Paid Up Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 I have a 2005 Pathfinder and the center main lid on the front has cracked on both sides at the screws - like totally broke loose. I am pretty handy but have never used fiberglass, is this an easy job to repair for a do it yourself? I have no clue but has anyone had to replace a lid from a 2005 22v? Thanks Todd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 My port side locker lid cracked at a hinge attachment. After checking with all the local marine repair shops I took it to a body / glass shop that several recommended. That started out as a "sure, no problem, easy peasy" deal, and ended up as a "you know, we're not really sure WHAT that is" deal. They got it back together anyway. I'm not sure even they know how they did it. Unless you can fit some type of aluminum or stainless backing plate where it's broken, I would take it to a professional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEM Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 If you want a professional result, then you need to have a pro do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCalChilio Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 I have fixed these hatches before.....One fix is to add an aluminum backer "before" the fiberglass breaks. The other options is to fix the broken fiberglass and then add the backer like pictured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhinshoreangler Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 The hatches are made out of a composite material but can be repaired by a good glass guy. I had the same damage in SoCal's second photo repaired several years ago and it has held up great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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