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Subject:Re: Westy Skylight Velcro issue
From:neil N
Date:Mon, 22 Sep 2008 11:02:27 -0700

Gorilla Glue is likely better, but FWIW, I attached (broken zipper)
Velcro to the front screen cover on the poptop canvas using "Goop".

No *really* hot weather use, but much stronger than the self adhesive.
Hasn't come loose yet.

Neil.

On Mon, Sep 22, 2008 at 10:40 AM, Jack R. <jack007@comcast.net> wrote:
> Thanks. but what can be done to keep the Velcro attached?
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> Should I use a solvent to remove ALL the old glue?  Should it be sanded?
> How can I avoid damage to the surrounding area if a solvent is used?
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> Jack
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>  _____
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> From: Roger Whittaker [mailto:rogerwhitt1@gmail.com]
> Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 1:35 PM
> To: Jack R.
> Cc: vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com
> Subject: Re: Westy Skylight Velcro issue
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> try gowesty for both replacement velcro strips and cosmetic covering for
> screw heads
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> On Mon, Sep 22, 2008 at 10:24 AM, Jack R. <jack007@comcast.net> wrote:
>
> I'm sure many of you have had this issue. I replaced the Velcro around the
> skylight, so as to better hold up the Mosquito Screen W/Fabric Cover.  Well,
> the self stick Velcro comes loose over time, especially when hot out.  I'm
> looking for suggestions on type of glue to better secure the Velcro, or
> maybe an optimal solution to resolve this issue.
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> Here is a photo.. http://www.flickr.com/photos/77623993@N00/2879574504/
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> By the way, does anyone know where I can get the proper covers for the
> bolts?
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> Thanks for your suggestions!
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> Jack R.
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> 84 Westy Wolfie
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