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How to fix zipper-pulls on back pack? Is there an effective substitute that's easy to come by?

I've replaced a broken pull (just the tab part that lets you get a grip on the slider) with a small split ring, similar to what are used for key rings only smaller. These are available in hardware or ...
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How to fix zipper-pulls on back pack? Is there an effective substitute that's easy to come by?

Depending on how large the opening in the slider is, you might be able to slide a piece of small cord1 through- even better if you can double the cord and tie a larks head knot- then finish off by ...
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Close expandable zip on luggage without pull tag

slide a paperclip through the hole, where the original item was attached.
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How to fix zipper-pulls on back pack? Is there an effective substitute that's easy to come by?

Check out this link on how you can do it using sugru and a paper clip. https://sugru.com/sport-outdoor/fix-any-zip-with-sugru
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How to fix zipper-pulls on back pack? Is there an effective substitute that's easy to come by?

Check out this material from Indiegogo.com. It's a moldable plastic material that you just heat up in water to soften it. Another product called FORMcard does the same thing. I fixed a broken zipper ...
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Open closed zipper without pull tab

Insert the ring of a key chain into the zipper slot.
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