Can a broken part be fixed with epoxy

[NAILSNATHAN]

This is a beauty. Hadn't thought of brittleness. That could be a factor. Maybe I should go with metal frames.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

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

I tried photographing the area with the broken corner with no luck. I'll try some more.

 

[blume357]

Yep, polymers (Plastics) deteriorate. I've just looked at one of my P95s and I say try and fix it yourself with that JB Weld super duper stuff.
The P95s were my favorite semi-auto handgun for years before I switched teams to Sig's DA/SA pistols. But the reality is you are not dealing with a high end collectible handgun that will lose value with a kinky repair. I suspect Ruger's only solution would be to replace the frame and if not give you some credit on a replacement and they will not send the broken gun back to you for liability reasons.

 

[Sam Summey]

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?

As much as I find telephone trees offensive, Ruger's tree as a few questions that directs you to the responsible factory person for repair.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

lose value with a kinky repair.

I was concerned that any attempted repair on my part would discourage them from trying to fix it. No, it is not collectable, per se, except for the value I find in it. And it is not the end of the world, except I really have enjoyed it and since it performed so well for so long, I hate to give up on it. You know? Of course, I'm like that with everything. If my car performed well, I try to hold on to it, making repairs, if reasonable. My 2004 Toyota Solera for example. Still runs great.

 

[Yaworski]

Another reason to avoid plastic guns

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Another reason to avoid plastic guns

"Polymers and composites stronger than steel are increasingly used in NASCAR vehicles to enhance performance and safety"

I think that kind of common and generalized evaluation influenced me over the years to trust plastic parts for some applications. I hadn't considered how brittleness may play a role over time.

 

[eveled]

i think so, too

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.

Most of my polymer guns are modular, and the frames are almost disposable.

Things can and do go wrong with metal framed guns too.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Most of my polymer guns are modular, and the frames are almost disposable.

Things can and do go wrong with metal framed guns too.

Yup. But aren't they easier to repair? Seems like often with plastics it's tougher to do.
I think Ruger doesn't make their frames available for sale to the public in general.

 

[eveled]

I actually thought critical spots like pin holes were reinforced internally by metal.

It will be interesting how these guns age and if they will become unsafe.

 

[eveled]

Yup. But aren't they easier to repair? Seems like often with plastics it's tougher to do.
I think Ruger doesn't make their frames available for sale to the public in general.

In theory they would be, but paying a gunsmith to weld and then re harden a frame would be cost prohibitive. Ruger wouldn't repair any frame. Or sell one. So you would be in the same boat.

On modular guns I was referring too the serial number is on the fire control unit. The frame is an empty shell. Meant to be swapped as desired. To change sizes and color easily.

To be fair the only damaged polymer guns I've seen were melted or chewed by rodents or pets.

 

[larry8]

Another reason to avoid plastic guns

Pretty soon they are going to replace all revolvers with plastic.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

In theory they would be, but paying a gunsmith to weld and then re harden a frame would be cost prohibitive. Ruger wouldn't repair any frame. Or sell one. So you would be in tge same boat.

yup. good point. i think the design is lacking a bit. the size of the area that broke off perhaps should have been bigger with a little more mass. But it was my fault for not repositioning the ejector. I won't make that mistake again (for a while)

 

[blume357]

I can't actually figure out how you broke it... when I forgot to push the ejector down what happens is the slide locks and the way to fix the problem is a heavy section of bent wire up through the mag well and pull the ejector down as I recall.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I can't actually figure out how you broke it... when I forgot to push the ejector down what happens is the slide locks and the way to fix the problem is a heavy section of bent wire up through the mag well and pull the ejector down as I recall.

I tried that and got nothing. Took it to a gunsmith and he found the damaged corner. Never had even the slightest problem with it before that. And I was getting pretty good with it. At times, at 5 yards, I hit the billboard size target.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Please. Consider sending it back to Ruger. They wont be able to fix it either, but they will likely make you an offer to trade your broken pistol in on a current model.

