fender damage

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streetfighterjeff
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fender damage

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this has probably been asked before, but how can i damage the fenders and exhaust sheilds on my torro tiger1? tried the open flame method, but it makes plastic curla nd smooth out. possibly thinking of using a hair drier to heat the plastic, but not sure if it would get hot enough. thoughts anyone?
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Re: fender damage

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Hi, I use a Black & decker hot air gun. you need to heat the fender slowly and us a tool to bend the plastic to shape. hope this helps.
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Re: fender damage

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great, cheers bud, i'll borrow my dads.
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Re: fender damage

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Not done it myself but heard heat gun and pliers, but make sure the pliers are smooth otherwise will leave the grip makes.

Also for rust or bullet holes in the exhaust sheild soldering iron with point attachment to melt through or dint.
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eastern, the tiger is going to be a shelf queen, going to run her to show off. lol but i think the brass will be a goo idea. got the KT to battle with. always wanted a big tiger to display, woo hoo now i get to spend too much pennies. :D :D
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Re: fender damage

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eastern, the tiger is going to be a shelf queen, going to run her to show off. lol but i think the brass will be a goo idea. got the KT to battle with. always wanted a big tiger to display, woo hoo now i get to spend too much pennies. :D :D
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Re: fender damage

Post by starktiger 1 »

Hi
I use my soldering iron
Hold it close to, not touching
Then use something to make a dent or bend.

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