Just asking manufacturer's opinion on McNett "Zip Care" cleaner and "Zip Tech" lubricant for use on DUI's zippers? I know you folks aren't fond of "Seal Saver"...
Thanks,
Bob
Thanks,
Bob
McNett products on DUI Zippers
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mahjong
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I use Zip Tech on my DUI suits. More important than the stuff, itself, is how you use it. And also how you clean the zipper between applications. After cleaning the zipper (warm water and a soft brush), I basically cake my fingers with the Zip Tech and use my fingers to rub it smoothly into the teeth (top and bottom) and, importantly, on the zipper pad deep beneath the teeth, as that is the area that tends to wear out from the zipper pull.
KathyIGH
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Hi Bob,
I am not familiar with Zip Care. If it's the same as ZipStick that's great. I just don't know enough to say use it or don't use it.
We actually suggest that you lubricate the teeth of the zipper on the exterior.
If you don't know we have a video up DOGTV - Your waterproof zipper is the heart and soul of your drysuit at DOG TV - Your Waterproof Zipper is the Heart and Soul of Your Drysuit . It also points out the basics of good zipper care.
Here is something most people don't know... drysuit zippers from the factory come with no warranty. DUI warranties them for one year.
I am not familiar with Zip Care. If it's the same as ZipStick that's great. I just don't know enough to say use it or don't use it.
We actually suggest that you lubricate the teeth of the zipper on the exterior.
If you don't know we have a video up DOGTV - Your waterproof zipper is the heart and soul of your drysuit at DOG TV - Your Waterproof Zipper is the Heart and Soul of Your Drysuit . It also points out the basics of good zipper care.
Here is something most people don't know... drysuit zippers from the factory come with no warranty. DUI warranties them for one year.
DiscoverReady
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Hello Bob,
It's Gerald from McNett. Zip Care is a cleaner and lubricant in-one. Not only does the liquid in Zip Care lubricate the zipper, but it also contains cleaning properties. In addition, the Zip Care bottle comes equipped with a scrub brush to help remove dirt, sand and particulates from the zipper teeth. As DUI recommends, it is important that you give those zippers a good scrubbing every 25 dives or every 6 months.
Zip Tech is our high-performance lubricant for watertight and airtight zippers. Zip Tech is recommended for use on zippers that are subject to submersion in water.
I hope that helps!
It's Gerald from McNett. Zip Care is a cleaner and lubricant in-one. Not only does the liquid in Zip Care lubricate the zipper, but it also contains cleaning properties. In addition, the Zip Care bottle comes equipped with a scrub brush to help remove dirt, sand and particulates from the zipper teeth. As DUI recommends, it is important that you give those zippers a good scrubbing every 25 dives or every 6 months.
Zip Tech is our high-performance lubricant for watertight and airtight zippers. Zip Tech is recommended for use on zippers that are subject to submersion in water.
I hope that helps!
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