Repairing cap threads

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Snowbeast

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Is there a way to refurbish the threads on a Jr. Gent cap?

I have a FP that likes to unthread itself, usually in my pocket.:mad: After ruining a new shirt yesterday, I am trying to see if there is a way to renew/refurbish the threads so they will 'grip' better.

The thread insert is secure in the cap and the threads appear to be in good shape. They just seem to work themselves loose. I am hesitant to just crank it down tighter for fear of stripping the plastic threads and having an even bigger issue.

I like the pen and would like to keep using it, but I have been threatened with bodily harm if I ruin another new shirt (or an old one for that matter!)

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Wash the shirt yourself---use spot remover on the spot, don't dry the shirt---wash it a second time, use spot remover again---if you are lucky, the spot is gone (2 out of three of mine were removed---the third was a knit shirt--it is SHOT!!)

As for the pen, you CAN put a rubber o ring around the base of the nose of the pen and it will help---but it isn't pretty for those who look closely.
 
Thanx Ed. Several wash/pre-treat cycles have failed to budge the stain. The dry cleaner is the next step. But, I think it's toast.

Didn't think about an o-ring. I'll give it a shot. Since it's my personal carry pen, I don't think it will be a visual problem.
 
Your shirt isn't ruined. Just asking to be dyed another colour. :wink: Ed's suggestion is as good as you can get without replacing the threaded portions from another kit.
 
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