We have a 2005 starcraft travelstar 21sso hybrid and on the front tent, in the top corner, it has come apart from the frame. The canvas is in good shape, with no cracks or holes, it's just this corner that has opened. It seems a shame to replace the whole thing, since there is nothing wrong with the canvas. Any idea how this can be fixed? We don't know too much about campers. Thanks in advance. I included a photo of the hole.
Starcraft Travelstar hybrid - tent corner problem
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BigDfromTN
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First off... Welcome to the Forum.
Secondly. I am not sure as to what I am looking at. Was the binding on the edge of the canvas stapled on the trim piece? If so get a power stapler, or a Screw, or some type of mechanical fastner and re-attach it. Possibly seal it to the trim with some silicone etc.
If that is not what I am seeing maybe a few more pics and/or better description of the original attachment would be helpful. Pics from outside. Pics from inside that are not as close and maybe even closer if you can??
Best of luck. This looks like something that can be repaired and not require a replacement to me.
Secondly. I am not sure as to what I am looking at. Was the binding on the edge of the canvas stapled on the trim piece? If so get a power stapler, or a Screw, or some type of mechanical fastner and re-attach it. Possibly seal it to the trim with some silicone etc.
If that is not what I am seeing maybe a few more pics and/or better description of the original attachment would be helpful. Pics from outside. Pics from inside that are not as close and maybe even closer if you can??
Best of luck. This looks like something that can be repaired and not require a replacement to me.
Some additional photos. I hope it helps. It really looks to me like the canvas is pinched in to this metal piece, which is permanently attached. It looks like there is dried glue coming off in some spots where a repair was previously tried. The one photo shows me pushing the canvas back in where it's supposed to go. Not sure if the photos will need to be rotated, but the metal piece should be a top left corner. The brown drape is hanging down behind it. Thanks!
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BigDfromTN
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Yes, I see now.
And yes it looks like an old "wound" that someone tried to glue back in and then Ping the metal to help hold it.
My first thought is to push the canvas back into the slot. Have someone hold it there and put some type "mechanical" fastener through the metal slot and canvas. At first thought, maybe a pop rivet through a drilled hole? That would not leave a sharp edge on either side and harm the canvas when not in use. I cant see whats on the other side and assume it somewhat open. IF it is in a position that will not contact the canvas or anything else so to speak. MAYBE a couple of sheet metal screw through the metal track, canvas and out the other side. Small screws that are not too long.
I also would try to see why it is pulling at that corner and try to prevent that stress in the future.
Does this sound do-able?
What ever you do. Sooner than later is good advice to prevent further damage to the canvas and the interior as well.
And yes it looks like an old "wound" that someone tried to glue back in and then Ping the metal to help hold it.
My first thought is to push the canvas back into the slot. Have someone hold it there and put some type "mechanical" fastener through the metal slot and canvas. At first thought, maybe a pop rivet through a drilled hole? That would not leave a sharp edge on either side and harm the canvas when not in use. I cant see whats on the other side and assume it somewhat open. IF it is in a position that will not contact the canvas or anything else so to speak. MAYBE a couple of sheet metal screw through the metal track, canvas and out the other side. Small screws that are not too long.
I also would try to see why it is pulling at that corner and try to prevent that stress in the future.
Does this sound do-able?
What ever you do. Sooner than later is good advice to prevent further damage to the canvas and the interior as well.
BigDfromTN
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OK, I see now.
This is a hybrid and the rubber seal is for when the bed is closed. right?
You may want to pull the rubber weather strip back and install your fastener from that direction then re glue the strip back in place. If any sticks out on the inside you can file it down so as not to be sharp or cover that with something to protect from damage.
Best of Luck and keep us posted.
This is a hybrid and the rubber seal is for when the bed is closed. right?
You may want to pull the rubber weather strip back and install your fastener from that direction then re glue the strip back in place. If any sticks out on the inside you can file it down so as not to be sharp or cover that with something to protect from damage.
Best of Luck and keep us posted.
Sorry it's taken me so long to respond about our results. I don't have a picture, but I wanted to let you know that we were able to correct this by prying open the metal that was holding the tent, scraping out all the old glue, re-inserting the tent edge and clamping it down again. Good as new. Seems very tight too. Thanks for all your help!
BigDfromTN
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Great, Glad you worked it out!!!
