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Mike Inglehearn
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Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by Mike Inglehearn » Fri Sep 08, 2017 6:57 am

Renovo do a number of treatments for hood for cleaning, colour restoring, and reproofinghttp://www.renovointernational.com/MikeTb0457 [b]From:[/b] "Andrea VILLA searunner99@yahoo.com [mg-tabc]" mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]To:[/b] Neil Nelson nwnel@yahoo.com>; 'TABC-Group' mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] Friday, 8 September 2017, 9:48 [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment   I have a multiple undesired experience on raining trip - My suggestion are a adesive ribbonfrom the top and the windshield  there if you drive" FAST" air pressure can fit rain water directly in your and passenger  eyes - if your top aren't oldest -not worry- normally I haven't any infiltration from it, on my LHD TD only the elbow are in a wet position, on my TC I haven't raining driving  , but during the trip from the barn to home (car rigged on tow truck) a very heavy storm occur, at the  arrival at home the interior was perfectly dry, and top was more than 30 years olds (no holes or rips) Il Venerd 8 Settembre 2017 8:06, "Neil Nelson nwnel@yahoo.com [mg-tabc]" mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> ha scritto:   Bob,If you are driving in a good solid rain the canvas duck leaking will be the least of your worries.  If your TC is like most you will be wondering where all the water inside is coming from.  An old MG owner once told me the leaky weather equipment was a factory design as, if it all fit tightly the exhaust fumes would kill you..[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F% ... wrK3RQ--~D[/img] Neil NelsonTC 0526TC 4161Fleming Island, Fl (Where it is going to be pretty wet and windy shortly) [b]From:[/b] "'Norman Verona' norman@frenchblat.com [mg-tabc]" mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com>; 'TABC-Group' mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] Friday, September 8, 2017 1:39 AM [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment   Bob, Forger the hood and wear a set of waterproofs.    [b][i]Norman Verona[/i][/b]11 Cherry Close, Royston, South Yorkshire S71 4LZPhone: 0044 (0)1226 728811Mob: 0044 (0)741 9905 741[b][i]Web: www.frenchblat.com[/i][/b]  [b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] 08 September 2017 00:19 [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment    As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water.Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week.Any suggestions on improving water proofing? 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Bill Hyatt
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Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by Bill Hyatt » Sat Sep 09, 2017 8:28 am

Bob,

Here are a couple of other options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty.com/canvas-fabric-cleaners-protectants-and-waterproofing-aqua-tite-green-water-repellent-canvas-treatment-1-gallon/

And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/products/kiwi-performance-fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon.

To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=385_629_631

 

 

Bill

TC 4926

Odessa, Fl

 

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As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water.

Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week.

Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst?

Bob Brennan

TC7794EXU

S.Freeport,ME

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jeffrey townsend
Posts: 60
Joined: Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:27 am

Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by jeffrey townsend » Sat Sep 09, 2017 8:46 am

Hi All, Here's another solution - I remember passengering Pete Moores (sadly now no longer with us) in his J2 with a Z engine at the time (1970's) on the Lands End trial. One of his service jobs before we started was to get out a can of engine oil and give the hood a few squirts which he spread with a cloth. It worked and we cleared all hills as well although I think that was more to do with the driver than oiling the hood. The hood/sidescreens on my TB are fine and keep us dry. The narrow flap at the front stops water getting between screen and hood. With the hood side flaps either side of the top of the sidescreens and the screens pulled into the windsceen frame at the front very little water gets in. However visibility is pretty awful especially with those little twin rear windows. Wipers work but are not great. Has anyone had experience of using Rain-X on their screen? Does it work and what happens if you use the wipers when it is in place? Regards, Jeff Townsend North Cambs UK  TB0489 [b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> on behalf of 'Bill Hyatt' usaj24@earthlink.net [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:28 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group' [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment     Bob,

Here are a couple of other  options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty.com/canvas-fabric-cleaners-protectants-and-waterproofing-aqua-tite-green-water-repellent-canvas-treatment-1-gallon/

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canvasspecialty.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FAqua_Tite_Green_Water_Repellent_300.jpg&t=1522511758&sig=yyzfMZj2MNACy836slaGvQ--~D[/img] Aqua-Tite Green - Canvas Specialty MFG. CO. www.canvasspecialty.com Canvas & Fabric Cleaners, Protectents and Waterproofing ECO FRIENDLY CANVAS/FABRIC WATERPROOFING TREATMENT SOLUTION. New Eco Friendly Aqua-Tite Green Water Repellent ... And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/products/kiwi-performance-fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon.

