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If you can't take it back have you got the little bottle of seam settlant that it came with?

I'm assuming you got this as it came with my monty 6, and some material to patch with, and a spare guy. All in the peg bag.

Our Monty 12 had a couple of drips quite near to the doors after a night of heavy rain and wind - not too bad at all considering how bad the weather was. I know that everyone would prefer a tent that doesn't leak but a few dabs of seam sealant should do the trick. Just bear in mind you may have to remove the offending seam tape which is applied at the factory and seal the whole seam if necessary.

The outwell cards that are attached to the bag tell you all about it.

Enjoy your tent.

Steve

Quote: Originally posted by lemabejaho on 14/3/2007

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Bought our tent last spring and used a couple of times last year. Rains in August caused leaks in a couple of places around the sides of the tent - by peg and guy rope ties. We assumed we could just put something - sealant? - around the stitching at a later date. Anyone have any suggestions? (we kind of assumed that this happens to everyone and didn't think of contacting supplier - too late now!)

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The warranty should still cover this, if you purchased under 12 months ago.

I'd ring the supplier, before attempting to fix it. You never know; you might be pleasantly surprised!

Best of luck, whatever you decide.

Sorry I didn't make myself too clear - I would also try your supplier first, but don't be too disheartened if you don't get it replaced.

Use of seam sealant is quite normal once they have been used a few times.

Steve