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Title: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: Fishin Dude on April 27, 2010, 09:51:05 PM: Another project I recently completed was replacement of my 2 side panels of isinglass.

I purchased 2 yards of 20 Gauge Double Polished Vinyl glass , this is the exact stuff : http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|5948|296197|314199&id=107205 (http://www.defender.com/product.jsp?path=-1|5948|296197|314199&id=107205)

I removed the stitches with a pocketknife, then carefully cut out the old glass. I used the old glass as a pattern and traced it onto the new glass, then cut it out with scissors.

I then sewed the new glass back in by hand (no, I don't have a sewing machine in the house). I used polyester thread and a sewing palm to help push the needle. I guess you could use a thimble, but I don't have one of those either.

Only a few hours work, done while watching TV, and I have two new side panels. Saved a pretty penny in the process, and was not stuck waiting on the canvass guy for weeks. Total cost was $25 and I have enough left over glass to do them again when I need to. When my front windshield needs replacement(I still have a few seasons left in it), I'm going to do that one myself too.

I was told after my project that the canvass shop sews in the new piece first, then cuts out the old one. Maybe I'll try that next time. I'm not a professional, just a "Redneck Repairman", and my way came out pretty good. If you need new glass and don't want to spend a lot of money, I suggest giving it a try. <'((((><
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: IrishAyes on April 27, 2010, 10:08:52 PM: Nice job Darren. t^

Ummmmmm, I have this pair of jeans that need hemming and ummmmm. Ohhh, never mind. ;D
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: Hotrod on April 27, 2010, 10:13:50 PM: clp clp
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: Fishin Dude on April 27, 2010, 10:21:29 PM: Quote from: IrishAyes on April 27, 2010, 10:08:52 PM
Nice job Darren. t^

Ummmmmm, I have this pair of jeans that need hemming and ummmmm. Ohhh, never mind. ;D

Sorry Joe, I'll only sew clear panels into womens jeans ! >:D <'((((><
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: Tacklebox Joe on April 28, 2010, 06:13:29 AM: awesome job redneck repairman t^
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: rossg on April 28, 2010, 06:29:31 AM: Wow
I just asked the canvas guy how much to replace the eisenglass on my Grady

They wanted 400 bucks and it would take 2 weeks

Thanks buddy

Ross
The Lady J
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: L.T. on April 28, 2010, 06:42:42 AM: Nice job, Mc Giever t^ clp
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: brian8980 on April 28, 2010, 06:52:00 AM: chrz t^

Gimper
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: Pops Soul on April 28, 2010, 09:35:18 AM: [/quote]

Sorry Joe, I'll only sew clear panels into womens jeans ! >:D <'((((><
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Didn't the musician Prince have a pair of those jeans? Great Job Darren t^ Added their site to my favorites.
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: Hunter 2 on April 28, 2010, 10:11:07 AM: Great Job! clp
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: wb on April 28, 2010, 11:04:08 AM: Looks good, not sure it's something I'd try myself (but maybe...)
Title: Re: Do-It-Yourself Eisenglass Repair
Post by: Pfishingruven on April 28, 2010, 11:33:37 AM: You do nice work "Redneck Repairman" ;D!

TT^ TT^