[davela]

I know you want to try and fix it yourself, which is admirable, but if you want an economical sure fire repair try Youxin Yee. He usually charges around $140 or so and does a great job. I've had even cheaper curtain replacement done locally by professionals (L.A. area), but Youxin is the man for me right now for most curtain work on bottom loaders! If you want to do it yourself I'd recommend trying to find a professional to provide advice and guidance, some amateurs have achieved this. There are some pretty good techs out there, but no one owns the scepter of knowledge.

Best of luck.