What to Do With Your Rep Kit
Rep kits are a great way to fix your gear before you can get to the trailhead for a professional repair. The key is knowing what to do when you need it.
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Tools
Having the right tools available is crucial when working on the job. This kit was created with this in mind and contains all of the hand tools essential for repairing items on the field. The tools are made of steel and are minimal plastic so they can withstand use. The kit includes the coalcracker tool, a canvas zippered pouch, reamer, twisted awl, cutting shears, Rep Kit gimlet (5MM) sinue spool made of wood, an oil bottle for the coalcracker tool oil, and a set of illustrated instructions.
You can order this avon starter kit 2024 along with a case (prices are shown above) You can also purchase the tools alone.
Repair Patches
If you’ve got holes or two in your gears, consider adding some adhesive patches to your rep kit. These heavy-duty patches feature an ultra-high-performance adhesive that is applied to a rugged polyurethane backing that allows a tear to recover under pressure. These patches are available in clear or colored versions and ensure durability against punctures as well as sunlight, water and extreme temperatures.
If your kit does not include any of the above items You may want to consider adding a water-proof Aquaseal wader sealant. The water-tight adhesive bonds to fabrics and metals to provide permanent repair. It’s ideal for repairs to drysuits and may be applied in the field. Give the sealant at least 12 hours to cure before using your repaired equipment.
The most essential field fabric repair kit for nylon tents that have silicone impregnated, packs, rainwear and more. This kit includes one Clean Tape patch and a sil-nylon repair sample, plus a 1/4 ounce tube of Gore-Tex Silfix repair adhesive and sealant, as well as a brush. Apply patch to a clean smooth, smooth surface. Make sure there is a minimum of 1/2 inch overlap. Remove release paper from patch surface and rub 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. For the best results, you should make use of Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed up curing time up to 2 hours.
Adhesive Patches
These adhesive patches are perfect for those who don’t wish to be waiting until they are back on the trail. Apply the self-adhesive patch and apply it to the saddle.
Clean the punctured area thoroughly, then use the tube-scuffer or sandpaper to roughen the surface, which assists in making glue stick. Spread a thin layer on the patch. Cover an area that is at least large as the patch. Wait for the glue to become tacky, then press the patch down with a firm pressure and hold it in place.
This kit comes with two clear, adhesive backed Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric patch for repair and a 1/4 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive and sealant. Perfect for reinforcing damaged sleeping bags, rainwear and other packs.
Repair Instructions
It’s a good idea keep a repair kit for emergencies in your luggage when you travel. You don’t know when something is going to fail or be damaged and you’ll glad you have the tools to fix it. Rep kits come with all the tools required to repair your vehicle all in one place. Each kit contains items selected by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to make life easier outside. Kits include a canvas with a zippered repair pouch and tool, cutting shears, twisted awl, small gimlet (5MM), wooden spool with sinue bonded nylon thread glass vial with needles, and coalcraker gear oil.