Sticking Zippers

[BiK3RChiK]

If you are struggling with a zip getting stuck or not smoothly zipping up, then try running a lead pencil up and down the zipper a number of times while the zip is closed or you can put a bit of sewing machine oil on the zipper.

[Gremlin]

what if you can't get it closed (because it doesn't work) to run the lead pencil up and down? :doh:

[alanzs]

Bar of soap works as well. Those little ones from hotels are the easiest to handle. :eek:

[bully]

If you are struggling with a zip getting stuck or not smoothly zipping up, then try running a lead pencil up and down the zipper a number of times while the zip is closed or you can put a bit of sewing machine oil on the zipper.

I, this works, those stubborn metal zippers.

[Nasty]

Candle wax also works well!!

[BiK3RChiK]

what if you can't get it closed (because it doesn't work) to run the lead pencil up and down? :doh:

If the teeth are not broken then the zip should be able to work. Give it a go, you may be quite surprised, and you've got nothing to lose!

[Gremlin]

If the teeth are not broken then the zip should be able to work. Give it a go, you may be quite surprised, and you've got nothing to lose!
ummm... when I "encourage" things to do something... they normally break in fantastic ways :sweatdrop... guess I will keep trying... its the liner for a jacket, as you try to zip it, it hasn't gone in fully at the bottom... hard to explain, but basically, when you zip, it hasn't actually zipped.

[BiK3RChiK]

ummm... when I "encourage" things to do something... they normally break in fantastic ways :sweatdrop... guess I will keep trying... its the liner for a jacket, as you try to zip it, it hasn't gone in fully at the bottom... hard to explain, but basically, when you zip, it hasn't actually zipped.

My guess is that the zip hasn't 'seated' properly then... try pulling it back out and re-seating the zip. They can be a bit tricky!

[Naki Rat]

Selleys Ezi Glide silicon spray works well on plastic components, and passibly on metal plus giving it some corrosion resistance. Allow to dry for it to work properly.

I used heaps of it on venetian and vertical blinds in a past business and found Selleys to be the best brand :first:

[doc]

If you are struggling with a lead pencil up and down a number of times while the .... I added nothing :whistle:

Ferk I now see how Sensing murder works you just mention the bits that are interesting and you can ummmm. :woohoo:

Candlewax is what I've always used. No smell and it's organic almost

[Mully]

If you are struggling with a zip getting stuck or not smoothly zipping up, then try running a lead pencil up and down the zipper a number of times while the zip is closed or you can put a bit of sewing machine oil on the zipper.

Or alternatively, lay off the pies.....

It's like one of Swoop's "Top Tips"

[Swoop]

Candlewax is what I've always used. No smell and it's organic almost
Parrafin wax.
Yes, this is the best. I have been edjamacated by a knowledgable Zen master of the Canvas Arts...
Especially good on boat spray dodgers, where the salt gets into the zip sliders!

[Swoop]

How did I miss this...

It's like one of Swoop's "Top Tips"
Yes, tune in every Monday for another earth shattering "TOP TIP"!

Just doing my bit to help the planet.*modest cough*

[icekiwi]

Pliers work best...

[Griffin]

Me hates when the zip catches the material of your clothing and ends up jamming and damaging the (usually thin and delicate) lining. Grrrrrrrrr

[vifferman]

Me hates when the zip catches the material of your clothing and ends up jamming and damaging the (usually thin and delicate) lining. Grrrrrrrrr
+1

My (expensive!) Spidi pants have zips at the bottom, and nylon underneath them that has an annoying habit of leaping into the path of the zipper, going up or down. It's usually OK if I carefully run my finger underneath behind it, but sometimes I neglect to do that (like when I'm in a hurry), and have to spend minutes sorting it out.

BTW - zippers often stick when one or more teeth is getting loose and not lining up properly. When that happens, no amount of lubing will help - the only cure is a new zip.

[Trudes]

Another tip, make sure your penis is inside your pants properly before you zip your zip up.....:doh::doctor:

[vifferman]

Another tip, make sure your penis is inside your pants properly before you zip your zip up.....:doh::doctor:
Have you had personal experience with that? :eek5:

[Swoop]

Another tip, make sure your penis is inside your pants properly before you zip your zip up.....:doh::doctor:
Something About Mary?

[Gremlin]

Have you had personal experience with that? :eek5:
I have... good lord, it fucken hurt :weep:

[Trudes]

Have you had personal experience with that? :eek5:

Not personally personal, but my friend's little brother did it and it was the sickest sorest thing I had ever seen when I was 16!!!;) Poor widdle diddle!!

[vifferman]

Not personally personal, but my friend's little brother did it and it was the sickest sorest thing I had ever seen when I was 16!!!;) Poor widdle diddle!!
Being only 16, I'd guess that you didn't offer to kiss it better...

[ynot slow]

Selleys Ezi Glide silicon spray works well on plastic components, and passibly on metal plus giving it some corrosion resistance. Allow to dry for it to work properly.

I used heaps of it on venetian and vertical blinds in a past business and found Selleys to be the best brand :first:

Also try any spray with silicon,can will say suitable for zips,curtain tracks etc.Crc silicon in blue/white can,(not Crc556 which is oil based)any spray suitable for curtain tracks is good as it won't leave a stain on jacket or clothing.

[90s]

I have... good lord, it fucken hurt :weep:

You need to read this article:

James F. Nolan, Thomas J. Stillwell, and John P. Sands, Jr., (1990) "Acute Management of the Zipper-Entrapped Penis." Journal of Emergency Medicine, vol. 8, no. 3, pp. 305-7.

A cute what?

Anyway, fixed some of my stuck zippers the other day, and put my personal "blue shoe" recommendation as GT85 (teflon-based)