KIWI Camp Dry Fabric Protector | KIWI Products us.kiwicare.com Restores Durable Water Repellency on fabrics and apparel to prevent "wetting out," including performance materials like GORE-TEX . To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=385_629_631

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plastidip.net.au%2Fhtml-file-repo%2Fba0a8d7317f0c1119c9e.jpg&t=1522511758&sig=u2a4aI4.N4dEeYNxOyyYWA--~D[/img] Plastiseam Sewn Seam Sealer - plastidip.net.au www.plastidip.net.au Plastiseam Weatherproof Fabric Seam Sealer. A tough, clear, flexible resin system that is excellent for sealing sewn seams and pin holes in most fabrics. Seam Kote - Plastiseam - Almacen Naval cbs.almacennaval.com Powered By OpenCart Click n Buy Sail and Awning Supply 2017  

 

Bill

TC 4926

Odessa, Fl

 

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:19 PM [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water.

Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week.

Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst?

Bob Brennan

TC7794EXU

S.Freeport,ME

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Norman Verona
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Joined: Sun May 17, 2015 4:21 am

Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by Norman Verona » Sat Sep 09, 2017 8:59 am

Jeff,

 

I have put Rain-X on my screen … but it hasn’t rained yet (well not while I’ve been out in the car).

 

However it does work, the rain just beads up and the wind blows it away.

 

 

[b][i]Norman Verona[/i][/b]

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[b][i]Web: www.frenchblat.com[/i][/b]

 

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]jeffrey townsend jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:46 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com>; 'TABC-Group' mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com>; usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

Hi All,   Here's another solution - I remember passengering Pete Moores (sadly now no longer with us) in his J2 with a Z engine at the time (1970's) on the Lands End trial. One of his service jobs before we started was to get out a can of engine oil and give the hood a few squirts which he spread with a cloth. It worked and we cleared all hills as well although I think that was more to do with the driver than oiling the hood.   The hood/sidescreens on my TB are fine and keep us dry. The narrow flap at the front stops water getting between screen and hood. With the hood side flaps either side of the top of the sidescreens and the screens pulled into the windsceen frame at the front very little water gets in. However visibility is pretty awful especially with those little twin rear windows.   Wipers work but are not great. Has anyone had experience of using Rain-X on their screen? Does it work and what happens if you use the wipers when it is in place?   Regards,   Jeff Townsend North Cambs UK  TB0489    

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> on behalf of 'Bill Hyatt' usaj24@earthlink.net [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:28 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group' [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

Bob,

Here are a couple of other  options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty.com/canvas-fabric-cleaners-protectants-and-waterproofing-aqua-tite-green-water-repellent-canvas-treatment-1-gallon/

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canvasspecialty.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FAqua_Tite_Green_Water_Repellent_300.jpg&t=1522511759&sig=8iYwPZHlTac1Zips9Cv3pA--~D[/img]

Aqua-Tite Green - Canvas Specialty MFG. CO.

www.canvasspecialty.com

Canvas & Fabric Cleaners, Protectents and Waterproofing ECO FRIENDLY CANVAS/FABRIC WATERPROOFING TREATMENT SOLUTION. New Eco Friendly Aqua-Tite Green Water Repellent ...

 

And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/products/kiwi-performance-fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon.

KIWI® Camp Dry Fabric Protector | KIWI® Products

us.kiwicare.com

Restores Durable Water Repellency on fabrics and apparel to prevent "wetting out," including performance materials like GORE-TEX®.

 

To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=385_629_631

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plastidip.net.au%2Fhtml-file-repo%2Fba0a8d7317f0c1119c9e.jpg&t=1522511759&sig=lHqdg3GCfTb8Zmhro4WNAA--~D[/img]

Plastiseam Sewn Seam Sealer - plastidip.net.au

www.plastidip.net.au

Plastiseam® Weatherproof Fabric Seam Sealer. A tough, clear, flexible resin system that is excellent for sealing sewn seams and pin holes in most fabrics.

 

Seam Kote - Plastiseam - Almacen Naval

cbs.almacennaval.com

Powered By OpenCart Click n Buy Sail and Awning Supply © 2017

 

 

 

Bill

TC 4926

Odessa, Fl

 

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:19 PM [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water.

Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week.

Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst?

Bob Brennan

TC7794EXU

S.Freeport,ME

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jeffrey townsend
Posts: 60
Joined: Thu Feb 05, 2009 1:27 am

Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by jeffrey townsend » Sat Sep 09, 2017 9:03 am

Hi Norman, Thanks Norman. It wasn't in place for the great Whitby fish and chip run then? From what I read in the recent Octagon mag I bet your wife wishes it had been! Jeff [b]From:[/b] Norman Verona norman@frenchblat.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:59 [b]To:[/b] 'jeffrey townsend'; 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group'; usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment   Jeff,

 

I have put Rain-X on my screen but it hasn t rained yet (well not while I ve been out in the car).

 

However it does work, the rain just beads up and the wind blows it away.

