61 ragtop strap connection

[roadkingdoc]

Anyone know where the end of this strap connects to? thanks

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[GB2S]

I thinks is loops around the rod in front, then stitches to itself.

Geoff
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1963 Ragtop

[roadkingdoc]

is this the area of the rod it attaches to? thanks

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[GB2S]

Yes, As I understand, that webbing is there to help keep the rods aligned as you close the top. I guess the pull / tension would be on the webbing. Alot of ragtops no longer have this material, and this original webbing material is no longer available.
Would you please measure the length so I can make some out of nylon material.
I think the straps from a kids backpack would work. Going to search the Goodwill to fins a color I like.

Geoff
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1963 Ragtop

[GB2S]

Looking at your pics again I bet the end of the strap screws or is riveted to the piece in front. A loop would cause a bump in the top.


Geoff
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1963 Ragtop

[roadkingdoc]

good idea. i will measure it. i only have the one section. i dont know if it is complete? will look tommorow. this exploded view doesnt seem to help alot.

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[roadkingdoc]

GB2S i bought two new of these cotton braided straps. i will picture them and measure them when they are in my hands. i am also being sent some instructions which i hope will show where they go.

[GB2S]

RKD, where did you find them? How much? Thanks for the info.

Geoff
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1963 Ragtop

[bill may]

[zozo]

I'm also in need of some, and will sure appreciate your sharing the information. Thank you.

[my59]

The originals were riveted on.
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[roadkingdoc]

the remaining strap(as pictured in the first post) was pinched between the roller mechanism and the plate on top of it held by two screws where it connects to the middle roller bar. i dont know if the po did this or it is factory as the sunroof mech has been recovered. i would like to make sure the parts i ordered are what i am looking for before i comment on where they came from. they should be here next week and i will post when they are in my hands. thanks

[smitty24]

I made my own by going to the hardware store and getting a couple feet of strapping material that is over by the rope and cable or camping supplies. much cheaper and you fold the ends over once and use rivets to secure to the bar.

[roadkingdoc]

good idea. i thought about some nylon from a light tie down strap. probably last longer than the og cotton strap. i would like to stay og if possible. we will see.

[roadkingdoc]

here are the nos ragtop straps i ordered. (chucks convertibles $12/pair)
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i am told they go here
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[GB2S]

One on each side?

Geoff
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1963 Ragtop

[bill may]

[DerekR]

Bad cell phone picture but when installed correctly the strap takes the strain instead of the canvas when closing.

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63 Ruby Red Double Cab
60 SO 23 Westfalia SWR/BG Camper
59 Dove Blue Standard Kombi

[roadkingdoc]

thanks for the picture. what kind of rivets or screws are used toward the front of the strap? thanks

[DerekR]

Here are some better pictures. The front is riveted to the strap. I used a washer on each side for the rivet to hold onto.

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63 Ruby Red Double Cab
60 SO 23 Westfalia SWR/BG Camper
59 Dove Blue Standard Kombi