You know, I've been a little uncertain, but after thinking about my history and all the repairs I've made over the years, and how many detonated, I'm headed for FEDEX.

 

[roylt]

I don't think you stated what it is used for. For me I would fix it with a dab of JB Weld and enjoy shooting it. If you use it for carry It would be up to you but I'd probably just get a second one. You could probably get a P-95 pretty reasonably priced.

As for plastic gun not being the deal or being turned off, no. There are literally 10s of thousands of plastic guns being used daily by police etc.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I don't think you stated what it is used for. For me I would fix it with a dab of JB Weld and enjoy shooting it. If you use it for carry It would be up to you but I'd probably just get a second one. You could probably get a P-95 pretty reasonably priced.

As for plastic gun not being the deal or being turned off, no. There are literally 10s of thousands of plastic guns being used daily by police etc.

Just for target practice.

 

[roylt]

For target. Without a doubt fix. Probably less than 5 bucks and it will run for years.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

For target. Without a doubt fix. Probably less than 5 bucks and it will run for years.

Not sure what kind fix you mean. Personally? DIY? or RUGER's gunsmith experts?

 

[roylt]

I've said it twice now. Ruger will not fix it. This is three times.

Buy some JB Weld for 5 bucks or less and fix it yourself. If you don't feel comfortable with this idea than send it back to Ruger to trade it in.

 

[Yaworski]

I've said it twice now. Ruger will not fix it. This is three times.

I would suggest that you stop saying it.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Well, as i've said, i appreciate you guys helping out. i think it's time to take up archery. or bowling

 

[The.Tumbleweed]

I colored the corner that's broken off in red. Obviously, it is a small piece. It helps to hold the ejector in place with a pin that runs through both and through the other side.

It might work once, maybe.
It will never be as structurally sound as it originally was before breaking..
My suggestion:
Buy a second, and use this one for parts.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

Thanks Tumbleweed. I got years of use out of it and things don't last 4ever. I'm going to ship it via FEDEX this week. I heard back from CS and if they can't fix it, they will pay to ship it back or make an offer I can't refuse. You know, I don't want to screw Ruger in any way. I can lose sight of that fact when I forget they are probably just doing the best that they can. And, as a side benefit, I've come to realize there are many good guys out there--like you, who are willing to help a stranger, you know? Plus, I need to be more careful in the future. This P95 felt so solid and well built, I forgot that it is also a finely tuned piece of equipment that deserves care and respect.

 

[bobski]

and what if it fails and jams up the slide?
give theframe to an upcoming smith so he can learn how fix other things on it as a guiena pig gun. sell the parts.
go get yourself a stronger design gun.
youre too young to waste time on stuff like that. go get something reliable and have fun....never having to worry about it happening again.

 

[larry8]

My suggestion:
Buy a second, and use this one for parts.

I just bought one a P95DC from my local pawn shop for $230. Like new, very few rounds thru it. When I got it I took it apart, cleaned it and oiled it. Very little carbon on the parts.

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I just bought one a P95DC from my local pawn shop for $230. Like new, very few rounds thru it. When I got it I took it apart, cleaned it and oiled it. Very little carbon on the parts.

glad to hear it!
A friend told me when a young Amish man goes to town to drink beer at the local bar during Rumspringa, a group of his Amish peers always go with him. "To protect him if the townsfolk pick on him?" "Nah. To protect the townsfolk from him if he loses his temper."

my dream gun

 

[NAILSNATHAN]

I will be more careful from now on. That's for sure. Good to hear from you.
I just read an article concentrating on guns that at one time were promising that turned out to be flops. No one was spared.

 

[DGW1949]

This is a beauty. Hadn't thought of brittleness. That could be a factor. Maybe I should go with metal frames.
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That is my take on it, and always has been...but you do as you wish.

DGW