Can you replace the top of a Thule cargo box?
Can you replace the top of a Thule cargo box?
Thule does not sell replacement cargo carrier tops or bottoms. You can attempt to repair a crack or break in a cargo carrier using an epoxy or ABS patch kit.
Can you paint a Thule box?
I painted an old Thule box I had to cover up a crack repair, I also used the Krylon plastic spray paint and it has held up well.
What are Thule cargo boxes made of?
Made of high-quality ABS material, these cargo boxes are built to protect your gear and last.
How do you get scratches out of Thule?
If the scratches are deep, maybe a fine file to smooth first, then 400 grit, then polishing compound. Then shine up with McGuiar’s. If the scratches are too deep you may weaken the plastic so you may just want to fill the scratches, maybe with ABS cement. Then smooth.
Are Thule boxes waterproof?
The box is not water proof or water tight, but as long as it is closed all the way, rain will not fill the box. We always recommend our customers in rainy areas throw their luggage or cargo in a plastic bag so if any moisture does get in, the cargo will not soak it up.
How to repair a Thule roof carrier?
Repair a Thule Rooftop Carrier 1 Products 2 Repair the Damage. If you are starting with a hole, start by adhering some strong, thick plastic over it using epoxy. 3 Fill in the Gaps. It still looked pretty rough and uneven, in spite of careful sanding down. 4 Spraypaint. 5 Recap.
How do you repair a broken plastic window frame?
According the the package directions, mix the plastic repair kit and mold them into the depression covering the plastic cut out and along any cracks. Make sure to cover the damage completely. Once dry, sand down the area to make a smooth surface. I started with the plastic fibreglass repair which is very easy to use.
What is the best way to repair a hole in plastic?
The products I used included: Plastic Fibreglass repair or Waterweld adhesive (I used both – but they are similar products); Spraypaint. If you are starting with a hole, start by adhering some strong, thick plastic over it using epoxy.
