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warmblood58
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 11:50 am    Post subject: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
Popped top up to air out (it is fairly new) and noticed a pinhole. Was thinking of applying a speck of rubber cement or other . . . any ideas? My canvas is grey, would be nice to have a near invisible repair.
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 12:27 pm    Post subject: Re: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
I've used this stuff with a lot of success on all kinds of fabric. They also make a clear variety.
http://www.amazon.com/Gear-Aid-Tenacious-Fabric-Re...s=gear+aid

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PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 12:33 pm    Post subject: Re: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
Thanks, was hoping to find a little brush on product, seems like a dab of grey silicon RTV could work if I can find it
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 3:08 pm    Post subject: Re: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
Find a nail polish close to the canvas color, apply a dab, let dry..... DONE!!!!

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PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 3:23 pm    Post subject: Re: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
If you have a fly fishing shop near you, they sell small tubes of wader repair products. Just dab a bit on the pinhole. Very flexible and long lasting.
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 3:44 pm    Post subject: Re: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
A dab of Goop will work well.
A Waterproof forever repair.
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 9:51 pm    Post subject: Re: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
djkeev wrote:
Find a nail polish close to the canvas color, apply a dab, let dry..... DONE!!!!

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Now that is a cheap easy fix, thanks Dave!
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 11, 2016 9:51 pm    Post subject: Re: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
heidi85ho wrote:
If you have a fly fishing shop near you, they sell small tubes of wader repair products. Just dab a bit on the pinhole. Very flexible and long lasting.


Another great suggestion, thanks!
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PostPosted: Fri Feb 12, 2016 12:36 pm    Post subject: Re: Pinhole in Canvas Reply with quote
Pinholes can be addressed in an aesthetically pleasing way by sewing on a clever , funny or otherwise pleasing cloth insignia, like a "WESTFALIA" or "VW' or "Yellowstone" patch. Maybe even a Boy Scout merit badge?
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