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05-03-2021, 01:26 PM | #1 |
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Cracked Riffe speargun repair ideas?
Hi guys,
First time poster here. Just wanted to introduce myself and see if anyone had any suggestions on how I could repair my cracked or chipped speargun. My name is Jason I’m from the Southbay area and fish H&L and dive. My gun was recently damaged not sure how but chipped in a strange place and I’m not sure what would be the best way to go about repairing it. I like the gun and don’t want to buy another unless it served a different purpose. It’s Riffe Paduk 3xs. Any input or ideas are greatly appreciated. Thank you |
05-03-2021, 01:53 PM | #2 |
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Re: Cracked Riffe speargun repair ideas?
You could put a drop of polyester or Epoxy resin between those two pieces, and clamp them back together.
Or just sand it to a smoother finish. I'd say its' only cosmetic, and wont affect the function of the gun, either way. |
05-03-2021, 02:38 PM | #3 |
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Re: Cracked Riffe speargun repair ideas?
Get some G-Flex Epoxy. IT comes in small bottles. It's very useful to have around.
take off that line guide. mix up a little G-Flex. either clamp or take some electric tap and tightly wind around the part. Next day, remove clamp or tape. (don't clamp super tight just need a little force) and sand flush with 220 then 320. Done.
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05-03-2021, 02:39 PM | #4 |
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Re: Cracked Riffe speargun repair ideas?
Thank you for the info.
If it’s only cosmetic then I’m less worried about it. I think I’ll give the epoxy or resin method a try just in case |
05-03-2021, 02:51 PM | #5 |
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Re: Cracked Riffe speargun repair ideas?
Or, if you are anywhere close to San Clemente, you could take it to Riffe and have them fix it. They might even warranty it as well.
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05-22-2021, 10:55 PM | #6 |
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Re: Cracked Riffe speargun repair ideas?
I'd take it to Riffe. I had an excellent experience with them repairing something for me, free of charge
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