hi guys just seeing if anyone has any tips on how to reduce the were on a slingshot de-power line as i and sick of paying for new ones.
Some use surf wax but I dont like to.
Try a silicone based lube from a boating store.
Pretty sure it's just a standard rope you can buy from a boat chandler. I think we've had a few posts on this before.
I definitely wouldn't be paying 5x more for a brand name rope... Be careful as too much lube may stop the cleat from grabbing.
Check this thread: Chicken Loop Rope replacements?
www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=42949
www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=41237&SearchTerms=bar,improvments#top
Have a look at this link, it's the go
I have never done this however I have used a kite that has had it done. The owner tells me that he removes the depower line and dip into melted candle wax. The wax had been melted over a pot od boiling water. Apparently it prolongs the life by five times.
i had this problem with most of the fuels i have had . i use my kites alot and wear out a lot of chicken loops 1 every 2 months . but i do use them mainly in the wave so theres a lot of movement . so i decide to make a roller bar out of stainless steel and also move the ends of the bar just a bit , you will have to remove the screws and drill new holes . when you fly the kite have a look where the rope is rubbing on the top or bottom of the hole in the bar this will give you a guide to where the bar ends will have to be moved ( less than 1mm) doing this has worked great and it is now 4 months with no problems .
heres what i have done hope this helps
