Shock cord replacement?

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Shock cord replacement?

Sat 30 Jul, 2022 11:49 am

I need to a shock cord replacement.
The stuff used by Helsport doesn't seem to be as high quality as other brands and has only lasted for 3 white seasons.
Is the 2mm sold by TierGear recommended or would the 3mm be better?
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Re: Shock cord replacement?

Sat 30 Jul, 2022 1:10 pm

You can also get shock cord from boating shops and Bunnings…

Not sure about 2 vs 3 mm.

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Re: Shock cord replacement?

Sat 30 Jul, 2022 1:21 pm

You might also check this person out. I have tried his (non shock) cords and have been happy with communication and the quality. Also very quick service.

Address: 48-50 Argyle Road, GREENBANK QLD 4124

Email: camscords@bigpond.com

Mobile: 0431 566 550

https://www.camscords.com.au/collections/shockcord
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Re: Shock cord replacement?

Sat 30 Jul, 2022 5:02 pm

Moondog55 wrote:Is the 2mm sold by TierGear recommended or would the 3mm be better?


There's a marked difference between TG's 2mm and 3mm bungy. Depends on what you want it to do.
TG bungy is quality stuff.
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Re: Shock cord replacement?

Sat 30 Jul, 2022 8:23 pm

Lamont wrote:
Moondog55 wrote:Is the 2mm sold by TierGear recommended or would the 3mm be better?


There's a marked difference between TG's 2mm and 3mm bungy. Depends on what you want it to do.
TG bungy is quality stuff.


I'm selling the tent, I don't want to sell it in less than excellent condition but want to minimise my loss
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Re: Shock cord replacement?

Mon 01 Aug, 2022 6:34 pm

Ask Simon. Reckon he'll know. I'm interested as well, as I need to replace some of mine.
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Re: Shock cord replacement?

Mon 01 Aug, 2022 6:49 pm

OK Good idea so I just did that
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Re: Shock cord replacement?

Tue 02 Aug, 2022 10:33 am

Moondog55 wrote:OK Good idea so I just did that

And he says that 2mm is fine and good; so that's what I'll get.
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Re: Shock cord replacement?

Tue 02 Aug, 2022 10:47 am

Goodo
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