Replace snap on a cover?

[theskunk]

I have no idea whether this fits in the technical discussion, but since it will likely involve tools, swearing, trips to [Lowes|Home Depot] and beer, I'm under the assumption that this fits!

The snaps in the center of my cover have come un-done (for the ones that support to keep water from pooling). My cover is one of the Carver Customs from NautiqueParts.com made of snubbers, but I can't seem to figure out how to replace them in an easy fashion.

Suggestions?

[2002sansac]

Are these the typical domed, chrome (on the exterior of cover) and have the female snap (with steel ring inserted in)? These are standard marine types, You can get a package of these at hardware store, includes the die and swedge tool that you smack with a hammer to install.

[nukemustang]

It sucks if you only have to do one, but.... there is a "proper" tool... called the "hoover pres-n-snap" tool. I bought one a few weeks ago to put the snaps in the new ski locker carpet. I ended up finding it on 4th of july sale for just over $120 shipped. (ouch...)

I have never had luck with the bottom form and post you try to hammer the rivet end over with, as pictured above.

You might be able to just call a local canvas shop, I am sure for $10 they will put a snap in there for you and you will save ordering them online and the frustration of trying to get one to hold correctly.

Tim