features like LED bulbs, movable elements, and sensors, the complexity and cost of repair have significantly...
Repairing a Headlight Tab with Gussets

This headlight has a broken tab with deep gussets on the cosmetic surface, which makes refinishing difficult. To simplify the refinishing process, we use Tab Magic Molding Putty to preserve...

Repairing a Headlight Tab with Gussets

This headlight has a broken tab with deep gussets on the cosmetic surface, which makes refinishing difficult. To simplify the refinishing process, we use Tab Magic Molding Putty to preserve...
Repairing a Headlight Tab with a Waffle Pattern

This 2017 Acura MDX headlight features tabs with complex patterns. This broken tab has deep “waffles” on the cosmetic surface, which makes refinishing difficult. To simplify the refinishing process, we'll...

Repairing a Headlight Tab with a Waffle Pattern

This 2017 Acura MDX headlight features tabs with complex patterns. This broken tab has deep “waffles” on the cosmetic surface, which makes refinishing difficult. To simplify the refinishing process, we'll...

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Miscellaneous Repairs

Repairing a Cracked Padded Dashboard

This Datsun 280Z dashboard has a large split in the vinyl, exposing the underlying urethane foam. The vinyl is puckered along the edges, requiring a wide repair. In this video,...

Repairing a Cracked Padded Dashboard

This Datsun 280Z dashboard has a large split in the vinyl, exposing the underlying urethane foam. The vinyl is puckered along the edges, requiring a wide repair. In this video,...
Restoring a Cracked Steering Wheel

Many steering wheels from the 1950s and 1960s, like this 1966 Chrysler Newport steering wheel, crack over time and develop large gaps. The plastic that was used to make these...

Restoring a Cracked Steering Wheel

Many steering wheels from the 1950s and 1960s, like this 1966 Chrysler Newport steering wheel, crack over time and develop large gaps. The plastic that was used to make these...
Repairing Cross-Linked Polyethylene

Although cross-linked polyethylene is not very common, it is sometimes used for fuel tanks, kayaks, canoes, and older ATV parts. This extremely durable plastic is difficult to repair because it...

Repairing Cross-Linked Polyethylene

Although cross-linked polyethylene is not very common, it is sometimes used for fuel tanks, kayaks, canoes, and older ATV parts. This extremely durable plastic is difficult to repair because it...
Liftgate Spoiler Repair

This polycarbonate liftgate spoiler has two broken tabs. With Polyvance’s nitrogen plastic welder and polycarbonate welding rod, a strong, durable repair can be made, restoring the part to its original...

Liftgate Spoiler Repair

This polycarbonate liftgate spoiler has two broken tabs. With Polyvance’s nitrogen plastic welder and polycarbonate welding rod, a strong, durable repair can be made, restoring the part to its original...

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Plastic Identification and Information

Welding PVC - Temperature Matters!

Polyvance nitrogen plastic welders offer precise temperature and flow control to accommodate the varying melting points of different thermoplastics. Welding at the correct temperature is crucial, as using a higher-than-recommended...

Welding PVC - Temperature Matters!

Polyvance nitrogen plastic welders offer precise temperature and flow control to accommodate the varying melting points of different thermoplastics. Welding at the correct temperature is crucial, as using a higher-than-recommended...
Performing a Weld Test

Occasionally, a plastic part may lack an identification symbol. Since matching the filler rod to the base material is essential for a quality repair, a weld test must be performed...

Performing a Weld Test

Occasionally, a plastic part may lack an identification symbol. Since matching the filler rod to the base material is essential for a quality repair, a weld test must be performed...
SkillsUSA CRT 10.0 - Nitrogen Plastic Welding P...

In 2018, nitrogen plastic welding was added as a scored component in the SkillsUSA Collision Repair Technology competition. This video demonstrates the repair of a two-inch tear to the edge...

SkillsUSA CRT 10.0 - Nitrogen Plastic Welding P...

In 2018, nitrogen plastic welding was added as a scored component in the SkillsUSA Collision Repair Technology competition. This video demonstrates the repair of a two-inch tear to the edge...
Tensile Strength Test - Nitrogen Plastic Weld v...

This video shows the results of a tensile strength test of a nitrogen plastic weld repair versus an epoxy two-part adhesive repair. Test conducted: July 24, 2015

Tensile Strength Test - Nitrogen Plastic Weld v...

This video shows the results of a tensile strength test of a nitrogen plastic weld repair versus an epoxy two-part adhesive repair. Test conducted: July 24, 2015

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PlastiFix Repair

Honda VFR750 Interceptor Fairing Repair

Sport bikes from the 80s and 90s remain popular among enthusiasts. Unfortunately, their plastic fairings are prone to damage and are nearly impossible to replace today. However, with Polyvance’s PlastiFix...

