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September 1st 03, 01:38 AM
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Okay, why not chains, other than the obvious solid tugging that occurs, but methinks that could be negated by using a heavy cable tied down at several intervals with powerline anchors, that way the tugging would be absorbed by the cable. Ray ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sooner or later, dealing with chains will ding your airplane. All it takes is one bad 'slap' of a chain and you could be needing touch up paint..... or worse. FWIW... Don't trust chains by looks. Know the breaking strength . Use five times what you think you need. About that point you may find chain is far too cumbersome for the application. 8-( So.... Nylon rope is superior to dacron or poly. Manila is a joke. 1/2 inch double braided nylon... Working load - 1630 pounds 5/8 inch double braided nylon... Working load - 2800 pounds Larger, if it helps you sleep nights. g P.S. Don't forget about UV deterioration. Might wanna try..... 303 Aerospace Protectant http://www.303products.com/main.php?infopage=protectant If I'm wrong... Never mind. Barnyard BOb -- 
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