Zipper replacement in SA
Submitted: Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 18:23
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wizza 1275
Hi I was wondering if any new anywhere to get a new zip for my camper cover, I need a open ended size 10 zip that is 9m long in SA, any ideas.
Reply By: carlsp - Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 19:27
Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 19:27
UDA Upholstry Distributors Australia.... just google them. They should have a counter sales office in Adeliade. You can also buy by credit card over the phone.
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Follow Up By: wizza 1275 - Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 19:32
Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 19:32
Thanks I will
check them out.
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Follow Up By: carlsp - Monday, May 31, 2010 at 07:35
Monday, May 31, 2010 at 07:35
there are two types of zips,, Spirial and Chunky. They will ask you which one. If you can take the old one this is better. I would go for spiral and spray it with Selleys easy glide (not a cheaper silicone spray as these leave residue that attracts dust) then work the zip about 20 times before installing it. Gets things working. Spray every month if using or before storing if not using it.
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Follow Up By: Member - aussichef (SA) - Monday, May 31, 2010 at 10:49
Monday, May 31, 2010 at 10:49
Try Aussie By Design at
Port Wakefield ask for Ian the owner Rob if i remember correctly is the annex maker
They made our annex on site before we picked up the 23' Roadstar van we bought off of them good workmanship & great service
Warren aka aussichef
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Reply By: mullyman - Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 19:35
Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 19:35
You could try Sarmajor canvas at St.Mary's. They replaced a heavy duty zipper on my tourer tent recently. Cheers Phil.
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Follow Up By: wizza 1275 - Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 20:22
Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 20:22
Mullyman
Thanks I may try them first as I am south and the previous post suggestion is out the other side of town. I am hoping to just buy the zip as I have someone lined up to replace it.
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Follow Up By: Graham Watson - Monday, May 31, 2010 at 01:06
Monday, May 31, 2010 at 01:06
I had a zipper on a tent replaced by Hall's Canvas Goods?
60 Cottage Ln, Hackham SA 5163
(08) 8384 3117?
I have also had some canvas work done on my camper trailer by Cameron Canvas?
38 O'Sullivan Beach Rd, Lonsdale SA 5160
(08) 8186 6666?
Would go back to either again.
Graham
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Reply By: Dave B ( BHQ NSW) - Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 22:14
Sunday, May 30, 2010 at 22:14
If you just want to buy a zip, I think Nolan Shannon at Ridleyton would be the go.
Dave
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Follow Up By: wizza 1275 - Tuesday, Jun 01, 2010 at 11:18
Tuesday, Jun 01, 2010 at 11:18
Thanks Dave got a couple of 5m ones from sar majors.
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Reply By: Ozhumvee - Monday, May 31, 2010 at 07:56
Monday, May 31, 2010 at 07:56
Check that you actually need a new zip before replacing it.
Usually what happens is the actual slider wears and doesn't force the zipper halves together correctly so they don't lock. They are made of diecast so are relatively soft and wear isn't obvious.
If the zipper seems to work ok but then comes apart try twisting the slider sideways out of square with the zip as you do it up. If this fixes the problem then replace the slider and you will find it is ok.
Another temp fix is to remove the slider and place it on a hard surface and GENTLY tap the sides where the zip goes closer together. Only a short term fix though.
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Reply By: bobsabobsa - Monday, May 31, 2010 at 10:35
Monday, May 31, 2010 at 10:35
Hi Wizza,
Wormald Canvas at 4 Archimedes place, Golden Grove, 82887788,
They have always done a good job for me, they can supply only or fit the zip for you.
UDA on Cross Keys Road, Cavan are suppliers only, and they are good people to deal with also.
Regards Bob
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