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This is an option for putting the tank plastics back together, given that they were separated for say painting or other process.
;Tools
:[[File:zeroTankRepair_01.jpg|none|300px|Tools]]
# towel/soft working surface
# tape measure
# screwdriver/awl/something to poke 1/4" holes
# scissors
# cutting blade
# double-sided tape (recommend Scotch Outdoor Mounting Tape, 1" wide)
;Steps
# Clean up the plastic rivet heads so they'll smoothly interface with the plastic clamshells again.
#: Do a dry fit-check before proceeding.
# Clean the plastics thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol or soap/water.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_02.jpg|none|300px|cleaned]]
# Place the tape along the ridge on the plastic.
#: Cut approximately 1/2" x 24" of the double sided tape.
#: The Scotch stuff referenced is 1" wide; further cut the strip lengthwise to get two 1/2" strips.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_03.jpg|none|300px|Tape laid out]]
#: Trim near the left-most lip so it follows the ridge and make a relief cut near the right-hand-side so it'll make the sharp turn.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_04.jpg|none|300px|Trimmed]]
# Poke or cut holes where the rivet heads used to go.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_05.jpg|none|300px|Holes for the rivet heads]]
# Remove the tape liner, and firmly press the plastic and center section together for about 30 seconds each side.
#: Due to the thickness of the Scotch tape there is a ~1/8" gap between the plastic and center section, but it's very consistent and rigid.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_06.jpg|none|300px|The gap near the front of the tank]]
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_07.jpg|none|300px|This is near the backside of the tank. Same size gap, but still very consistent.]]
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;References
: [https://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=9404 Repair Guide: Tank Plastic Clamshell Repair] on EMF.
[[Category:Procedure]]
[[Category:Repair]]
This is an option for putting the tank plastics back together, given that they were separated for say painting or other process.
;Tools
:[[File:zeroTankRepair_01.jpg|none|300px|Tools]]
# towel/soft working surface
# tape measure
# screwdriver/awl/something to poke 1/4" holes
# scissors
# cutting blade
# double-sided tape (recommend Scotch Outdoor Mounting Tape, 1" wide)
;Steps
# Clean up the plastic rivet heads so they'll smoothly interface with the plastic clamshells again.
#: Do a dry fit-check before proceeding.
# Clean the plastics thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol or soap/water.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_02.jpg|none|300px|cleaned]]
# Place the tape along the ridge on the plastic.
#: Cut approximately 1/2" x 24" of the double sided tape.
#: The Scotch stuff referenced is 1" wide; further cut the strip lengthwise to get two 1/2" strips.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_03.jpg|none|300px|Tape laid out]]
#: Trim near the left-most lip so it follows the ridge and make a relief cut near the right-hand-side so it'll make the sharp turn.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_04.jpg|none|300px|Trimmed]]
# Poke or cut holes where the rivet heads used to go.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_05.jpg|none|300px|Holes for the rivet heads]]
# Remove the tape liner, and firmly press the plastic and center section together for about 30 seconds each side.
#: Due to the thickness of the Scotch tape there is a ~1/8" gap between the plastic and center section, but it's very consistent and rigid.
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_06.jpg|none|300px|The gap near the front of the tank]]
#: [[File:zeroTankRepair_07.jpg|none|300px|This is near the backside of the tank. Same size gap, but still very consistent.]]
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;References
: [https://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=9404 Repair Guide: Tank Plastic Clamshell Repair] on EMF.
[[Category:Procedure]]
[[Category:Repair]]