Wald rear baskets
05-25-23, 07:21 AM
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Wald rear baskets
I've just bought a set of Egg (rear) wire baskets at a yard sale. They don't have any clips to attach to the rack. I can't find anyone who sells just the clips for it. Is it possible to make just the clips from something? (Like mild steel that you can bend somehow?) Zip Ties wouldn't do as they are too light for the job. Any ideas?
05-25-23, 11:15 AM
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I've just bought a set of Egg (rear) wire baskets at a yard sale. They don't have any clips to attach to the rack. I can't find anyone who sells just the clips for it. Is it possible to make just the clips from something? (Like mild steel that you can bend somehow?) Zip Ties wouldn't do as they are too light for the job. Any ideas?
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Most P-clips can be flattened. Take off any rubber or silicon cushions.
05-25-23, 03:26 PM
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I've used the proprietary clips, small circle clamps, zip ties, tie wire, and probably several other methods to attach folding baskets to a rack (chewing gum is not recommended).
Zip ties may need periodic replacement due to deterioration (UV/ozone) and wear. Clips/clamps may be susceptible to rattle noise unless also clamped to the rack leg. Wire should be trimmed / tied carefully to avoid perforation of cargo or riders by exposed ends. Here in Arizona, I've had the best long-term results with tie wire or clips/clamps.
Zip ties may need periodic replacement due to deterioration (UV/ozone) and wear. Clips/clamps may be susceptible to rattle noise unless also clamped to the rack leg. Wire should be trimmed / tied carefully to avoid perforation of cargo or riders by exposed ends. Here in Arizona, I've had the best long-term results with tie wire or clips/clamps.
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Rubber straps/bungee cords of the correct length and applied securely to the rear rack work well too.
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For a basket atop a rack where the compressive load path is directly from the basket to the rack (see also the "show your milk crate" thread), bungees have an easier job of simple stabilization, and do OK.
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05-26-23, 06:27 AM
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I agree with the idea of getting stronger zip ties. They come in all sizes. They are rated for different weight loads. Black ones are UV resistant. But all of them are made from nylon which can get brittle. Water will soften them up again since it functions as a plasticizer (softener) for nylon. So drenching them in water every now and then will help a lot.
Also, rope or heavy twine will do in a pinch, but it's helpful to learn some knots. The taut line knot is a good one for racks and a good one to know in general.
Also, rope or heavy twine will do in a pinch, but it's helpful to learn some knots. The taut line knot is a good one for racks and a good one to know in general.
06-03-23, 01:16 PM
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My suggestion would be to use water hose clamps to screw the basket to the rack and zip ties for the lower part of the basket.
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My dudes,use stainless steel zip ties.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=stainless..._ts-doa-p_3_10
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=stainless..._ts-doa-p_3_10
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