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Silicon · 9th Mar 2023, 6:04 pm

I have often wondered if the type of woven nylon straps used for rucksacks, etc could be used to replace the steel strip.

The ends of the nylon fibres would have to be sealed by heat/flame.
It may be possible to open up a hole on the nylon strap (for mounting bolts) with a pointed bradawl.

9th Mar 2023, 6:04 pm	#3
Silicon Nonode Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coulsdon, London, UK. Posts: 2,169	Re: Grundig TK 35 Carrying Handle Repair I have often wondered if the type of woven nylon straps used for rucksacks, etc could be used to replace the steel strip. The ends of the nylon fibres would have to be sealed by heat/flame. It may be possible to open up a hole on the nylon strap (for mounting bolts) with a pointed bradawl.