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  1. 04-05-09 01:35 PM #1
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    Re-stitching shot bags

    Hi all,
    I've got a Lumb Bros 2kg lead shot bag that burst it's stitching the other day. Having emptied it and turned it inside out i'll get swmbo to put it through the sewing machine.
    However, i'm pretty sure that ordinary thread will rot in salt water.
    So what thread do I need to use and where can I get it from, please.

    Many thanks in advance and here's hoping for the odd sensible reply in amongst the usual!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hobbsy View Post
    Hi all,
    I've got a Lumb Bros 2kg lead shot bag that burst it's stitching the other day. Having emptied it and turned it inside out i'll get swmbo to put it through the sewing machine.
    However, i'm pretty sure that ordinary thread will rot in salt water.
    So what thread do I need to use and where can I get it from, please.

    Many thanks in advance and here's hoping for the odd sensible reply in amongst the usual!

    Regards,
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    Can you put a plastic bag inside, when you inflate it should then hold the air?.
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    Quote Originally Posted by ray View Post
    Can you put a plastic bag inside, when you inflate it should then hold the air?.
    I think you've misread the post.
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    Bonded nylon or T336 polyester threads are strong and resistant to sea water.
    Dont know where you could by from though.

    Good luck
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    Quote Originally Posted by karlw View Post
    I think you've misread the post.
    No once you restitch the bag it does not hold air properly, another plastic bag inside does work!.
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    I bought a reel of sailmaker's polyester thread a few years ago and everything I've used that on is still intact.

    It was a couple of quid on fleabay.
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    Quote Originally Posted by ray View Post
    No once you restitch the bag it does not hold air properly, another plastic bag inside does work!.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hobbsy View Post
    LUMB BROS Lead Weights / Lead Shot
    They hold lead shot - not air!
    If all else fails read the instructions, ...........
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    Quote Originally Posted by johnbella View Post
    Bonded nylon or T336 polyester threads are strong and resistant to sea water.
    Dont know where you could by from though.

    Good luck
    You need a sailmakers merchants or chandalary.

    I've bought a spool for repairs on the BC's and stuff. Think it cost about
    £3 for a very large spool that would do about 20 odd ordinary reels.
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