X5 gimbal cover required

[Mikemal]

HI all

I removed my X5 camera to do some cleaning and I noticed that the plastic gimbal cover had become detached. I have no idea what would cause the three screw covers to have broken, leaving the cover free. I can only surmise that the screws were over-torqued during construction (it's a fairly new machine). I've asked the retailer whether they would be able to provide another cover under warranty, but they say that the whole camera would have to go in for a warranty claim.

I really can't afford to have the camera away for a long period, so was rather hoping I might be able to source one from the group. Does someone have a broken X5 that they might be able to cannibalise the cover off? I'll attach a couple of pics.

Thanks

Mike

 

[ed.matthews4]

You could remove the broken mount pieces and Super Glue them back on, then gently re torque the screws. It might be a temp fix till a proper replacement part comes available

 

[Mikemal]

You could remove the broken mount pieces and Super Glue them back on, then gently re torque the screws. It might be a temp fix till a proper replacement part comes available

Good idea, Ed. I'll give that a try. As you say, a temp fix, and I'll also tape it up tight.

 

[AeroMirage]

Hmm.. maybe lock-tite destroyed the plastic?

 

[Mikemal]

Hmm.. maybe lock-tite destroyed the plastic?

Could be. Surely the factory production line would not use the wrong stuff? Weird. I wonder if anyone else has had the same, or if this is a one-off?