Can a broken part be fixed with epoxy

[NAILSNATHAN]

Give it a try it won't hurt and I like the idea of trying the JB Weld stuff... I just fixed a knife handle with some of that.
I will have to say after the repair I would not trust my life to the gun until after a few hundred rounds and then only as a last resort.
You know you can still buy used P95s... they are out there all over the place? Nothing wrong with having several.
These are mine and this is after letting a couple go to different homes:

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P95s are in the arch... two lower pistols are 89s.

You know, i think you are right. I'm gonna get another one. I'll do the best I can with this one and in the meantime, I will get another one. That feels right, you know? Thanks

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I picked up a Browning pistol that had the part (#44 in above picture) that elongated the hole that it was in, and somebody put epoxy in to attempt to secure it, but that didn't work too well as it became loose again. I picked up some industrial liquid aluminum, and after getting out all the epoxy I secured the pin with that stuff. It is hard as a rock and cannot be filed down either. It worked perfectly and never came loose again.

Get Out! That is great news! I appreciate that. Maybe that will be the answer! How cool would that be? And, there are still other recommendations to try. Thanks man. Appreciate it. Appreciate all you guys. Really.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

You can try printing the part with a 3D printer if you can keep the :ghost gun police away.

I'd have to rent or borrow one. I guess. I like the idea but don't know much about 3D printing, except the printer/software would be too expensive for me. I guess some libraries allow the use of them, but then the ghosters might nab me? Interesting idea.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I use Gorilla brand 5-minute epoxy to assemble golf clubs and have had one failure that was my fault. Still don't think I would use it to fix a gun.

Interesting idea. Thanks

 

[Cotton McKnight]

something like this? "J-B Weld Pro-Series Structural Plastic Bonder Adhesive #52039 is a is a quick-setting, two-part, urethane adhesive system that provides strong and lasting repairs and works on thermoset, carbon fiber composites, thermoplastics, coated metals, concrete & more. Plastic Bonder has a 1:1 mixing ratio, sets in 15 minutes, can be sanded, painted, drilled and tapped after it cures in 90 minutes. With a tensile strength of 3370 PSI, Plastic Bonder sets to a black color and cures to a hard, permanent bond."

J-B Weld makes quite a few different formulations for various tasks. While the structural adhesive looks good, J-B Weld makes others that have higher tensile strengths of 5020 PSI and can withstand high temperatures. As others have stated, prepping the area correctly will help with success. Good luck with it and let us know how it turns out.

 

[Byron Bay]

Well call me cautious but with a pistol a controlled explosion is basically occurring in front of your face .
I would not be trying it

 

[Sam Summey]

There is a JB Weld product for plastic fuel tanks. I'd try that with some aluminum filings mixed in. If you don't try you fail. By trying, there is a possibility you will succeed.

 

[roylt]

So if you call Ruger they will say send it in. Once there they will say it is broken and needs replaced. They will offer you a current model 9mm semi-auto pistol as a replacement. Or at least this is what happened to my P97. I paid extra to have them send me a 1911 at that time.

As for your repair. I vote for JB weld also. the part that broke is just a pivot point but does see a bit of force when the case is ejected. Worst case your fix doesn't hold but it shouldn't bother. What I mean is you shouldn't get hurt if it fails during firing.

Just my 2 cent but you need to feel safe in the repair of course.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Might be worth a call to the mothership, see what they have to say (y)

Just got off the phone with them. Will use the postage label they emailed. $77.

 

[eveled]

You probably won’t get it back.

 

[blume357]

yep, I'd be cautious of sending it in.... they might just keep it and give you a discount on one of their new striker fired Glock copies.. (spit...!!!). So for sure ask them what they plan to do if they say they can't fix it or replace the frame/grip.

I really like your idea at the top of this page... it sounds like it might work.... can't quite figure out how you are going to blow yourself up with this fix regardless of whether it works or not. But then having actually blown myself up more than once........

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

You probably won't get it back.

That's always good to know! Have others had bad experiences with Ruger in this regard?

 

[Bad Barlow]

That's always good to know! Have others had bad experiences with Ruger in this regard?

Is this what you need??

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Is this what you need??

