Steve -
I used the straps specifically because I could get the exhaust as high as
possible. I have my exhaust on the BJ8 hanging only about 1/4" below the
frame in all places. I used a floor jack to position the exhaust then
tightened up the straps. Great set up.
Alan
'52 A90
'53 BN1
'59 Jag Mk IX
'64 BJ8
On Sun, Nov 15, 2009 at 10:31 PM, Steve B. Gerow <steveg@abrazosdata.com>wrote:
> They're original style - on the roadsters they're used in both tension and
> shear but not compression.
>
> Not sure it would be possible to use the straps without the exhaust hanging
> down further which is not acceptable.
>
> The idea of modifying the original designs by turning them upside down or
> otherwise supporting them to put them in compression is intriguing - I may
> work on that angle. I can see how that would put a lot less strain on the
> glued joints.
> --
> Steve Gerow
> BN6
>
>
> Oudesluys wrote:
> >
> > Are those rubbers the original construction method? I can hardly believe
> > that as these are really for compression only. Better modify the
> > construction using exhaust straps, rubber/fiber strips with a series of
> > holes to adapt the length, or make some U brackets so that you can use
> > the rubbers being compressed.
> > Kees Oudesluijs
> > NL
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