Broken zipper

[admin]

Adding a better zipper is high on my list of projects for the QS. The factory one is just not up to the task as I see it. So far we have made it work but in all honesty I'm surprised it has lasted this long. My dog may not be 97lbs but at more than 60lbs, plus a 4 year old, I dont see that zipper being long for this world.

[idlerockfarm]

I picked mine up today and have to put the tent back on the Q 6.0. I'll let you know how it goes.

[idlerockfarm]

The new zipper is AMAZING.  All Quicksilvers should come with the larger zipper.  Because I asked for a 2-day turn-around, only the broken zipper was replaced, but that is the most vulnerable one.  The zipper in the corner by the door hinge.  I crunched it multiple times in my first two weekends.  Now it seems like the larger zipper just won't be susceptible to my forgetfulness.

[sandyu]

Where did take or send your tent?

[idlerockfarm]

Gallagher Tent and Awning in Madison. The new zipper on the left side of the door is still WONDERFUL. I might have to have the right side replaced even if it isn't broken. I think he called it a #10 zipper. Not sure though.

[cruiserdon]

SAME PROBLEM .TEETH MISSING, CANVAS SEEMS TO TIGHT. FOUND AT GREAT GUY IN CORNELIUS,NC THAT DOES MARINE CANVAS AND SAIL. RICKS CUSTOM MARINE CANVAS AND SAIL REPAIR  HE SAID BLACK TINTED VINYL IN WINDOW NEXT TO DOOR SEEM TO HAD SHRUNK. HE PUT #10 MARINE GRADE ZIPPERS ON BOTH SIDES OF DOOR AND REPLACED SOME SNAPS, PLUS REINFORCED THE CORNERS FOR 100 DOLLARS. DIDNT HAVE TO ADD MATERIAL AT DOOR!!!! VERY PROFESSIONAL. YOU CAN ACTUALLY TAKE OFF YOUR CANVAS AND TAKE IT TO HIM, BUT I TOOK THE CAMPER TO SHOW HIM THE PROBLEM.

[qccamper]

We had the same problem. We had to pull the canvas on either sides to close the zipper. It finally lost a couple of teeth. We had it repaired by a canvas and awning manufacturer. They added 2 inches to the door and replaced the overlay since it was about to tear. The new zipper is a #10 as well.

Now it closes like a charm! One hand only!

Here is what it looks like now:
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[idlerockfarm]

Ok, LivinLite, please give 2018 folks tents with #10 zippers at the door. ?