 

 

[b][i]Norman Verona[/i][/b]

11 Cherry Close, Royston, South Yorkshire S71 4LZ

Phone: 0044 (0)1226 728811

Mob: 0044 (0)741 9905 741

[b][i]Web: www.frenchblat.com[/i][/b]

 

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]jeffrey townsend jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:46 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com>; 'TABC-Group' mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com>; usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

Hi All,   Here's another solution - I remember passengering Pete Moores (sadly now no longer with us) in his J2 with a Z engine at the time (1970's) on the Lands End trial. One of his service jobs before we started was to get out a can of engine oil and give the hood a few squirts which he spread with a cloth. It worked and we cleared all hills as well although I think that was more to do with the driver than oiling the hood.   The hood/sidescreens on my TB are fine and keep us dry. The narrow flap at the front stops water getting between screen and hood. With the hood side flaps either side of the top of the sidescreens and the screens pulled into the windsceen frame at the front very little water gets in. However visibility is pretty awful especially with those little twin rear windows.   Wipers work but are not great. Has anyone had experience of using Rain-X on their screen? Does it work and what happens if you use the wipers when it is in place?   Regards,   Jeff Townsend North Cambs UK  TB0489    

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> on behalf of 'Bill Hyatt' usaj24@earthlink.net [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:28 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group' [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

Bob,

Here are a couple of other  options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty.com/canvas-fabric-cleaners-protectants-and-waterproofing-aqua-tite-green-water-repellent-canvas-treatment-1-gallon/

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canvasspecialty.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FAqua_Tite_Green_Water_Repellent_300.jpg&t=1522511759&sig=8iYwPZHlTac1Zips9Cv3pA--~D[/img]

Aqua-Tite Green - Canvas Specialty MFG. CO.

www.canvasspecialty.com

Canvas & Fabric Cleaners, Protectents and Waterproofing ECO FRIENDLY CANVAS/FABRIC WATERPROOFING TREATMENT SOLUTION. New Eco Friendly Aqua-Tite Green Water Repellent ...

 

And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/products/kiwi-performance-fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon.

KIWI Camp Dry Fabric Protector | KIWI Products

us.kiwicare.com

Restores Durable Water Repellency on fabrics and apparel to prevent "wetting out," including performance materials like GORE-TEX .

 

To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=385_629_631

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plastidip.net.au%2Fhtml-file-repo%2Fba0a8d7317f0c1119c9e.jpg&t=1522511759&sig=lHqdg3GCfTb8Zmhro4WNAA--~D[/img]

Plastiseam Sewn Seam Sealer - plastidip.net.au

www.plastidip.net.au

Plastiseam Weatherproof Fabric Seam Sealer. A tough, clear, flexible resin system that is excellent for sealing sewn seams and pin holes in most fabrics.

 

Seam Kote - Plastiseam - Almacen Naval

cbs.almacennaval.com

Powered By OpenCart Click n Buy Sail and Awning Supply 2017

 

 

 

Bill

TC 4926

Odessa, Fl

 

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:19 PM [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water.

Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week.

Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst?

Bob Brennan

TC7794EXU

S.Freeport,ME

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Norman Verona
Posts: 107
Joined: Sun May 17, 2015 4:21 am

Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by Norman Verona » Sat Sep 09, 2017 9:28 am

Jeff,

 

No, that’s why I’ve put it on. I’ve fixed the wiper motor. I thought it was the switch contacts but it turned out to be a gummed up motor with dried up grease. I cleaned the motor in petrol, and applied a little 3-in1 oil and it now works fine.

 

 

[b][i]Norman Verona[/i][/b]

11 Cherry Close, Royston, South Yorkshire S71 4LZ

Phone: 0044 (0)1226 728811

Mob: 0044 (0)741 9905 741

[b][i]Web: www.frenchblat.com[/i][/b]

 

[b]From:[/b] jeffrey townsend [mailto:jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk] [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 17:03 [b]To:[/b] Norman Verona norman@frenchblat.com>; 'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com>; 'TABC-Group' mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com>; usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

Hi Norman,   Thanks Norman.   It wasn't in place for the great Whitby fish and chip run then? From what I read in the recent Octagon mag I bet your wife wishes it had been!   Jeff  

[b]From:[/b] Norman Verona norman@frenchblat.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:59 [b]To:[/b] 'jeffrey townsend'; 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group'; usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

