Minor engine cover damage

So I took off the starter clutch cover on my 1981 KZ440B, it being my first time, I was overly cautious until I got too confident. What I damaged was an opening for a case bolt. Just the crest of the circle snapped off and the bolt can still do in but I've got a little chunk missing. I'm working out of a cold shed so the metal wasn't too forgiving, nor was my ignorance. What kind of epoxy can I use to fix this?

I've heard Loctite Quick Metal would work... thoughts? -Yes 'be more careful next time!'

I just got a jack for the holiday so it will go up on that so I can work on it easier.

Picture of damage?

Sadly it will have to wait until tomorrow, but I can get one.

Worse comes to worse, you could check ebay for one. Maybe post something in Wanted section for a new old cover if you want to have it right.

Here's a pic:

You can pick up a replacement on eBay for about $30. Ed

Yeah it would be tough to fix that without welding the old piece back on,Id try flee bay also

Yep those aren't too expensive on flea bay. By the way when you get one you should grab a 1000 grit and 1200 grit sandpaper and a polish kit from harbor freight and polish that bad boy.

Marklorenzo wrote: Worse comes to worse, you could check ebay for one. Maybe post something in Wanted section for a new old cover if you want to have it right.

That one is usable until you find one. Roy

If you want to try and reattach the piece while you shop for a replacement, I'd just go with a little JB Weld.

Thanks for all of the help, I'll try the epoxy while searching for a new one. I'm just concerned for the aesthetics, it bugs me!

Fixed w/ JB Weld:



The second pic's shadow makes the hole look uneven, the bolt goes in just fine and the head will cover the majority of the discoloration Thanks all!