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11-27-2011, 06:40 AM #1
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Thanked: 983Thanks for the prompt replies so far gents. What I have found and tried is 2" nylon webbing, not overly fussed on it, as it doesn't compliment (my) 'roo hide strops very well, and some (slightly but noticably) narrower than 2.5" woven cotton. The cotton is far better, but only available in the one size. I don't want to be going around and cutting strips out of canvas sheet etc as I don't want the frayed edges that go with it, I'm open to ideas/knowledge/insight with this though.
SRD actually has a choice of three or four back strop materials on offer in both 2 and 3"...What I'm after is something in 2.5 to 3" wide with a preference towards natural fibres (cotton, linen, canvas etc) and a preference to 2.5" in all honesty.
While I'm on the subject, I'm also looking out for different types of hardware for strops...Anyone direct me towards a supplier of that sort of thing to look at as well?
Mick
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11-27-2011, 07:41 AM #2
I probably should have mentioned that I backed the canvas with thin rubber using 3m spray adhesive to keep the canvas from fraying.
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11-27-2011, 10:12 AM #3
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Thanked: 983This is good, now this is one idea I can work with if I have to. Thanks.
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11-27-2011, 12:30 PM #4
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The 3M SUPER 77 adhesive is a good product, however I would suggest avoiding its use on a porous material. Rubber on wood, sure....leather on wood, I'd do that too. It may have worked, but I'd stay away because that product has a 4 time expansion rate.
To stop the frayed ends on canvas, use a small bead of crazy glue. To stop the ends on poly-webbing, use a lighter and melt them. Keep a glass of cold water near by. Melt the edges, dip your fingers in the cold water, and mould the frays together.
I second cpcohen's post. Check a mechanic's garage or junk collector for racing seat belts. Although...if that's the route, they are often somewhat fire retardant, so you'll have to use a bit more heat to melt the frays (I used a cigar lighter when I made my racing-seatbelt-strop).
Good luck
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11-27-2011, 02:16 PM #5
Also, If you have any fabric stores near you, Like the one's the Ladies use to buy bolts of fabric used in sewing or dress making. I've found some interesting material in those type places.
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11-27-2011, 03:26 PM #6
I used the 76 and not the 77. The 76 is specifically designed for use with fabrics. It is the same stuff used to glue the felt on pool table slates. If you could get your hands on some type of thin fabric or strong paper underlayment you could probably use mounting adhesive which would work even better with the canvas.
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11-27-2011, 11:39 AM #7
Try this link, Mick.
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Hope it helpsHang on and enjoy the ride...
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