Hood Stitching

[Torquemada]

Just noticed the stitching around the rear screen has pulled out over about 3 inches.
Wondering what sort of thread I should be looking for to re-stitch? (I'm thinking camping shops/yacht chandlers??).

Thanks in advance for any advice.

[so called]

Might be better off going to a Saddlers or a cobblers or even beg some of a trim specialist.
Had mine repaired on my Chimaera. I couldnt see the repair. Trick is to work through the original holes.

[HRG]

If it's started to go, the whole lot will be rotten I'm afraid. IMO you'd be better off soending your time fitting a new hood for around £300.

[Colin L]

If its only 3 or 4 inches it not to bad, careful hand work and good thick thread will get the it held in place.

Did mine 2 summers ago, it took 2 hours, but was worth it and has saved £300 till sometime next year.

Colin L

[Torquemada]

Thanks Colin - what type of thread did you use? Doubt if the free hotel sewing kit will be up to the job!

[venusdimilo]

I notice in your profile that you live in Southampton. Wessex Trim just off Bedford Place in Southampton will remove,unglue restitch with good quality thread and replace for about £125. Give them a buzz. Wessex Car Trimming Ltd
Henry Street
Southampton
Hampshire
SO15 2DN
Tel: [phone]

Good Luck Steve

[Rum Runner]

If you go to the sail makers you can get the thread they use to make spray hoods ( which have a very hard time ) with which is the same thickness but better than the thread used in the hood. Buy the half moon needle as it makes the work easier and a palm for pushing the needle through ( like a big thimble ).As said go through the original holes and it will be hard to spot.

Edited by Rum Runner on Sunday 15th June 22:27

[Torquemada]

Thanks for all the advice. Ended up buying an 'automatic hand awl' complete with thread on Fleabay.
Needle and thread slightly oversize, but made a passable job of the repair.