Jeff,   I have put Rain-X on my screen … but it hasn’t rained yet (well not while I’ve been out in the car).   However it does work, the rain just beads up and the wind blows it away.     [b][i]Norman Verona[/i][/b] 11 Cherry Close, Royston, South Yorkshire S71 4LZ Phone: 0044 (0)1226 728811 Mob: 0044 (0)741 9905 741 [b][i]Web: www.frenchblat.com[/i][/b]   [b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]jeffrey townsend jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:46 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com>; 'TABC-Group' mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com>; usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment     Hi All,   Here's another solution - I remember passengering Pete Moores (sadly now no longer with us) in his J2 with a Z engine at the time (1970's) on the Lands End trial. One of his service jobs before we started was to get out a can of engine oil and give the hood a few squirts which he spread with a cloth. It worked and we cleared all hills as well although I think that was more to do with the driver than oiling the hood.   The hood/sidescreens on my TB are fine and keep us dry. The narrow flap at the front stops water getting between screen and hood. With the hood side flaps either side of the top of the sidescreens and the screens pulled into the windsceen frame at the front very little water gets in. However visibility is pretty awful especially with those little twin rear windows.   Wipers work but are not great. Has anyone had experience of using Rain-X on their screen? Does it work and what happens if you use the wipers when it is in place?   Regards,   Jeff Townsend North Cambs UK  TB0489     [b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> on behalf of 'Bill Hyatt' usaj24@earthlink.net [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:28 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group' [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment     Bob, Here are a couple of other  options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty.com/canvas-fabric-cleaners-protectants-and-waterproofing-aqua-tite-green-water-repellent-canvas-treatment-1-gallon/[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canvasspecialty.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FAqua_Tite_Green_Water_Repellent_300.jpg&t=1522511759&sig=8iYwPZHlTac1Zips9Cv3pA--~D[/img]

Aqua-Tite Green - Canvas Specialty MFG. CO. www.canvasspecialty.com Canvas & Fabric Cleaners, Protectents and Waterproofing ECO FRIENDLY CANVAS/FABRIC WATERPROOFING TREATMENT SOLUTION. New Eco Friendly Aqua-Tite Green Water Repellent ...   And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/products/kiwi-performance-fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon. KIWI® Camp Dry Fabric Protector | KIWI® Products us.kiwicare.com Restores Durable Water Repellency on fabrics and apparel to prevent "wetting out," including performance materials like GORE-TEX®.   To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=385_629_631[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plastidip.net.au%2Fhtml-file-repo%2Fba0a8d7317f0c1119c9e.jpg&t=1522511759&sig=lHqdg3GCfTb8Zmhro4WNAA--~D[/img]

Plastiseam Sewn Seam Sealer - plastidip.net.au www.plastidip.net.au Plastiseam® Weatherproof Fabric Seam Sealer. A tough, clear, flexible resin system that is excellent for sealing sewn seams and pin holes in most fabrics.   Seam Kote - Plastiseam - Almacen Naval cbs.almacennaval.com Powered By OpenCart Click n Buy Sail and Awning Supply © 2017       Bill TC 4926 Odessa, Fl   [b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:19 PM [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment     As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water. Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week. Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst? Bob Brennan TC7794EXU S.Freeport,ME
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Mike Inglehearn
Posts: 45
Joined: Sun Apr 09, 2006 9:21 am

Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by Mike Inglehearn » Sat Sep 09, 2017 9:46 am

