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 Re-waterproofing gore tex?
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08/25/15 05:34 AM
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BlakeJ
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What is the best way to re-waterproof older gore tex that leaks. I have an older Columbia parka that needs this done to.
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Re: Re-waterproofing gore tex?
[Re: BlakeJ]
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08/25/15 05:42 AM
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TexFlip
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Just to make sure that it is done thoroughly, I go both ways.
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Re: Re-waterproofing gore tex?
[Re: BlakeJ]
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08/30/15 06:52 PM
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DLALLDER
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Contact Gore-Tex and let them know of the problem. You might get a brand new Parka of the same value, I did. A $600 Guide series from Cabelas totally free from Gore-Tex. The product Gore-tex is guaranteed for life not to leak and they mean it. I had a quality Gore-tex parka & bibs that got me wet and so cold that I had to be helped out of the boat. After talking with the retailer that I bought it from & was told if the rain suit EVER leaked, bring it back & they would repair it or replace it. They lied so I contacted Gore-Tex and they replaced it 100%. BTW the retailer that sold me the rain suit originally has not gotten 1 penny of my money since then and will not get any in the future.
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Re: Re-waterproofing gore tex?
[Re: BlakeJ]
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08/30/15 07:07 PM
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kind of a big deal
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kind of a big deal
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What is the best way to re-waterproof older gore tex that leaks. I have an older Columbia parka that needs this done to. It is either waterproof or isn't. Neither Gortex or Omni-tech fail very often waterproof wise. Either the membrane deteriorated, Seam failed or has a hole. With that said You are most likely are talking about the DWR not working and the outer fabric absorbing water. That's very common. Nikki wax has a cleaning and DWR restore kit. Granger has one also. Both are great products. Also normal detergent will kill your DWR
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