Gobi Tent by CEC

[OMJ Outdoors]

I bought a CEC Gobi about 3 years ago and its been a great tent, we have used the tent many times with no issues. This Fall the zipper on one of the doors failed. I am trying to figure out if I can replace the zipper, or if I should just replace the tent.


Besides the zipper problem the tent is in Great shape.


Been looking at other tents (mostly wall tents, with internal frames) just not sure which way to go.

[wiiawiwb]

Re: Gobi Tent by CEC

I'd replace the zipper if you can find someone to do it reliably. Sewing a tent is not the same as sewing clothes. I'd call the manufacturer and see if they could do the work or recommend a place where you could bring it to be done correctly.

http://www.campingequipmentco.com/warranty-and-returns/

Your tent isn't under warranty but here's some information to contact the manufacturer.

[hwc1954]

Re: Gobi Tent by CEC

I have used these guys for tent repair:

http://www.tentrepairservices.com/

It's the people who used to run the Moss Tent repair department. I'm sure they can handle a zipper replacement (or anything else on a tent). The problem is that the cost of the repair may not make sense, depending on the tent and its age.

[tplife]

Re: Gobi Tent by CEC

Yes, the zipper can be replaced. Fabric & sewing outlets or upholstery outlets carry quality zippers and nylon thread. A HEAVY-DUTY sewing machine can sew through ripstop nylon and carry the nylon thread through the bobbin. My wife repaired one of my tents before, for her it's the same as sewing clothes. She's sewn my tarps to make 2 out of 1 before too, our machine is a heavy-duty programmable from Costco, a Brother to be exact.

[OMJ Outdoors]

Re: Gobi Tent by CEC

One last question on this, the tent currently has a nylon zipper but I wonder if there would be any advantages or disadvantages in going to a metal zipper?

[ridebmxbikes]

Re: Gobi Tent by CEC

you could always find a parachute rigger to replace a zipper. they are very use to working with rip-stop nylon. any skydiving company could refer you to one. the most you would have to do is put some seam sealer on the stitching.