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Author:  Chuck Richards [ Mon Aug 20, 2018 4:02 pm ]
Post subject:  Source of Trolley Rope

The East Troy Electric Railroad is seeking a source
for new trolley rope.

Figured I'd ask here and see what others are using.

Thanks,

Chuck Richards

Author:  Andy Nold [ Mon Aug 20, 2018 4:08 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Source of Trolley Rope

Sansom spot cord. I can't remember whether it is size 12 or 10. But, make sure you don't get cord with a metal core.

Author:  Al Stangenberger [ Mon Aug 20, 2018 5:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Source of Trolley Rope

Western Railway Museum gets it from McMaster-Carr, catalog # 3848T45

Al Stangenberger

Author:  David Johnston [ Mon Aug 20, 2018 6:32 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Source of Trolley Rope

Samson spot cord is available with a wax coating that makes it waterproof. WRM does not use the wax coated cord because some operators found it makes the cord slippery and caused problems pulling down the trolley pole. It is your choice, either is available.

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