The part of the frame which holds the ejector in place broke loose. I can send the gun to Ruger for their evaluation and repair, if they think they can. A couple guys said I won't get it back.

 

[Bad Barlow]

The part of the frame which holds the ejector in place broke loose. I can send the gun to Ruger for their evaluation and repair, if they think they can. A couple guys said I won't get it back.

I returned a single six once (that I had ruined) and they couldn't fix it...so they offered to replace it with ANY revolver of my choice. I choose a super Blackhawk Hunter with scope rings.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I returned a single six once (that I had ruined) and they couldn't fix it...so they offered to replace it with ANY revolver of my choice. I choose a super Blackhawk Hunter with scope rings.

Others say beware. I've read they are an unusually honorable company, and some say just the opposite.

 

[s4s4u]

Others say beware. I've read they are an unusually honorable company, and some say just the opposite.

They will usually offer you a reasonable replacement or credit toward a newer model if they cannot repair it. P95's are plentiful on the pre-owned market, if you are attached to the platform. I like the P-guns, but there may be "better" options available from them.

 

[hittman]

Why not call Ruger and ask which allows you to find out for yourself?

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Why not call Ruger and ask which allows you to find out for yourself?

Great idea. Any idea who at Ruger I should ask? I'll call right away. Just not sure who to talk to or ask for?

 

[hittman]

I think the new polymer handguns are made in Prescott …. If so, maybe there? Otherwise ask for a gunsmith / service person ….. nothing against office workers but ….. the fix ain’t in their lane.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I think the new polymer handguns are made in Prescott …. If so, maybe there? Otherwise ask for a gunsmith / service person ….. nothing against office workers but ….. the fix ain't in their lane.

Yes. It was made there. Thanks. I asked because I figured I would speak to office workers first and they wouldn't know for sure or be in a position to answer with authority. I'll ask for a gunsmith or a service person. Appreciate that advice. And for responding so quickly.

 

[s4s4u]

I have always had good communication with them via email. I did return an LCP that wouldn't cycle correctly, my one and only issue with a Ruger, and we did the whole thing via email and it was quick and easy. My time is actually money since I am self employed and email or text works best for me. They will forward to the correct recipient.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

You know what my biggest challenge is right now? I have to send the gun to Prescott Az using FEDEX. I must send it through a "staffed FEDEX Center" which I can't find. FEDEX relies on virtual customer service. Couldn't ask about that. I'll find a way.
Thanks for your thoughts. It's harder to comply with FEDEX than anything RUGER wants!

You know, I appreciate you guys taking the time and making the effort to help. Means a lot to me.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Yes. It was made there. Thanks. I asked because I figured I would speak to office workers first and they wouldn't know for sure or be in a position to answer with authority. I'll ask for a gunsmith or a service person. Appreciate that advice. And for responding so quickly.

Spoke to customer service. RUGER will do their best to repair it and if they can't, most likely they will offer me a significant discount on another gun.

 

[peachhead]

I don't think you have anything to lose at this point. Best case scenario, fixed. Worst case scenario, you get a good discount on something new, then you go out find another p95. Win win.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I don't think you have anything to lose at this point. Best case scenario, fixed. Worst case scenario, you get a good discount on something new, then you go out find another p95. Win win.

i think so, too

 

[roylt]

They won't fix a plastic frame. If you sent it, it will be gone.

I said that on my original post. My P97 was broke.

 

[s4s4u]

You know what my biggest challenge is right now? I have to send the gun to Prescott Az using FEDEX. I must send it through a "staffed FEDEX Center" which I can't find. FEDEX relies on virtual customer service. Couldn't ask about that. I'll find a way.
Thanks for your thoughts. It's harder to comply with FEDEX than anything RUGER wants!

You know, I appreciate you guys taking the time and making the effort to help. Means a lot to me.

If you go to the FedEx website you can create an account and then can request a carrier to pick up. It used to cost me about $4 per package, before I switched to UPS. Dude will come to your door and say thank you and good bye

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Have any of you guys gotten turned off to polymer framed guns due to the problems trying to repair them? It is a shame. This baby was so perfect for years and now it's seemingly practically worthless because of a one eighth inch square cube.

 

[hittman]

I’ve not but wonder now if the materials used to make some guns gets brittle over a few decades.