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Old 05-07-2015, 11:54 AM   #1
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49 tailgate chains

I got some tailgate chain rubber covers and they seem really stiff, they don't lay down in a nice tight loop, are there any that are softer or any suggestions thanks
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Old 05-07-2015, 02:50 PM   #2
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Re: 49 tailgate chains

I used a larger diameter clear tubing since it wasn't a restoration. Don't remember where I got it though.
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Old 05-07-2015, 03:26 PM   #3
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Re: 49 tailgate chains

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I used a larger diameter clear tubing since it wasn't a restoration. Don't remember where I got it though.
for now I used a bicycle tube
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Old 05-07-2015, 06:07 PM   #4
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Re: 49 tailgate chains

When i first got mine they were stiff but got softer after a bit. I hear the bike tube is a great way to go.
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