I have used it in the past and it worked very well, I usually use the wipers but keep a bottle in the car in case they stop workingMikeTB0457  [b]From:[/b] "jeffrey townsend jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk [mg-tabc]" mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]To:[/b] Norman Verona norman@frenchblat.com>; 'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com>; 'TABC-Group' mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com>; "usaj24@earthlink.net" usaj24@earthlink.net> [b]Sent:[/b] Saturday, 9 September 2017, 18:03 [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment   Hi Norman, Thanks Norman. It wasn't in place for the great Whitby fish and chip run then? From what I read in the recent Octagon mag I bet your wife wishes it had been! Jeff [b]From:[/b] Norman Verona norman@frenchblat.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:59 [b]To:[/b] 'jeffrey townsend'; 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group'; usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment   Jeff,   I have put Rain-X on my screen but it hasn t rained yet (well not while I ve been out in the car).   However it does work, the rain just beads up and the wind blows it away.     [b][i]Norman Verona[/i][/b] 11 Cherry Close, Royston, South Yorkshire S71 4LZ Phone: 0044 (0)1226 728811 Mob: 0044 (0)741 9905 741 [b][i]Web: www.frenchblat.com[/i][/b]   [b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mailto:mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]jeffrey townsend jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:46 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com>; 'TABC-Group' mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com>; usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment     Hi All,   Here's another solution - I remember passengering Pete Moores (sadly now no longer with us) in his J2 with a Z engine at the time (1970's) on the Lands End trial. One of his service jobs before we started was to get out a can of engine oil and give the hood a few squirts which he spread with a cloth. It worked and we cleared all hills as well although I think that was more to do with the driver than oiling the hood.   The hood/sidescreens on my TB are fine and keep us dry. The narrow flap at the front stops water getting between screen and hood. With the hood side flaps either side of the top of the sidescreens and the screens pulled into the windsceen frame at the front very little water gets in. However visibility is pretty awful especially with those little twin rear windows.   Wipers work but are not great. Has anyone had experience of using Rain-X on their screen? Does it work and what happens if you use the wipers when it is in place?   Regards,   Jeff Townsend North Cambs UK  TB0489     [b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> on behalf of 'Bill Hyatt' usaj24@earthlink.net [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:28 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group' [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment     Bob, Here are a couple of other  options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty.com/canvas-fabric-cleaners-protectants-and-waterproofing-aqua-tite-green-water-repellent-canvas-treatment-1-gallon/ [img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canvasspecialty.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FAqua_Tite_Green_Water_Repellent_300.jpg&t=1522511759&sig=8iYwPZHlTac1Zips9Cv3pA--~D[/img] Aqua-Tite Green - Canvas Specialty MFG. CO. www.canvasspecialty.com Canvas & Fabric Cleaners, Protectents and Waterproofing ECO FRIENDLY CANVAS/FABRIC WATERPROOFING TREATMENT SOLUTION. New Eco Friendly Aqua-Tite Green Water Repellent ...   And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/products/kiwi-performance-fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon. KIWI Camp Dry Fabric Protector | KIWI Products us.kiwicare.com Restores Durable Water Repellency on fabrics and apparel to prevent "wetting out," including performance materials like GORE-TEX .   To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=385_629_631 [img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plastidip.net.au%2Fhtml-file-repo%2Fba0a8d7317f0c1119c9e.jpg&t=1522511759&sig=lHqdg3GCfTb8Zmhro4WNAA--~D[/img] Plastiseam Sewn Seam Sealer - plastidip.net.au www.plastidip.net.au Plastiseam Weatherproof Fabric Seam Sealer. A tough, clear, flexible resin system that is excellent for sealing sewn seams and pin holes in most fabrics.   Seam Kote - Plastiseam - Almacen Naval cbs.almacennaval.com Powered By OpenCart Click n Buy Sail and Awning Supply 2017       Bill TC 4926 Odessa, Fl   [b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:19 PM [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment     As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water. Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week. Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst? 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Bill Hyatt
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Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by Bill Hyatt » Mon Sep 11, 2017 2:28 pm

Hi Jeff,

“Frog Strangler” when weather  has gone beyond  “raining cats & dogs”. I.e. a monsoon that amphibians can’t deal with. Another [i]other side of the pond[/i] colloquialism!

 

 

Bill

TC 4926

Odessa, Fl

 

[b]From:[/b] jeffrey townsend [mailto:jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk] [b]Sent:[/b] Sunday, September 10, 2017 1:44 PM [b]To:[/b] Usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

Thanks to everyone who replied about Rain-X. I will try it.   Ref. the message from Florida - sorry can't find a name - frog strangler rain is a new one on me. I assume it means really heavy rain. Can't see where the phrase comes from. In UK we say raining cats and dogs - don't know where that comes from either.   I really hope that storm Irma is not too severe for you guys over there.   Good Luck   Jeff  

[b]From:[/b] Usaj24@earthlink.net Usaj24@earthlink.net> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 21:18 [b]To:[/b] jeffrey townsend [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

Rain-X really works as advert. Wipers just shorten service life of 

application. Really great for frog strangler rain storms we get in Florida, no need for wipers!

Sent from my iPad

On Sep 9, 2017, at 11:46 AM, jeffrey townsend jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> wrote:

 

Hi All,   Here's another solution - I remember passengering Pete Moores (sadly now no longer with us) in his J2 with a Z engine at the time (1970's) on the Lands End trial. One of his service jobs before we started was to get out a can of engine oil and give the hood a few squirts which he spread with a cloth. It worked and we cleared all hills as well although I think that was more to do with the driver than oiling the hood.   The hood/sidescreens on my TB are fine and keep us dry. The narrow flap at the front stops water getting between screen and hood. With the hood side flaps either side of the top of the sidescreens and the screens pulled into the windsceen frame at the front very little water gets in. However visibility is pretty awful especially with those little twin rear windows.   Wipers work but are not great. Has anyone had experience of using Rain-X on their screen? Does it work and what happens if you use the wipers when it is in place?   Regards,   Jeff Townsend North Cambs UK  TB0489    

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> on behalf of 'Bill Hyatt' usaj24@earthlink.net [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:28 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group' [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

Bob,

Here are a couple of other  options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty.com/canvas-fabric-cleaners-protectants-and-waterproofing-aqua-tite-green-water-repellent-canvas-treatment-1-gallon/

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canvasspecialty.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FAqua_Tite_Green_Water_Repellent_300.jpg&t=1522511762&sig=IVCdjVKGJAr9S7dmPx4EXw--~D[/img]

Aqua-Tite Green - Canvas Specialty MFG. CO.

www.canvasspecialty.com

Canvas & Fabric Cleaners, Protectents and Waterproofing ECO FRIENDLY CANVAS/FABRIC WATERPROOFING TREATMENT SOLUTION. New Eco Friendly Aqua-Tite Green Water Repellent ...

