STORMSURE LATEX 3D SOCKS REPAIR KIT (Pair)

This kit contains all the components that you need to replace the socks on a drysuit. Full instructions are on the pack. Make a good quality water tight repair at a fraction of the cost of sending the suit away for repair.

Latex socks come in two types 2D and 3D. 2D socks are flat whereas 3D socks have a foot shape moulded in. An important difference is the dimension across the top which determines which type can be fitted to which suit. Measure the ankle of the suit where the new sock is to be fitted. If you measure this flat across and then double it you get the circumference. Ideally the suit should be 1-2cm bigger than the sock which allows the latex to slightly stretch which gives the best finish. If the sock is bigger than the suit you will end up with creases in the latex which will probably leak.

Stormsure 3D Latex Socks

High Quality Latex made in the UK

Size: Large

Top Sock: 133mm diameter

Bottom Sole length: 290mm

Height: 290mm

Stormoprene Adhesive

Stormoprene Hypalon Adhesive is a specially formulated 2-part poly-chloroprene based adhesive system for high-performance bonding of Hypalon and other natural and synthetic rubber surfaces that require high strength bonds for use in demanding applications.

Formulated for use in the manufacture and repair of RIBs, inflatable boats, liferafts, diving suits, wet suits and other marine and industrial applications that specify resistance to salt water, oil, fuels etc. 

Directions:

1. Cut off the damaged seal, leaving the part of the suit where the factory seal is attached to the fabric. The new seal will be glued over the old factory seal edge.

2. Slide the new seal into the factory edge and put an elastic band or bungee around the suit to keep it in place. Slide some silicone/wax paper under the cut off edge to keep glue from sticking to the seal, or you can put wax on the seal.

3. Clean the edge of the suit and the new seal edge with solvent (the side with the stripes is the inside.) Gently sand paper it to roughen the surface. Do not let the seal stick out too far, as the small end of the seal should not be stretched over it. It might cause the new seal to slide out of position.

4. Slide the seal on over the factory rubber area. You can put elastic bands around to keep the new seal from sliding.

5. Roll back the new seal so that the 2cm edge that was over the old suit is now facing up. Apply a thin layer of Stormoprene Contact Adhesive to each side. Wait 5 minutes and apply a second layer of adhesive to each side. Use a spatula or knife to apply the glue. When the glue is touch dry, roll the new latex seal right into place over the rubber part of the old seal. It bonds instantly. Press firmly over the glue area to ensure full adhesion.

6. Take your time.