fcajump 164 #1 May 1, 2008 Pulled out some unused #6 SS Rapide Mallion Links and was very dissappointed to find the both ends of the barrels had sharp edges (presumedly from cutting the threads.) They were sharp enough to snag fibers on both the lines and harness webbing. While I've seen this before when installing the links (some mention taping threads to help avoid this), this time it is extending from the barrel and still snags fibers after the link is closed... I guess I could file the ends smooth, but not used to seeing this on Rapide links... Anyone else seen this?? JWAlways remember that some clouds are harder than others... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 37 #2 May 1, 2008 IIRC at least on manufacturer used to tumble polish the links they sent with their canopies. Also some pull test each link. I've routinely seen links sharp enough to damage the riser webbing and have seen the damage done. I routinely have to hit them with a fine gunsmith file to knock off the sharp edges. Seen this for years and years.I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
