Super cord for a Deuce

[DHennon]

I am looking for a suppler for the cordage to fasten down my new cargo cover. The cordage that came with the top keeps breaking.

I have been told Beechwood and WeeBee are suppliers, but other than the name, I have no other info on the companies.

Thanks for you help.

 

[Troll1216]

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/conversations/40654-super-cord-group-buy.html

Mr search option is your friend

Page two of the above link has a few sources listed.

 

[shenkmen]

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/deuce/36521-rubber-cord.html#post398258

 

[Warthog]

Rubber Cord (Super Rope) For Military Truck Cargo Covers and Cab Tops

 

[drgreg]

I think Doghead is on a similar mission, pm him.

 

[kastein]

I got mine from eriks mil surplus (Warthog's link.) It actually came preattached to my soft top from them. Erik is a great guy, will buy from him any time he has what I need.

 

[doghead]

Erik's website shows they are out of it.

I just received an email back today from GMA and they will sell it for $2.50/ft plus shipping.

 

[drgreg]

I just received an email back today from GMA and they will sell it for $2.50/ft plus shipping.

Did you say GMA or Kennys ???

 

[steelandcanvas]

Erik's website shows they are out of it.

I just received an email back today from GMA and they will sell it for $2.50/ft plus shipping.

I think I'd wait until Erik has his back in stock. $0.92 vs $2.50? No brainer there.

 

[KsM715]

Is the stuff from McMastercarr different from GMA's?

http://www.mcmaster.com/#bungee-cord-hooks/=dafjos

 

[kennys@wi.rr.com]

Did you say GMA or Kennys ???

I do not charge by the foot. And I think I am very cheap. For what I charge, not as a person.

 

[doghead]

McMaster Carr does not have 1/4" epdm cord, they have 5/16".

The cord in my cover measures 1/4"

 

[Nonotagain]

McMaster Carr does not have 1/4" epdm cord, they have 5/16".

The cord in my cover measures 1/4"

Grainger has EPDM 1/4" cord, though only listed in 10' lengths for $6.54.

I purchased some rubber tube off eBay a while back for around $30 for a little over a 100 feet.

The seller was justharris , but it also looks like he's out of stock.

 

[jasonjc]

McMaster Carr does not have 1/4" epdm cord, they have 5/16".

The cord in my cover measures 1/4"

True but the 5/16 epdm is only$0.46 per ft. A lot cheaper than Erick's or GMA.

Or they also have polyurethane cord (they call it a premiun cord) for $0.74 per ft still cheaper.

Just saying

 

[wbdodgeiv]

I dont have a cargo cover (yet), but on my soft top I replaced the rubber cord with some rope. It is a bit long on one side and I just use a truckers hitch to snug it up, easy and for me - free.

 

[ctmustang]

I just go to my local surplus store and buy 3/8" rope the kind that will last a few years and its 3 color camo if you can believe that.
CT

 

[doghead]

I know other cheaper choices are available but I am concerned about UV, Ozone, and general weather resistance.

 

[ctmustang]

I know other cheaper choices are available but I am concerned about UV, Ozone, and general weather resistance.

Yeah but for the cost of a bundle of rope every 3-5 years verses the cost of the rubber cord I guess I'll keep with the rope
CT

 

[Heavysteven]

McMaster Carr does not have 1/4" epdm cord, they have 5/16".

The cord in my cover measures 1/4"

You are correct it's a little thicker but it works. I got mine from mcmaster a year ago still looks and feels new.

 

[drgreg]

I know other cheaper choices are available but I am concerned about UV, Ozone, and general weather resistance.

I guess nothing can handle chronic halitosis, but we're looking.