fabric repair

[N9657]

I have some small repairs necessary on the inspection holes at the rear of the fusealage on my M5. Every mechanic I have talked to refuses to work on Razorback. From what I have been able to learn this fabric is a strong and durable covering. Why is it treated like a redheaded stepchild? All I keep hearing is replace it with poly-fiber or stits. I feel I would like to make the repairs myself but cannot find any info on the procedures. Any information would be appreciated.

[maules.com]

Ceconite patches work. Flake the paint away around the hole and cut patch to fit with 2" overlap then glue to the razorback with butyrate thinned seamseal. Shrink tight then silver it, prime it and paint.

[N9657]

Thanks Jeremy. I ordered some butyrite from aircraft spruce. What is the silver you refer to.

[maules.com]

Silver....is auminium flakes you mix with the butyrate dope and paint on the fabric for UV protection before applying paint.

[Green Hornet]

I have a seam on the right elevator that is separating. It began as a 1 inch and now has grown to @ 3 inches. Is there a material, method to repair or patch ?

[maules.com]

Most likely it is the tape lifting. If so the buy some gel type instant glue.
Feed very small amounts under the tape with a knife blade and press together. I have best luck when I place an apropriate weight on it to hold it down for a bit but not enough to depress the fabric.