 

And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/products/kiwi-performance-fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon.

KIWI® Camp Dry Fabric Protector | KIWI® Products

us.kiwicare.com

Restores Durable Water Repellency on fabrics and apparel to prevent "wetting out," including performance materials like GORE-TEX®.

 

To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=385_629_631

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plastidip.net.au%2Fhtml-file-repo%2Fba0a8d7317f0c1119c9e.jpg&t=1522511762&sig=mhSfI2.Zcxh6QR.R4eG21A--~D[/img]

Plastiseam Sewn Seam Sealer - plastidip.net.au

www.plastidip.net.au

Plastiseam® Weatherproof Fabric Seam Sealer. A tough, clear, flexible resin system that is excellent for sealing sewn seams and pin holes in most fabrics.

 

Seam Kote - Plastiseam - Almacen Naval

cbs.almacennaval.com

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Bill

TC 4926

Odessa, Fl

 

[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:19 PM [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment

 

 

As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water.

Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week.

Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst?

Bob Brennan

TC7794EXU

S.Freeport,ME

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Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by mgtc7794 . » Mon Sep 11, 2017 3:28 pm

Thanks to all for your suggestions. I applied 3M Scotchgard to the top today, after cleaning and brushing first. I taped off all areas (not wanted) and everything went as expected. 3M recommends this treatment yearly. It took 2 cans to do the top and I didn't spray the side curtains. Cabela's and Amazon wanted twice what WalMart charged- $5.22/can. I'll let you know if it works. Bob Brennan S, Freeport, ME
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Frog Strangler when weather has gone beyond raining cats & dogs . I.e. a monsoon that amphibians can t deal with. Another [i]other side of the pond[/i] colloquialism! [u][/u][u][/u]

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TC 4926[u][/u][u][/u]

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[b]From:[/b] jeffrey townsend [mailto:jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk] [b]Sent:[/b] Sunday, September 10, 2017 1:44 PM [b]To:[/b] Usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment[u][/u][u][/u]

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[b]From:[/b] Usaj24@earthlink.net Usaj24@earthlink.net> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 21:18 [b]To:[/b] jeffrey townsend [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment [u][/u][u][/u]

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Hi All,[u][/u][u][/u] [u][/u] [u][/u] Here's another solution - I remember passengering Pete Moores (sadly now no longer with us) in his J2 with a Z engine at the time (1970's) on the Lands End trial. One of his service jobs before we started was to get out a can of engine oil and give the hood a few squirts which he spread with a cloth. It worked and we cleared all hills as well although I think that was more to do with the driver than oiling the hood. [u][/u][u][/u] [u][/u] [u][/u] The hood/sidescreens on my TB are fine and keep us dry. The narrow flap at the front stops water getting between screen and hood. With the hood side flaps either side of the top of the sidescreens and the screens pulled into the windsceen frame at the front very little water gets in. However visibility is pretty awful especially with those little twin rear windows. [u][/u][u][/u] [u][/u] [u][/u] Wipers work but are not great. Has anyone had experience of using Rain-X on their screen? Does it work and what happens if you use the wipers when it is in place?[u][/u][u][/u] [u][/u] [u][/u] Regards,[u][/u][u][/u] [u][/u] [u][/u] Jeff Townsend North Cambs UK TB0489[u][/u][u][/u] [u][/u] [u][/u][u][/u] [u][/u]

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Here are a couple of other options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty. com/canvas-fabric-cleaners- protectants-and-waterproofing- aqua-tite-green-water- repellent-canvas-treatment-1- gallon/[u][/u][u][/u]

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canvasspecialty.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FAqua_Tite_Green_Water_Repellent_300.jpg&t=1522511762&sig=IVCdjVKGJAr9S7dmPx4EXw--~D[/img][u][/u][u][/u]

Aqua-Tite Green - Canvas Specialty MFG. CO.[u][/u][u][/u]

www.canvasspecialty.com[u][/u][u][/u]

Canvas & Fabric Cleaners, Protectents and Waterproofing ECO FRIENDLY CANVAS/FABRIC WATERPROOFING TREATMENT SOLUTION. New Eco Friendly Aqua-Tite Green Water Repellent ...[u][/u][u][/u]

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And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/ products/kiwi-performance- fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon.[u][/u][u][/u]

KIWI Camp Dry Fabric Protector | KIWI Products[u][/u][u][/u]

us.kiwicare.com[u][/u][u][/u]

Restores Durable Water Repellency on fabrics and apparel to prevent "wetting out," including performance materials like GORE-TEX .[u][/u][u][/u]

