Polish army tent - Lavvu on a budget ?

[Aragorn]

Thanks for the headsup Redneck. Besides fabsil has anyone got any suggestions as to what else can be used?

what about Nikwax Cotton Proof Steve, it's waterbased so would have thought spark proof and can be applied using a washing machine, i was thinking about doing each poncho seperately ?

If i get mine in time and can proof it hope to use it at middlewood too, maybe we could have our own mini reservation

 

[Shewie]

Thanks for the headsup Redneck. Besides fabsil has anyone got any suggestions as to what else can be used?

I've got a coouple of small DIY shops near me which I'm going to try for some older Thompsons. If I manage to find any I'll let folk know.

 

[Barn Owl]

I haven't done anything to the entrance yet.

But if you do up the top 3 buttons then join the bottom eyelets with a peg,it keeps it closed quite well.

Worked for me in rain and after a few beers

 

[Badger74]

I was in JTF in Leeds last night and they do 5 litre tins of another brand of sealer like Thompsons which is suitable for canvas at £9.99 exc VAT.

 

[Man of Tanith]

I used a wash in waterproofer i bought from soon to shut millets to do mine with.
did each poncho seperately in washing machine.
fingers crossed it has worked intend to use it this weekend.
Cheers
Sam

 

[redneck]

I was in JTF in Leeds last night and they do 5 litre tins of another brand of sealer like Thompsons which is suitable for canvas at £9.99 exc VAT.

What was it called??

Just found this, a homemade waterproofing for canvas, simple and cheap, now who's gonna be the first to try it?

http://www.makeyourown.net/canvas_waterproofing_solution.shtml

 

[Shewie]

What was it called??

Just found this, a homemade waterproofing for canvas, simple and cheap, now who's gonna be the first to try it?

http://www.makeyourown.net/canvas_waterproofing_solution.shtml

Soya bean oil ? I've got a bottle of Blue Dragon soy sauce in the cupboard, will that do the trick ?

 

[Mesquite]

Soya bean oil ? I've got a bottle of Blue Dragon soy sauce in the cupboard, will that do the trick ?

Only if you're going to have stir fried poncho

Soya sauce is totally different to soya bean oil

 

[hiho]

Only if you're going to have stir fried poncho

Soya sauce is totally different to soya bean oil

only just cleaned the crap off my screen yesterday. and you to go and make me spill tea this site should come with a health warning

 

[Badger74]

Redneck, I think it was called Weatherseal or Weathersheild. Bought my tent today from the German supplier

 

[Shewie]

Only if you're going to have stir fried poncho

Soya sauce is totally different to soya bean oil

Bah, I'll just save it for my chicken curry tomorrow then

 

[Shewie]

I was in JTF in Leeds last night and they do 5 litre tins of another brand of sealer like Thompsons which is suitable for canvas at £9.99 exc VAT.

Where's JTF Badger ?

 

[addo]

What was it called??

Just found this, a homemade waterproofing for canvas, simple and cheap, now who's gonna be the first to try it?

http://www.makeyourown.net/canvas_waterproofing_solution.shtml

Sounds good, bit like oil cloth. I think some folks add alum or similar to make fire resistant.

http://www.geocities.com/union_guard/oilcloth_and_painted_accoutermen.htm

http://www.codesmiths.com/shed/workshop/techniques/oilcloth/

 

[Badger74]

Shewie, JTF is at:

Gelderd Cross,
Gelderd Road,
Leeds,
LS12 6LG

Their website www.jtf-wholesale.co.uk

 

[Shewie]

Shewie, JTF is at:

Gelderd Cross,
Gelderd Road,
Leeds,
LS12 6LG

Their website www.jtf-wholesale.co.uk

Oh yes I know the one, is it trade only ? Do I need a card ?

 

[Badger74]

Yep, I'm afraid you do need a card but it is free to join. I've just looked at their website and it's the business that joins with named member cards. I used the company I work for but its in my wifes name! any more than that I would only be guessing.

 

[MartinK9]

Mini Poland at Swift Valley:

 

[BushEd]

Hahahaha that a brilliant photo. Kit addicts ye!!! Still...i got me eye on one

 

[Badger74]

Some one has an idea and the rest follow like sheep!



Mines on its way

 

[Improviser]

Mini Poland at Swift Valley:

Ha ha love it!
I've just put an order in for two for me & bro in law so hoping for a similar pic if the meet in the ribble valley gets off the ground early next year, preferably with a bit of the white stuff about!

Dunno bout ba ba's Badger more like Lemmings