Scotch Guarding containers?

[AggieDave 6]

With a new container to be arriving here in a few more weeks (well, like 4 more weeks), I've started thinking about stuff like trying to Scotch Guard the container, Pros, Cons, other methods or ideas for protecting the container?

I seem to remember a discussion about this a while back, but didn't find anything in a quick search...

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[nws01 0]

Definetly scotchguard the hell out of it when you get it before it is put together. Let it dry overnight and then take it to the rigger. You will be happy you did after a PLF!

[Spy38W 0]

Hey, yeah, since we're on the subject, what are the properties of Scotch Guard? Is it something to worry about getting on housings, handles or anything? Does it dry to be hard? Anything other info about it?

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[Kirils 1]

I checked it out a few years back with 3M. No risks with using it on your container OR PARACHUTE!

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[Kris 0]

The key is not to use one heavy coat. Use several (4-6) light coats with plenty of drying time in-between.

Pull your handles out and put them to the side, just do the container. Don't worry about getting some on the metal, it will come off with just a damp rag. I did my soft handles separately with no problems.

Make sure the container is DRY before putting on the next light coat. I found that holding the can 8-12" away worked best for my Mirage.

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[slotperfect 7]

After consulting Aggie at Sun Path, I Scotch Guarded my new Odyssey with two coats of medium (red cap), spraying (as posted above) about 8-12" away. Make sure and shake the can well before and during the application. Let it dry overnight (several hours) before applying the next coat. It will still get dirty, just not as much, and it will clean up better as well.

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John

[Watcher 0]

Where can you get Scotch Gard? I've been having trouble finding it at local Kroger (and maybe looking in the wrong place at Kmart).

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[slotperfect 7]

I will PM you my cell phone number. Call me and I'll tell you how well it worked for me (based on manufacturer's recommendations.

Cheers,

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John

[jtval 0]

John,
look by the spray starches and/or cleaning agents!
as far as washing your rig first the DRY CLEANING industry uses the "rig safe" chemicals. obviously just take you resevere and main out and try to keep you flaps closed.
( I didnt know that dry cleaning was an option until yesterdays safety day. )

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[rapper4mpi 0]

Dave, there is another option. The product is called, 303. It can be found at most Boat Marine stores. It is the same product they use to spray the canvas covers of the boats. It is stain resistant, UV protectant and water-proof. The stuff works very well. It's worked excellent on 3 rigs that I know of. I also suggest reapplying it every few years or so. It is also totally safe to the harness and harware.
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