Honda VFR750 Interceptor Fairing Repair

Sport bikes from the 80s and 90s remain popular among enthusiasts. Unfortunately, their plastic fairings are prone to damage and are nearly impossible to replace today. However, with Polyvance’s PlastiFix...
Fabricating Missing Tabs on a Motorcycle Fairing

Motorcycle fairings are often discarded due to broken tabs, broken bolt holes, or missing pieces. However, the PlastiFix rigid plastic repair kit can be used to make a solid repair....

Fabricating Missing Tabs on a Motorcycle Fairing

Motorcycle fairings are often discarded due to broken tabs, broken bolt holes, or missing pieces. However, the PlastiFix rigid plastic repair kit can be used to make a solid repair....
Creating Missing Pieces on a Cracked and Broken...

Motorcycle plastics are frequently discarded due to small cracks in the fairing. However, many are unaware that the PlastiFix rigid plastic repair kit can provide a strong repair for these...

Creating Missing Pieces on a Cracked and Broken...

Motorcycle plastics are frequently discarded due to small cracks in the fairing. However, many are unaware that the PlastiFix rigid plastic repair kit can provide a strong repair for these...
Repairing a Cracked Motorcycle Fairing with Pla...

Motorcycle plastics are often discarded due to small cracks in the fairing. This video demonstrates how to repair a crack in a motorcycle fairing using Polyvance's PlastiFix rigid plastic repair...

Repairing a Cracked Motorcycle Fairing with Pla...

Motorcycle plastics are often discarded due to small cracks in the fairing. This video demonstrates how to repair a crack in a motorcycle fairing using Polyvance's PlastiFix rigid plastic repair...

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Radiator Repair

Repairing a Leaking Plastic Radiator

Many people replace their plastic radiator tanks due to small cracks or pinholes, but repairs are possible. Radiator repairs must withstand high operating temperatures and contain hot, pressurized coolant. Adhesives...

Repairing a Leaking Plastic Radiator

Many people replace their plastic radiator tanks due to small cracks or pinholes, but repairs are possible. Radiator repairs must withstand high operating temperatures and contain hot, pressurized coolant. Adhesives...
Repairing a Cracked Plastic Radiator

Many DIYers replace their plastic radiators due to small cracks and pinholes in the tanks. However, radiator tanks can be repaired using Polyvance’s airless plastic welder and nylon welding rod....

Repairing a Cracked Plastic Radiator

Many DIYers replace their plastic radiators due to small cracks and pinholes in the tanks. However, radiator tanks can be repaired using Polyvance’s airless plastic welder and nylon welding rod....
Repairing a Damaged Plastic Radiator

This Kubota tractor radiator is cracked. Radiator repairs must endure high operating temperatures and need to contain hot, pressurized coolant. Adhesives are ineffective in such conditions, as they cannot maintain...

Repairing a Damaged Plastic Radiator

This Kubota tractor radiator is cracked. Radiator repairs must endure high operating temperatures and need to contain hot, pressurized coolant. Adhesives are ineffective in such conditions, as they cannot maintain...

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Thermoset Polyurethane (PUR) Repair

Pickup Truck Flareside Plastic Side Panel Repair

Some pickup trucks have urethane side panels on the pickup bed, often referred to as "flareside" or "stepside." These panels can be expensive to replace, but if you can find...

Pickup Truck Flareside Plastic Side Panel Repair

Some pickup trucks have urethane side panels on the pickup bed, often referred to as "flareside" or "stepside." These panels can be expensive to replace, but if you can find...
Polyurethane Repair - Firebird Ground Effect

This 1979 Firebird front ground effect that has a four-inch crack and a broken tab. These older Firebird parts are made of polyurethane plastic. So for this repair, we will...

Polyurethane Repair - Firebird Ground Effect

This 1979 Firebird front ground effect that has a four-inch crack and a broken tab. These older Firebird parts are made of polyurethane plastic. So for this repair, we will...
How to Repair Thermoset Polyurethane

Thermoset polyurethane (PUR) was commonly used for domestic bumper covers in the 1980s and 1990s, but has since been largely replaced by polypropylene. However, PUR is still occasionally used. Polyurethane...

How to Repair Thermoset Polyurethane

Thermoset polyurethane (PUR) was commonly used for domestic bumper covers in the 1980s and 1990s, but has since been largely replaced by polypropylene. However, PUR is still occasionally used. Polyurethane...
Repairing Spiderweb Cracks on a Polyurethane Bu...

Although thermoset polyurethane (PUR) bumper covers are rare on late-model vehicles, there may still be instances where one needs repair. This bumper cover from a 1992 Chevrolet Camaro has developed...

Repairing Spiderweb Cracks on a Polyurethane Bu...

Although thermoset polyurethane (PUR) bumper covers are rare on late-model vehicles, there may still be instances where one needs repair. This bumper cover from a 1992 Chevrolet Camaro has developed...

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