Jock89
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Reged: 02/12/2006
Posts: 122
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Evening all...
My old Tufnol bowroller is pretty worn & I'm having difficulty sourcing Tufnol in small quantity, i.e..50mm x 50mm.
It seems to be quite expensive stuff & I'm being quoted over £100 for 1200mm minimum length.
I only need 100mm to make 2, but any suggestions for a hard-wearing replacement material, suitable for a 20Kg anchor would be most welcome.
Jock
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TobyJug
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Reged: 06/10/2004
Posts: 18
Loc: Cornwall
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Acetal,
Readily available, machines well does not absorb moisture.
I have made several bow rollers from this with good success.
Philip
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Zeds
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Reged: 20/04/2008
Posts: 6
Loc: South West
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I went into a metal "stockholder" on an industrial estate. Cut me 2 50mm X 50mm lengths of I think Ertalyte rod which drilled and shaped easily and has done the job perfectly. Quoted replacement bow roller price from marine supplier was £23.50 + postage + VAT!!! I was charged £3 for the 2 but of course had to drill centre hole.
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colvic987
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Reged: 02/09/2003
Posts: 776
Loc: irish sea, anglesey
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Have a look at this website, you should be able to get the quantities you require, for a reasonable price...
http://www.directplasticsonline.co.uk/home.php?cat=4450
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Jock89
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Reged: 02/12/2006
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Excellent & thanks for the replies fellas, & especially to 'colvic' for the link. I'll call them on Tues AM.
Jock
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homa
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Reged: 12/05/2002
Posts: 679
Loc: N.Sea
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Not what you are asking for but Seascrew sell the ready made roller for a couple of pounds made of nylon I believe.
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