Yes sure we can replace your slider ... you've been into our shop before ...
Check
Check
- Are all the zip teeth still OK?If not need a new zip.
- Do we stock this slider size? Otherwise need new zip.
- We do not stock any opti sliders. New zip.
- I'll just check that we do have a slider that will fit...
Main steps
Slider replacement from the top
If you can easily get at the bottom of the zip then do it that way. 1. Select new slider 2. Unstitch top corners 3. Remove old slider 4. Back on new slider 5. Replace top stops 6. Glue zip ends back in 7. Stitch 8. Check |
3. Remove old slider
Insure the zip stays done up completely as you remove the slider, especially at the top. You may need to give the existing slider a gentle squish with pinchers to make it work.
4. Backing on new slider
- Make sure zip teeth are together at the end
- Note which side has the last tooth (right side for this example)
- Back the slider on as far as it will go
- Pull tag out to disengage lock
- Gently pull apart the zip
- Wiggle slider to the left and back to the right to get it started
Still having issues
- Poke a needle down inside on the right to start the zip coming apart
- Cut another 2 teeth off the short left side, now it will be real easy
5. Replace top stops - if any
Hold topstop with long nose pliers and push onto the zip from the back. Lie flat on glass, fold the 3 little legs over then tap it on the last to finish.
6. Glue zip ends back in
8. Check
Check the slider stops at the top stops. If necessary, stitch across the teeth at top.
Misc
Normally Metal zip sliders only go on from one end only. There are some that go both ways but they arent much good. Take a good look at the teeth and compare to a new metal zip in our zip stock.
No you cannot use a vislon slider on a metal or coil zip.
No you cannot use a vislon slider on a metal or coil zip.