.... does anybody know what glue to use to attach the small plastic Norton badge/medallion to the hole in the headlight shell?
I have tried a few glues, including contact glue, instant glue but it just falls out.
It fits into a slight recess around the hole so it is correctly located.
Any ideas?
I often...
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Thank you Ian.
I'll try this.
But I wonder how Norton did it originally.
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My PO made up a support from…
My PO made up a support from below. Alloy bar attached below speedo fixing and plastic tube to hold it in place.
I think they should have an alloy bezel of some kind.
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Originally an aluminium tube thing
The thin aluminium retainer wrapped around the badge then was inserted into the shell from inside, then formed over to retain in place. I've just carefully replaced the badge in mine and it is not easy as the ally is very thin.
Someone once told me to use the aluminium screw cap off an Idris drink bottle (remember them)
I don't suppose it would be profitable to make them now.
Paul
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... use a smear of silicone sealant for things like this. Resistant to vibration, waterproof and easily removed when required.