Original TK Belts

[TK_LEPER]

I can't sew, and need to come up with another solution (other than stitching velcro to my belt strap). I don't think velcro was even out at the time, so do you think they just used snaps then? I suppose I could try some E-6000 on the back of the velcro? Other than that I don't know what to do? Help!

 

Jess

Edited May 4, 2010 by jawa001

[Wildabeast[TK]]

Fabric glue...

[TK4205]

I hear fabric glue works for attaching velcro.

 

Good luck.

[TK_LEPER]

Is there one that you've tried? Because I tried some before, and it didn't stick at all. Total waste of money.

[flukestarbucker[501st]]

Is there one that you've tried? Because I tried some before, and it didn't stick at all. Total waste of money.

I use Fabric-Tac. It sticks very well..........I used it to build a pair of clone boots by gluing marine vinyl to a pair of hi-top shoes. Three years later, no issues with the vinyl coming off. Can be found at most fabric stores.

[Shooter]

The tape on industrial strength velcro is very strong by itself if you let it cure for 24 hours (despite them not recommending it on fabric) You may want to add some fabric glue just to be safe or just take it to a local seamstress.

[TK_LEPER]

Kool! Thanks guys!

[Billhag]

I can't sew, and need to come up with another solution (other than stitching velcro to my belt strap). I don't think velcro was even out at the time, so do you think they just used snaps then? I suppose I could try some E-6000 on the back of the velcro? Other than that I don't know what to do? Help!

 

Jess

 

 

Jess

Velcro was invented in 1941 mate and you'll find that NASA used heaps of the stuff on their

space/flight suits before and after the moon landing

Was in on the original belts?,...all indications would say YES!!.

 

If you really don't fancy sewing it on to your belt then a good strong fabric glue should work

if not then a flexable CA glue will work a treat

[Obievon[501st]]

I used E6000 and the industral velcro. Works great and it is flexible.

[TK_LEPER]

Doh! :B Suppose I could have Googled Velcro before I posted that question. Thanks for the info sir, I sincerely appreciate it!

[TK_LEPER]

I used E6000 and the industral velcro. Works great and it is flexible.

 

Wow, both!?

[Obievon[501st]]

yep, its been working great so far. E6000 is great stuff.

[TK_LEPER]

yep, its been working great so far. E6000 is great stuff.

 

 

Well, I have both of those, so ... I might try that, thanks!

[Sgt Steve]

I myself don't sew well at all! Pint of blood for one Sgt "hook's" per sleve! I get this non-sticky back very tuff industral velcro and CA glue. Used it on ABS to cloth, and works pretty well.

[Quinn_101]

If you havn't started your belt, look up Firebladejedi's tutorial on belt making. I just did mine, struggle, looks "decent", just needs cleaning up.

I would be interested to see a non-sewn belt though =D

[darthfoster[501st]]

Try taking the velcro and belt to a shoe repair shop if your lucky enough to have one. They have the industrial sewing machines and usually charge 5-10 bucks at the most to get it on for you.

 

Had to shorten mine and our local shop charge me 7.00 to remove the velcro shorten the belt and reattach. My sewing skills are not up to imperial standards as well