[u][/u] [u][/u]

To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/ plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/ index.php?route=product/ category&path=385_629_631[u][/u][u][/u]

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plastidip.net.au%2Fhtml-file-repo%2Fba0a8d7317f0c1119c9e.jpg&t=1522511762&sig=mhSfI2.Zcxh6QR.R4eG21A--~D[/img][u][/u][u][/u]

Plastiseam Sewn Seam Sealer - plastidip.net.au[u][/u][u][/u]

www.plastidip.net.au[u][/u][u][/u]

Plastiseam Weatherproof Fabric Seam Sealer. A tough, clear, flexible resin system that is excellent for sealing sewn seams and pin holes in most fabrics.[u][/u][u][/u]

[u][/u] [u][/u]

Seam Kote - Plastiseam - Almacen Naval[u][/u][u][/u]

cbs.almacennaval.com[u][/u][u][/u]

Powered By OpenCart Click n Buy Sail and Awning Supply 2017[u][/u][u][/u]

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Bill [u][/u][u][/u]

TC 4926[u][/u][u][/u]

Odessa, Fl[u][/u][u][/u]

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[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:19 PM [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment[u][/u][u][/u]

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As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water.[u][/u][u][/u]

Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week.[u][/u][u][/u]

Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst?[u][/u][u][/u]

Bob Brennan[u][/u][u][/u]

TC7794EXU[u][/u][u][/u]

S.Freeport,ME[u][/u][u][/u]

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paulhuck@bellsouth.net
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Re: Canvas duck treatment

Post by paulhuck@bellsouth.net » Mon Sep 11, 2017 4:03 pm

I had mine laminated with playboy fold-outs. No leaks, but who cares if does? Origionslity police may give points off, after they spend a day or two examining it in detail...lol [i]Sent from my LG K10, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone[/i] ------ Original message------[b]From: [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc][b]Date: [/b]Mon, Sep 11, 2017 5:28 PM[b]To: [/b]Bill Hyatt;[b]Cc: [/b]jeffrey townsend;TABC-Group;[b]Subject:[/b]Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment  

Thanks to all for your suggestions. I applied 3M Scotchgard to the top today, after cleaning and brushing first. I taped off all areas (not wanted) and everything went as expected. 3M recommends this treatment yearly. It took 2 cans to do the top and I didn't spray the side curtains. Cabela's and Amazon wanted twice what WalMart charged- $5.22/can. I'll let you know if it works. Bob Brennan S, Freeport, ME
On Mon, Sep 11, 2017 at 5:28 PM, 'Bill Hyatt' usaj24@earthlink.net [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> wrote: [u][/u]  

Hi Jeff,[u][/u][u][/u]

Frog Strangler when weather  has gone beyond   raining cats & dogs . I.e. a monsoon that amphibians can t deal with. Another [i]other side of the pond[/i] colloquialism! [u][/u][u][/u]

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TC 4926[u][/u][u][/u]

Odessa, Fl[u][/u][u][/u]

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[b]From:[/b] jeffrey townsend [mailto:jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk] [b]Sent:[/b] Sunday, September 10, 2017 1:44 PM [b]To:[/b] Usaj24@earthlink.net [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment[u][/u][u][/u]

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Thanks to everyone who replied about Rain-X. I will try it.[u][/u][u][/u]

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Ref. the message from Florida - sorry can't find a name - frog strangler rain is a new one on me. I assume it means really heavy rain. Can't see where the phrase comes from. In UK we say raining cats and dogs - don't know where that comes from either.[u][/u][u][/u]

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I really hope that storm Irma is not too severe for you guys over there.[u][/u][u][/u]

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Good Luck[u][/u][u][/u]

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Jeff[u][/u][u][/u]

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[b]From:[/b] Usaj24@earthlink.net Usaj24@earthlink.net> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 21:18 [b]To:[/b] jeffrey townsend [b]Subject:[/b] Re: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment [u][/u][u][/u]

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Rain-X really works as advert. Wipers just shorten service life of [u][/u][u][/u]

application. Really great for frog strangler rain storms we get in Florida, no need for wipers![u][/u][u][/u]

Sent from my iPad[u][/u][u][/u]

On Sep 9, 2017, at 11:46 AM, jeffrey townsend jeff.townsend@hotmail.co.uk [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> wrote:[u][/u][u][/u]

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Hi All,[u][/u][u][/u]

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Here's another solution - I remember passengering Pete Moores (sadly now no longer with us) in his J2 with a Z engine at the time (1970's) on the Lands End trial. One of his service jobs before we started was to get out a can of engine oil and give the hood a few squirts which he spread with a cloth. It worked and we cleared all hills as well although I think that was more to do with the driver than oiling the hood. [u][/u][u][/u]

