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Source for Tow line

To: DrMayf <drmayf@teknett.com>, List Land Speed
Subject: Source for Tow line
From: "Bryan A. Savage Jr" <basavage@earthlink.net>
Date: Tue, 04 Sep 2001 09:45:09 -0700
Mayf,
I suggest checking with the chute manufactures. You amy fine something
of interest at: http://www.louisagreen.com/
Bryan

DrMayf wrote:
> 
> Thanks, all, for the help on chute tow lines. I now use the correct
> terminology as you can see. Last year, 2000, I looked at the BTW car and
> John had the tow extended through the use of a small nylon strap type line.
> Also had relocated it up a bit. His added line was fairly small and even the
> new metal pieces to transfer the load looked small to me. But it worked.
> Remember Joe pulling the chute on the long slide when the rear disk brake
> exploded. As to the loads, yes there is a jerk factor, the derivative of
> acceleration. This puts a big load on very fast, hence the need for a
> stretchable line. As to how long it should be, well, long enough that it is
> not a factor in helping the car: too long and it won't blossom when you need
> it. Too short and it jerks. Now what I was looking for, is a source for the
> extra tow line. I HAVE chatted with Jim Deist, some time ago, and even have
> a sketch on where to mount etc. But wasn't my question... I still need a
> source for added tow line..
> 
> mayf

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