Sticky zipper

Run a HB pencil tip(the graphite bit) over them. Works a treat.

What about bees wax ................. we use this stuff or similar at work for zippers to stop them sticking........ not sure if it will work in dusty area but worth a shot.

Brian

Wheeler I've had 2 vehicles with canvas canopies. The first one had small zippers like on a tent and they were an absolute b*tch. I ended up getting a canvas joint to change the 2 rear zippers (which are most affected by dust) for big fat plastic ones for $50 and they never jammed up. Before that I used to use Silicon spray but it only atracts the dust. Should have thought of the lead pencil trick as Willem suggested. Also pays to blow along the zipper after you pull up before trying to open to clear the bulk of the dust.

Hi

Try rubbing a bar of soap along the zipper teeth on both sides while unzipped.

Thanks for the tips guys. I will give the pencil a go.

a candle is beaut too, something more robust that you can chuck in with your tent pegs and it is always ready.

Even use talcum powder in a pinch (when the missus aint looking).

A carpenters pencil works a treat and will withstand the rigors of the tool box. Also good for threads on bolts. Kevin J

Don't be so miserable and buy some dry graphite powder in a squeezy puff pack to fix your problem.

hi wheeler

i agree with bugs, use a bar of soap, gives you a second use for it ,
the old motto when camping, don't take anything you just , think you might need, and don't take anything with only one use

froomry w.a

Silicone spray...

Silicone grease in a small tube, from a swimming pool shop.

little story for you.

5 weeks into 2 year trip around australia....5 weeks of bloody sticking zip on camper trailer....bad tempered red head misses (me) had enough..BIG DUMMY SPIT...I WANT TO GO HOME ...N O W...

calm bloke buys Ezyglide zip spray

4 years later.....HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY.....no stuck zip

saved our marriage

good luck

Ellen