What the thread found

• The waist plastic piece on an Ultra I vest can crack and may need replacement
• A replacement waist plastic part is available through the manufacturer's Burbank location
• When replacing the waist plastic, the fittings from the original piece must be transferred to the new one
• A waist band component is shared between Zephyr and LX vest models and can be ordered from the webshop
• Gaff tape is unsuitable as a long-term repair for a cracked vest structure

Depends on

• The specific part number mentioned may be incorrect and requires verification
• The discussion covers multiple vest models with different compatibility
• No details provided about the nature or severity of the cracks beyond description as fractures

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