New Canvas and Installing Snaps

Aqua_Aura

I got my new front windscreen canvas today but I forgot that I will need to install the snaps on the canvas. Looking for some info for which tool to use as I know some of you on here have had to do this before. There is a few different styles on Amazon I am sure they do the same thing.

I did find this video which is helpful. Not rocket science just never looked into it before

https://youtu.be/lTfKfLu7z_E

I ordered from PM Winter Covers and it took 3 weeks to get here, if anyone is wondering.

davidbrooks

This is the one you want. Will not be happy with cheap ones. https://www.sailrite.com/Pres-N-Snap-Fastener-Tool

TonyA

I bought this one for 40.00. Works great.  
DianMan Heavy-Duty Snap Fastener Pliers (Adjustable Setter, 2 Interchangeable Dies) Snap Installation Set Hand Tools for Fastening, Replacing Metal Snaps, Repairing Boat Covers, Canvas (Black) From amazon

aero3113

@TonyA , your link isn’t working.

@Aqua_Aura I bought a kit like this, I actually used it today to add some snaps to my cockpit cover. I was surprised at how well they worked. You’ll also need a pair of hole punch pliers to punch the holes.

DianMan Heavy-Duty Snap Fastener Pliers (Adjustable Setter, 2 Interchangeable Dies) Snap Installation Set Hand Tools for Fastening, Replacing Metal Snaps, Repairing Boat Covers, Canvas (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L8GLPTX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KdKFFbJJZ44FD

aero3113

@TonyA I just realized we posted the same link, LoL

LaRea

Compound-action pliers (vise-grips, like like @aero3113 posted) are definitely best.  The one I have is like regular pliers, but heavy-duty.  It's okay, but it relies on Superman grip strength, which I'm starting to lose because of old injuries.  

TonyA

@larea there was a pair of them on the boat when I bought it. Bent them out of shape by the third snap. The vice grip one’s work great. 

Aqua_Aura

Thanks. I will look into all of those, I only have maybe 10-12 snaps to do. 

YYZRC

davidbrooks said:

This is the one you want. Will not be happy with cheap ones. https://www.sailrite.com/Pres-N-Snap-Fastener-Tool

Agreed with @davidbrooks - I spent the extra for this tool after trying the junk home made channellock pliers. The proper tool is brilliant. 

Aqua_Aura

For $150 if this is all I do with it I may pay the canvas shop to do it. I'm sure something else will come up in the future and probably need it though b

davidbrooks

I use mine every year. Always breaking off snaps.

Aqua_Aura

I ordered the Sailrite tool. Very long story but all the stuff on Amazon doesn't meet my requirements. 

I'll post some pictures when I get the tool and use it just in case it should come up in the future for others. 

YYZRC

You will not be disappointed.

Aqua_Aura

I'm sending them to you for a full refund if I have an issue 😁

Just noticed this is my 999 comment, it's like waiting for the odometer to roll over to 100,000

YYZRC

What are you sending me and @davidbrooks when you declare you love them? 

reneechris14

cookies and cake 🎂 😋 

Aqua_Aura

@YYZRC you said I wouldn't be disappointed so if I am I was gonna send them to you for a refund. Figured you were offering to guarantee them. I always hear how you Canadians are so nice 😁