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What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great way to fix your gear until you reach the trailhead to have it fixed professionally. The key is knowing what you can do with it if you need it.

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Tools

The right tools are available is crucial when working on the job. This kit was designed with this in mind and includes all of the basic hand tools needed to repair items in the field. All of the tools are made from metal with only a small amount of plastic to ensure they can withstand use. The kit comes with a zippered canvas pouch for the coalcracker tools, a twist awl, reamer, cutting shears and Gimlets (5MM). It also includes a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated instructions along with a wooden spool the reamer and twisted awl.

You can purchase this kit with a bag (prices are listed above) You can also purchase the tools alone.

Repair Patches

Consider adding adhesive patches your kit if you've got some holes in your equipment. These heavy-duty patches feature a high-performance adhesive pre-applied to a rugged polyurethane backing that allows a tear to heal under pressure. Available in clear or colored versions They offer durability against moisture, punctures, sunlight, saltwater, and extreme temperatures.

If your kit does not include any of the items above You may want to think about adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight adhesive will bond to metals and fabrics to create an unbreakable fix. It's ideal for repairs to drysuits, and can be applied while on the job. Allow the sealant to cure for up to 12 hours prior to using your repaired gear.

The essential field fabric kit avon 2023 for tents, packs and rainwear made of silicone-impregnated polyester. Includes one Clean Tape patch and 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 clean, flat surface. Allow a minimum 1/2 inch overlap. Remove release paper from patch surface and rub the adhesive with moderate finger pressure (adhesive side down).

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

Adhesive Patches

If you're on the trail and do not have the time to make the full repair of your vulcaniser, these adhesive patches can get you back on the saddle in no time. Apply the self-adhesive patch then apply it to the saddle.

Clean up the area that has been punctured and then apply the tube-scuffer or sandpaper to roughen the surface which makes it easier for glue to stick. Then spread a thin coating of glue over the patch that covers an area at least as big as the patch itself. The glue should become tacky and then press the patch in firmly and secure it.

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

Repair Instructions

Keeping an emergency repair kit on hand when you travel is a great idea to carry an emergency repair kit with you when traveling. You never know when a device will malfunction or become damaged. It's a good idea to have the tools you need to repair it. Rep kits are made with all the tools needed to make repairs in one place. Each kit contains items hand rep kit picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to simplify life outside. Kits include a zippered, canvas coalcraker toolbox and repair pouch. Items chosen by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make life outside easier.

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