How can I fix a crack in my vinyl fence gate?
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Dawn
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I need to fix a hairline crack in my white vinyl fence gate where the gate lock mechanism is. The screws for the gate lock won't stay tight and keep falling out and the only options I can think of is moving the gate lock up higher or replacing the gate which is overkill. I'd rather not drill more holes in the gate as I'm afraid it will make the crack worse and the repair has to take the beating of a Labrador, Beagle and a small terrier. Any suggestions? Thank you! 
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You may have to replace your gate. Vinyl has a short life, esp outside. It shrinks and sets out when exposed to the weather.
You could try pvc cement or epoxy for plastic. You will need to use a clamp until it dries (at least a day). It won't look perfect.
U could try clear caulk, https://www.walmart.com/ip/Silicone-1-All-Purpose-100-Silicone-10-1oz/19902076?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=3268&adid=22222222228015543167&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=42531192992&wl4=aud-481850994936:pla-81188161232&wl5=9019136&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=19902076&wl13=3268&veh=sem&gclid=CjwKCAiAgrfhBRA3EiwAnfF4tqB-Qkkh0rK501JYRukUNfVu-zlDKjbqy41Y82hr7QDZ3WEHenlSUhoCCIUQAvD_BwE
Hello I wish I could see your actual damage on your gate —my go to miracle repair tip is the Oatey epoxy putty stick. I find it easier to work with than bondo and this clay like putty can be sculpted and fill defects. It does harden in a few minutes and will dry a gray color can be sanded or drilled and will needing painting unless its final gray color works for your repair.
It's a two-part epoxy sticky-found at big box hardware stores in the plumbing department near the pvc purple glue. In a clear plastic red capped tube. I get mine at Lowes $6. Home Depots its version and JB Weld is another but more $ and smaller. Other smaller 2 part epoxy sticks options can also be found in the boat marine and wood repair shopping sections.
You mix -press -then you can use scrape off excess (I use depleted gift card) and/or sand and paint. Cured putty is strong enough to drill through.
Putty safely seals/waterproofs for plumbing boat repairs.... Ive used it for exterior entry door frame wood rot repair, elliptical pedal repair, multiple arts and crafts repair of damaged pottery- wood -ceramics, plug up holes in planters, repair cracks in planters or make a new lip on the pottery planter. Ive repaired holes in a utility garage sink ( thanks previous HO) repaired a break in the top rim border of an elliptical peddle, repaired damages in a concrete statue, fixed a split wood disk on a wind chime, its a great defect filler, those ornately detailed gold plaster frames and be repaired with this putty and wood filler.
Its a product I might suggest ypu try prior to replacement. It will be a gray repair but plastic friendly spray paint would correct that.