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    I have had 2 on a talon2. The problem was the metric grommets on the slider have a smaller ID than the risers and toggles. Replaced them with real #8's and the problem went away. There are several other ways to fix that. Installing larger grommets was the quickest, but there are better ways. BTW, hard to pick apart a Curv! With a guy like Sandy on it, just think what the next one will be.
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    Terry, I should have known you would have gone this far with this project. I will squeeze the donor for more history on that canopy. I am impressed.
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    Pat, You win!
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    Struggle struggle, thud was the result of a prototype going into production without any updates being done to the rig, because the brains during design left the organization. Today it would have been one of the best ever if someone knew how to develop it.
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    Telemeters, not binoculars. And hard to get.
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    If non stainless grommets are used, it would be wise to check them for wear more often. I believe the new style lines are harder on the non stainless grommets. Something also about creating more heat maybe, causing spectra to shrink. Anything to avoid a cutaway.
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    As far as getting it over the brakes and dive loops, the primo SS Sweedish grommets have a metric size. The ID is smaller than the 1 inch stock that the risers toggles etc. are made of. The original #8 grommets have slightly larger ID, making the slider go over them alot easier. It is now suspected that this situation may cause alot of the unreported toggle fires. (One brake release on opening). Which may end up as a cutaway. There are a few remedies for this possible situation. I got tired of having my grommets jammed up in the brakes! Usually on the left for some reason. Anyone else have this situation?
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    You are right. I did not view it that way. Most questions are directed towards a certain problem, rather than an idea for a change in equipment or procedure. Thank's for your reply. Jim T D-3411
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    I bet Councilman (Terry) has a full selection of bags, pod's, or sleeves. Probably still in use. ha ha
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    How about a section or post area, whatever you call it, for any suggestions by anyone? Beginners, riggers, instructors, DZO's, jump pilots etc., anyone! Any off the wall suggestion about procedures, safety, equipment ideas, anything. Mainly I had in mind suggestions on new equipment ideas, like replacing 3-ring or something like that. Who knows what it could bring? Think how many valid ideas are out there that go nowhere because the right people that could make a change, for the better, had no clue. It is all about getting better stuff and being more safe. JT
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    With the right inventive mind or minds, I would think that in a weekend a system could be formed and in another weekend a prototype could be built. It is all about coming up with new ideas from yourself or with the input of those around you. Otherwise, we would still be jumping rags. That is how you became such a well known inventor.
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    Have you put any more thought into it? D-3411
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    Not the way we had it, however with that in mind, that could be done very easily on both. The pull outs offered today are designed differently than ours. I can understand why throw outs are better than the pull outs offered now. With a few changes I believe the pull outs would be the system of choice. They greatly reduce the possibility of pc in tow. How many people do you think can really snag a pc in tow? With alot of altitude, I doubt that I could. How about a beginner? There are other advantages also. It is all about coming up with better stuff, rather than just buying what is out there. Remember, It doesn't take much to work, and it doesn't take much to not work. Careful
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    On top of reserve container in para pack pouch (TOC). Just like main PC on bottom of container. This rig had the main on bottom and reserve on top. Worked perfect more than 5 times in 300 jumps. 2 intentional. Pin mounted on dacron line bridle at arms length. Container held shut lightly till pulled on by bridle. 1975 Harness/container about 2 lbs. Should be redesigned for AOD. Not in use anymore. Rig ahead of its time. Worked perfect. Material cost $40. Known as the "40". (Cowboy Rig)
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    center pull 2 shots Bungee eyelets para boots spider pilot chute 2 piece brand x jumpsuit 3 hole reserve mod cut down B-4 (by Midwest Parachute) loli pop reserve handle shortlined pc with grabber double tri-con rig for low ones (Jay B) T-bow canopy rings and ropes And many more.........I love it.
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    I have a rig with the first BOC which is a pullout and one of 3 with a TOC pullout on the reserve.
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    I met Pat Works and wife Jan in 1972 at Hinckley. Stayed with them in 1975 in California. Saw him last 3 yrs ago at Midwest Freefill Reunion in Michigan with Fido. Still the same wonderful people. Feels empty without him. Jim T D-3411
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    Look's like this machine has been scavenged. Needle bar missing. Tension discs missing? Hook and race out. What else?
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    I agree with Jerry. Lower rings OK, not needed on top. I think, keep hardware, velcro and magnets to a bare minimum. Keep it simple. FB #143
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    Much better for manufacturing. Allows more sub assemblies during lay out.Yes, easier to change harness size. I would think the webbing should give as much movement, however it would make a kink.
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    We are concerned with people bouncing after AAD's fire. How about duplicating the situations with test dummies or real people jumping the actual blood stained equipment, rather than looking at test specs from manufacturers? At this rate, USPA will want us to be opening at 10k.
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    Right on Rob. Because many pilots do not jump, how about clear instructions on the rig to tell them how to use it and what to expect as far as toggles, steering, landing, etc?
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    Thank's for the reply. Lurking at the DZ's, I have heard some wonderful suggestions recently from not only experienced jumpers, but from some low time jumpers. Everything from where the rig bites them to the recent toggle fire issues with the undersize metric grommets catching on 1" "soft" toggles. If there was a suggestion box on Gear and Rigging, I bet there would be some pretty good stuff on there for the knowledgeable minds on this site. I have learned much from you all. It takes someone who is not just a pack and maintainer, but a problem solver with the capabilities of an inventor. I am still learning. Thank's
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    A cowboy rig is a Parachute rig or part of (harness, container, canopy, pop etc) that someone who knows how to sew and has enough smarts to see what will work. Without any legal approval, has built to try out a new idea, where in this case, no parachute was required at all possibly. That is how much of the transition designs were developed in the early 70's that may still be in use today. To follow the TSO requirements for testing and approval, it is a long, expensive and discouraging road. Too bad there is not an experimental category or a field approval that can be applied to parachutes, like with aircraft, for developing new stuff. This should lite up those who are satisfied with what we have as being as far as we can go with equipment. Let's hear of new developments to take our gear to the next level. Didn't want this reply to get to this point. Just my opinion.
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    How about a home made cowboy rig, for when parachute is not required, that fits the pilot and airplane much better? A long time ago, that is what our 182 pilot used.