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[Closed] Can seam sealing tape be restuck?

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The waterproofing seam sealing tape on my 5 year old paclite smock has started to come undone in places. I'm not too upset as the jacket has done really well and been worn loads but I would like to continue to use it.

Does anyone know whether re-sticking the seams is a sensible plan and if so what the best type of glue is?

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Posted : 16/06/2009 2:12 pm
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I ironed mine back on. It is the sort of stretchy rubbery clear stuff that had the imprint of the seams/ststching still in it when it came off so I guessed it was melted on there in the first place. (i don't think all seams are like that though), did it on a low heat veeeeerrrryyy sloooooowwwly through a teatowel and it sort of melted itself back on. It did take ages, mind.


 
Posted : 16/06/2009 3:03 pm
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Ooh, hadn't thought of that. I'm pretty certain that they are applied with heat so ironing probably is a good plan.

Cheers

Any other thoughts?


 
Posted : 16/06/2009 3:14 pm
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I tried McNett SilNet (silicon seam sealant) once out of curiosity on an old jacket... it doesn't work.

But the same people suggest SeamGrip for reattaching seam tape:
http://www.mcnett.com/Seam-Grip-Seam-Sealer-Outdoor-Repair-P133.aspx


 
Posted : 16/06/2009 3:31 pm