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The hood/sidescreens on my TB are fine and keep us dry. The narrow flap at the front stops water getting between screen and hood. With the hood side flaps either side of the top of the sidescreens and the screens pulled into the windsceen frame at the front very little water gets in. However visibility is pretty awful especially with those little twin rear windows. [u][/u][u][/u]

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Wipers work but are not great. Has anyone had experience of using Rain-X on their screen? Does it work and what happens if you use the wipers when it is in place?[u][/u][u][/u]

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Regards,[u][/u][u][/u]

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Jeff Townsend North Cambs UK  TB0489[u][/u][u][/u]

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[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com> on behalf of 'Bill Hyatt' usaj24@earthlink.net [mg-tabc] mg-tabc-noreply@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 09 September 2017 16:28 [b]To:[/b] 'mgtc7794 .'; 'TABC-Group' [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment [u][/u][u][/u]

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Bob,[u][/u][u][/u]

Here are a couple of other  options for waterproofing fabrics Aqua-tite http://www.canvasspecialty. com/canvas-fabric-cleaners- protectants-and-waterproofing- aqua-tite-green-water- repellent-canvas-treatment-1- gallon/[u][/u][u][/u]

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canvasspecialty.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F07%2FAqua_Tite_Green_Water_Repellent_300.jpg&t=1522511762&sig=IVCdjVKGJAr9S7dmPx4EXw--~D[/img][u][/u][u][/u]

Aqua-Tite Green - Canvas Specialty MFG. CO.[u][/u][u][/u]

www.canvasspecialty.com[u][/u][u][/u]

Canvas & Fabric Cleaners, Protectents and Waterproofing ECO FRIENDLY CANVAS/FABRIC WATERPROOFING TREATMENT SOLUTION. New Eco Friendly Aqua-Tite Green Water Repellent ...[u][/u][u][/u]

[u][/u] [u][/u]

And Kiwi Camp Dry. http://us.kiwicare.com/ products/kiwi-performance- fabric-protector, Both available via Amazon.[u][/u][u][/u]

KIWI Camp Dry Fabric Protector | KIWI Products[u][/u][u][/u]

us.kiwicare.com[u][/u][u][/u]

Restores Durable Water Repellency on fabrics and apparel to prevent "wetting out," including performance materials like GORE-TEX .[u][/u][u][/u]

[u][/u] [u][/u]

To seal sewn seams Plastiseam https://www.plastidip.net.au/ plastiseam-sewn-seam-sealer or Seamkote 4 http://cbs.almacennaval.com/ index.php?route=product/ category&path=385_629_631[u][/u][u][/u]

[img]https://ec.yimg.com/ec?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.plastidip.net.au%2Fhtml-file-repo%2Fba0a8d7317f0c1119c9e.jpg&t=1522511762&sig=mhSfI2.Zcxh6QR.R4eG21A--~D[/img][u][/u][u][/u]

Plastiseam Sewn Seam Sealer - [url=http://plastidip.net.au]plastidip.net.au[/url][u][/u][u][/u]

www.plastidip.net.au[u][/u][u][/u]

Plastiseam Weatherproof Fabric Seam Sealer. A tough, clear, flexible resin system that is excellent for sealing sewn seams and pin holes in most fabrics.[u][/u][u][/u]

[u][/u] [u][/u]

Seam Kote - Plastiseam - Almacen Naval[u][/u][u][/u]

cbs.almacennaval.com[u][/u][u][/u]

Powered By OpenCart Click n Buy Sail and Awning Supply 2017[u][/u][u][/u]

[u][/u] [u][/u]

 [u][/u][u][/u]

 [u][/u][u][/u]

Bill [u][/u][u][/u]

TC 4926[u][/u][u][/u]

Odessa, Fl[u][/u][u][/u]

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[b]From:[/b] mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com [mg-tabc@yahoogroups.com] [b]On Behalf Of [/b]'mgtc7794 .' mgtc7794@gmail.com [mg-tabc] [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:19 PM [b]To:[/b] TABC-Group [b]Subject:[/b] [mg-tabc] Canvas duck treatment[u][/u][u][/u]

 [u][/u][u][/u]

  [u][/u][u][/u]

As hurricane season approaches here on the East coast, there will be times when motoring in our canvas topped MG's, when we will be wondering how well our canvas repels water.[u][/u][u][/u]

Not having any experience in driving 7794 in the rain, I have my doubts about the 5 hour trip to British Invasion in Stowe, VT next week.[u][/u][u][/u]

Any suggestions on improving water proofing? Or just forget about it and expect the worst?[u][/u][u][/u]

Bob Brennan[u][/u][u][/u]

TC7794EXU[u][/u][u][/u]

S.Freeport,ME[u][/u][u][/u]

[u][/u][u][/u]

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