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Old Sep 20, 2025 | 09:06 AM
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I hit a pot hole and lost a tire on my 99... In addition to the tire, my glove compartment is broken. The door flew open and the inner basket separated from the door. It looks like a simple fix, but I can't see how the door and basket attach to one another. I don't see any clips/screws/glue marks.
What am I over looking?

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OK. My mistake. Upon closer inspection it appears the unit was glued together. The backing plate is stapled to the door and the box is glued to the backing plate.
I want to know what type of glue works with this type of plastic. I have JB Weld Kwik, JB Weld Plastic Weld and Gorilla Glue. Experience has taught me that not all glue works on all plastic. What glue works here?
Horizonal lines is where it was glued.
Horizonal lines is where it was glued.
This is the door backing plate. Note horizonal lines
This is the door backing plate. Note horizonal lines
Glue I have.
Glue I have.
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JB quick will work and work fast
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Good to know and yes, not all glue works well on the plastics.
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