A couple of the rear "tie-downs" have broken so I need to replace the elastic cord on a couple of these individual canvas hold downs or latches.
I know it's been posted before but what's the source for this material (sold by the foot or meter I presume) and what's the process by which I would cut it to length and then somehow crimp or finish off the ends?
Any wisdom on this subject would be very much appreciated.
elastic cord material question
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elastic cord material question
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1974 712M - sold
1973 710M - sold
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1974 712M - sold
1973 710M - sold
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elastic cord
I know the cord comes from SAV but can't remember the price. Have also seen it on Ebay and when I was in Ramona Jim had some that he got from there.
The ear clamps can be gotten from Fastenal http://www.fastenal.com/web/search/prod ... 4z08&Nty=0
I got some from a hose installation company when I was in Seattle some time back. The old ones can be reshaped, but new is better. I crimp mine with a pair of end nippers similar to the ones used for putting up barbed wire fences.
The ear clamps can be gotten from Fastenal http://www.fastenal.com/web/search/prod ... 4z08&Nty=0
I got some from a hose installation company when I was in Seattle some time back. The old ones can be reshaped, but new is better. I crimp mine with a pair of end nippers similar to the ones used for putting up barbed wire fences.
Any man who thinks he can be happy and prosperous by letting the government take care of him:
better take a closer look at the American Indian.---Henry Ford
better take a closer look at the American Indian.---Henry Ford
Both can also be sourced from McMaster-Carr. I think this is the cord, #9616K16 and these are the clamps, #54105K41 but I would measure both first to be sure.
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Paul
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Paul
Paul C.
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ebay usually had it for $25. otherwise here: http://www.autohaulersupply.com/index.p ... ail&p=4742
Solid core rubber rope
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1973 712m
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