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Re: Resurrecting old external frame backpack
Allen Maddox (amaddox@LUTRON.COM)
Wed, 23 Dec 1998 09:56:49 -0500
>I had someone question why I'd replace the zipper with Velcro (ease).
>Normally the tabs on the zippers are anchored into the seams. To
>replace them without undoing the seams, which would lessen the pack
>integrity, I think the zipper wouldn't function as well. Any thoughts from
>the seamtresses or seamsters (is that PC?)?
Before you start replacing the whole zipper. Check your outfitter for a
zipper repair kit. I purchased one of these once. I've found that even
though I don't always use the parts that are enclosed in the kit, the
pamphlet on how to repair a zipper has proven it's value time and time
again. I have zipper windows on my Jeep, which any Jeep owner will
tell you the stress that they are under and how they stop working. With
common tools you can make IMHO amazing repairs.
YiS (Yours in Scouting)
Allen Maddox
SM T9
Honey Brook, PA
Horseshoe Trail District, Chester County Council
A Wild and Crazy Fox.... and working my ticket
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