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Posted by bheiser1 on August 23, 2007 at 3:14:11 pm EDT
In reply to Backpack restoration posted by rexim on July 19, 2007 at 8:56:16 am EDT

Speaking of replacing waist belts in old Kelty frame packs... back in the late 70's when I used my D4 extensively, I replaced the stock belt with what was then an upgrade - it's a padded belt with the cam buckle.

But, while better than the original, this belt isn't very comfortable, because it's still a 2-piece belt, with each piece being fastened to the side posts.

Is there a true wrap-around waist "harness" system available like the ones used on the newer packs? This (the uncomforgable belt) is the one thing that might push me into "upgrading" to a new internal frame pack if I really do get into backpacking again. Hmm, but then I'd miss out on the novelty of carrying an "antique" on the trail ;-).

Apologies if I've hijacked the thread, but this is closely related :).

But back to the OP's question... I just did a similar cleanup of my (only 1 yr old) Kelty Redwing 3100 (day pack). It had lots of the "sweat salts" all over the pack and on the shoulder straps, and was pretty well impregnated with fine Sierra dust. I must admit it even smelled "less than desireable".

I have one of those "spray nozzles on a hose" in my shower, so I just took the pack in there, and used some unscented laundry soap and a scrub brush. No more stink and dirt! :)
I hung it upside down by the belt in the shower for a day, and it dried right out.

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