Polyvance KENW900R Hood Guide Bracket Repair Kit for Kenworth W900 Round Hood Pockets
- The Polyvance KENW900R Hood Guide Bracket Repair Kit restores cracked or broken hood guide pockets on Kenworth W900 hoods equipped with round pocket designs. It replaces the failed OEM brackets with cast aluminum components, reinforced with steel plates, and bonded with structural adhesive to deliver a repair stronger than the original hood pockets.
- Features:
- Driver and passenger side cast aluminum guide bracket castings designed for Kenworth W900 round pocket hoods.
- Steel reinforcement plates distribute load across a larger surface area, reducing stress and preventing repeat failures.
- Two cartridges of 2510 PlastiFix structural adhesive and mixer tips provide a high-strength bond to Metton/plastic hood material.
- Complete hardware set included: rivets, bolts, nuts, washers, and screws for installation.
- Cost-effective repair solution that prevents the need for full hood replacement.
- Includes:
- Driver side aluminum guide bracket casting
- Passenger side aluminum guide bracket casting
- Two steel reinforcement plates
- Two cartridges of 2510 PlastiFix adhesive
- Two adhesive mixer tips
- Installation hardware set:
- 3/16 inch aluminum rivets
- Bolts sized for bracket-to-plate attachment
- Lock nuts
- Flat washers
- Sheet metal screws
- Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Polyvance
- Part Number: KENW900R
- Material / Finish: Cast aluminum bracket components; steel reinforcement plates; corrosion-resistant hardware
- Adhesive Type: 2510 PlastiFix methacrylate adhesive (two 50 mL cartridges)
- Fasteners: Rivets, bolts, lock nuts, flat washers, and screws
- System Compatibility / Application: Designed for Kenworth W900 hoods with round hood guide pockets; replaces and reinforces OEM guide bracket assemblies
- Performance: Repair is stronger than OEM pocket design due to use of cast aluminum and reinforcement plates
- Installation Requirements: Drill with 5/16 inch, 3/16 inch, and 1/8 inch bits; rivet gun; adhesive applicator gun; abrasive prep with 60–80 grit sandpaper or discs; cleaning solvent recommended
- Curing Time: Minimum 4 hours before reinstallation of hood components; full cure in 24 hours
- Quantity: One complete kit including both bracket castings, reinforcement plates, adhesives, mixer tips, and hardware
- The Polyvance Hood Guide Bracket Repair Kit can also be referred to as Kenworth W900 Round Pocket Hood Repair Kit, KENW900R Hood Guide Kit, W900 Round Hood Pocket Reinforcement Kit, and Polyvance W900 Hood Bracket Repair Kit.
Polyvance manufactures specialized repair kits for heavy-duty truck hoods. The KENW900R kit reinforces the round hood guide pockets on Kenworth W900 models with cast aluminum brackets, steel plates, and high-strength adhesive, delivering a repair that outperforms the original OEM design.
Q: How do I know if my W900 requires the round pocket kit?
A: If the hood guide pocket shape is curved and circular, your hood requires the round version (KENW900R). If the pocket is square or box-shaped, this kit will not fit.
Q: Are extra tools needed for installation?
A: Yes. You will need a drill with proper bits, rivet gun, adhesive applicator gun, abrasive prep tools, and a suitable plastic cleaner or solvent for surface preparation.
Q: Will this repair be stronger than the OEM guide pockets?
A: Yes. The combination of aluminum castings, steel reinforcement plates, and structural adhesive produces a repair stronger than the original hood pocket design.
