Fabric retaining wire

[dsherburn]

I read the old thread about the fabric retaining wire (Martin clips, etc.). Where did we end up with that? Is there NOS, or was someone able to fabricate some? I had to cut mine in an effort to remove without damaging the holes in the rib. Having said that, I do have a bunch of good, dimensionally solid pieces if someone wants to fabricate and sell some.
Dan

[Hank Jarrett]

Re: Fabric retaining wire

The Martin Clips are NOT the same as Taylorcraft clips. The distance between the clips are different. I was planning to make a bending fixture for when I restore the 45 but it hasn't been a priority since I am working on the 41 to get her flying. How much interest is there in a bending fixture? What I was going to make was a simple hand bend tool you could sit in front of the TV and make them. It is not that hard, and kind of mindless. Perfect for the TV.
Hank

[senior]

Re: Fabric retaining wire

Aircraft Spruce lists both Martin clips & Taylorcraft clips.
I have not used them since mine came with a couple rolls of proper length clips but someone must have tried them?
I also wondered if the Cessna C channel clips have the correct spacing to work?

[Robert Lees]

Re: Fabric retaining wire

I think the Cessna clips work across the rib cap strip?