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xraymtb replied to the topic Seam Strip Too Short in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

Thanks Matt. I’m using a 210D nylon with TPU coating similar (if not the same) as the original fabric. I got the kit from someone here in the UK that didn’t get around to building but wanted to add the orange seam strips for a different look. I’ve got the original blue strips – wish I’d used them now!!

The test seams have all been very strong…[Read more]
xraymtb started the topic Seam Strip Too Short in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

About to do the rear centre seam and my seam strips don’t seem long enough (not the ones with the kit – I’m using a different colour fabric sourced elsewhere). Wondering if I could use two with them butted up to each other and a backing piece of fabric on the inside over the Seamgrip to help support? Or would this be a weak point likely to fai…[Read more]
xraymtb replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 10 months ago

Looks great. I’m in the process of building a Skeena with the same trips (and more) in mind.
xraymtb replied to the topic First seams – how to tell if it’s good? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 10 months ago

Thanks. I’ve tried adding pics again although they don’t show much. I’ll get on with the build and keep my fingers crossed!
xraymtb replied to the topic First seams – how to tell if it’s good? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 10 months ago
xraymtb started the topic First seams – how to tell if it’s good? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 10 months ago

Started attaching 3R today (Skeena build). It seemed to go ok but the tube material isn’t uniformly darker across the entire seam (some parts are darker with a shine – others are less so). Not sure if this is ok or if I need to do more?

Also seem to have overheated the bottom TPU slightly in one area. I’m thinking it’s fine on both counts but w…[Read more]
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xraymtb replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 10 months ago

New user here just starting out on a Skeena build (a kit someone else imported but didn’t start the build other than separating out the parts). Looking forward to getting on with it and exploring the Scottish Highlands.
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