cork grip has a crack/split in it, how do I repair it?

[Chamelion]

Hi there,

My 1-3kg T curve has a split about 3" long on the forgrip. It is not along the join of two cork rings, but closer to the middle of one.

I have no idea on what glue to use or how to keep it clamped together whilst the glue dries.

Suggestions gratefully appreciated.

Thank you,

Matt.

[randell]

hi Matt,
I'd fill it with silicon glue and then wind stiky tape around to keep it together.
I did this with a black pistol grip rod.
randell

[sleepygreg]

Matt - any chance of putting a pic of the split in the post - give us a better idea of how to fix it. It should be easy to fix - just need to know what method to advise.

Greg

[tunaticer]

I usually use superglue via a hypodermic needle to put the glue down deep then use glad wrap with cooking spray on ut to squeeze the grip closed for a minute or so then just wash off the cooking spray. Secret is to get the glue deep and not on the surface. If you do get glue on the surface a light sand with wet and dry paper will remove it leaving a hairline of glue where the split was.

[Horse]

I would be using epoxy glue. Wind electrical tape around the grip very tightly and leave it for a couple of hours. A bit of maskin of the are can save a lot of cleaning afterwards.
With a T-Curve I would be taking it back to your dealer and letting them have a look at it

[Chamelion]

Hmm thanks all.. food for thought.

I bought the rod second hand.. I'll contact the previous owner and see if he has the receipt. That said, it very well could have been purchased overseas.