{"product_id":"replacement-ykk-zipper-slider","title":"Replacement YKK® Zipper \u0026 Slider","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eFits Standard, Mini \u0026amp; Manger Hay Pillow\u003c\/span\u003e® Slow Feed Hay Bags\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA damaged zipper doesn't mean it's time to replace your Hay Pillow®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore your Hay Pillow quickly and economically, with our genuine \u003cb\u003eYKK® replacement zipper and slider\u003c\/b\u003e. Whether your zipper has experienced years of heavy use or has been damaged by impact, replacing the zipper is a simple repair that can extend the life of your Hay Pillow for many more years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe replacement zipper is intentionally supplied longer than required so it can be \u003cb\u003etrimmed to fit\u003c\/b\u003e your specific Hay Pillow model. The same zipper fits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/standard-hay-pillow-slow-feeder-hay-bag\"\u003eStandard Hay Pillow\u003c\/a\u003e®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mini-hay-pillow\"\u003eMini Hay Pillow\u003c\/a\u003e®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/manger-hay-pillow-rectangle-feeder\"\u003eManger Hay Pillow\u003c\/a\u003e®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply cut the zipper to the proper length during installation. Instructions provided below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Replace the Zipper?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHay Pillow® bags are built from heavy-duty materials designed to withstand years of daily feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe zipper, however, is one of the few moving components on the bag. While we use premium \u003cb\u003eYKK® zippers\u003c\/b\u003e, severe impact or improper use can occasionally damage the zipper teeth or slider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon causes include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses stepping directly on the zipper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Hay Pillow being dragged or repeatedly rubbed across concrete or hard surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses anchoring the bag by standing on the zipper area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy impact that distorts the zipper teeth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYears of normal wear after extensive daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the zipper teeth become bent or distorted, the slider may no longer align the teeth correctly, making the zipper difficult—or impossible—to open or close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortunately, replacing the zipper is an inexpensive repair that restores full function without replacing the entire Hay Pillow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium YKK® Quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe exclusively use \u003cb\u003eYKK® zippers\u003c\/b\u003e, recognized worldwide for their exceptional strength, reliability, and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike inexpensive generic zippers, YKK components are designed to withstand demanding agricultural and equestrian environments while providing smooth, dependable operation year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eProtecting Your Zipper\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single most important thing you can do to maximize zipper life is to \u003cb\u003efully close the zipper \u003c\/b\u003eafter filling your Hay Pillow® and\u003cb\u003e fold both protective flaps back over the zipper.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Hay Pillow was intentionally designed with an \u003cstrong\u003eupper and lower protective flap system\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen properly positioned, these flaps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely cover the zipper and slider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect the pull tab from catching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShield the zipper from dirt, sand and hay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce abrasion from rubbing against stalls, trailers and fencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp prevent horses from stepping directly on the zipper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly extend zipper life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the flaps are left open, the zipper is exposed to constant impact and debris, which can eventually make it feel stiff or cause premature wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProper Flap Position\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCorrect\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e Bottom flap completely covers the zipper and slider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e Deep enough to retain the pull tab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e Lays flat underneath the upper protective flap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncorrect\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e Bottom flap too short to cover the zipper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e Zipper exposed to dirt, hay and impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e Slider and pull tab left vulnerable to abrasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasy to Repair\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing the zipper is much easier than replacing the entire Hay Pillow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost experienced sewers can install a new zipper in \u003cb\u003e15–20 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend taking your Hay Pillow to a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal tailor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorse blanket repair shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle repair shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpholstery shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanvas repair shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany shops can complete the repair while you wait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Genuine YKK® zipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Matching YKK® slider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe zipper is \u003cstrong\u003esupplied extra long and is trimmed during installation\u003c\/strong\u003e to fit your Hay Pillow model.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hay Pillow® ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45645089046735,"sku":"HPZIPPER","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1760\/1999\/files\/Hay_Pillow_YKK_Zipper_Closeup.jpg?v=1785192262","url":"https:\/\/www.thehaypillow.com\/products\/replacement-ykk-zipper-slider","provider":"Hay Pillow® ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}