What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great means to fix your gear until you are at the trailhead for a professional repair. The trick is to know what to do when you require it.

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It is essential to have the right tools at hand when you are out in the field. This kit was designed to meet that need and includes all the basic hand tools required to repair equipment in the field. The tools are made of metal with the least amount of plastic so that they will stand up to use. The kit includes a zippered canvas pouch for the coalcracker's tools, a twist awl, reamer and cutting shears and gimlets (5MM). It also includes a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated directions along with a wooden spool a reamer, and twisted Awl.

You can order this kit together with a case (prices are shown above), or you can order the tools only.

Repair Patches

If you've got a hole or two in your gear, you might want to consider adding some adhesive patches to your Rep kit [txt.fyi]. These patches made of heavy-duty materials have high-performance glue already applied on a durable polyurethane back that lets a tear that is triggered by pressure to heal. Available in clear or colored versions These patches offer durability against moisture, punctures, sunlight, saltwater, and temperature extremes.

If your kit doesn't include one of the items mentioned above You may want to consider adding a water-proof Aquaseal wader sealant. The water-tight adhesive bonds to metals and fabrics for permanent repair. This glue is ideal for repairing drysuits, and is also employed in the field. Give the sealant at least 12 hours for it to cure before using your repaired equipment.

The essential field fabric repair kit for nylon tents impregnated with silicone, packs, rainwear and more. Includes one Clean Tape patch and Kit Avon 2023 a sil-nylon repair swatch as well as a 1/4 ounce tube of Goretex Sil-Fix repair adhesive and sealant as well as a brush. Apply patch to a clean flat surface. Allow a minimum 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rub adhesive with moderate finger pressure (adhesive side facing down).

Surface preparation is vital for successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone or oils on boots and shoes could affect adhesion. Make use of Seam Grip with Cotol 240 Cure Accelerator to get the best results.

Adhesive Patches

If you're on the trail and don't have the time for the full repair of your vulcaniser These patches can get you back on the saddle with no hassle. Apply the self-adhesive patch, then apply it to the saddle.

Clean the area thoroughly and then use the tube-scuffer or sandpaper to roughen the surface which makes it easier for glue to stick. Spread a thin layer on the patch. Cover an area which is at the very least large as the patch. Take a few moments for the glue to harden before pressing the patch down and holding it securely in the position.

This kit comes with two clear, adhesive-backed Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric repair patches and a 1/4 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive and sealant. Perfect for reinforcing damaged tents, sleeping bags rainwear, backpacks, and boots.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea keep a repair kit for emergencies in your bag when you travel. You never know when a device will malfunction or become damaged. It is important to have the tools to repair it. Rep kits are designed to include all the items you need in one place to complete repairs. Each kit has items picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to help you get around more easily. welcome kits include a zippered canvas coalcraker tool and repair pouch, cutting shears, twisted awl the gimlet (5MM) wooden spool with sinue thread bonded to nylon glass vial with needles and coalcracker gear oil.