Bicycle Mechanics - repaired my sunglasses

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due ruote
02-12-09, 06:47 AM
I was bummed when I snapped the end off my Smith sliders, and had no luck with epoxy. Then I hit on the idea of shrink tubing (available at any Ace in the electrical aisle). I doubled it in the middle of the repair, which meant putting both pieces of shrink tubing on the glasses, then heating them one at a time. I think if I did it again I'd put the smaller piece on first for a cleaner look. Anyway, it seems to be holding well - maybe someone else can use this.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3315/3274419236_f685cf0cc9.jpg?v=0

HillRider
02-12-09, 07:09 AM
Good idea. Perhaps a thin piece of rigid plastic or metal could be used under the shrink tubing to act as a reinforcement and keep the frame from bending at the break.
due ruote
02-12-09, 07:18 AM
Good idea. Perhaps a thin piece of rigid plastic or metal could be used under the shrink tubing to act as a reinforcement and keep the frame from bending at the break.

It actually seems unnecessary - the repair is surprisingly rigid.

LarDasse74
02-12-09, 07:23 AM
Excellent idea!
Thanks 1,000,000!!!!
jsharr
02-12-09, 07:28 AM
Do you work at a full service gas station? If so, do not get near cans, the sniper hates cans.

http://www.qwipster.net/jerk.jpg