Fixing coil cable to MD stem

[Keith67]

Hi Comrades

After taking some sound advice in regards coil cable at the base of the stem, I have taped it nice and tight with just enough for the coil to move fully in both directions, and ensure that unnecessary cable isn't hanging about where it can be picked up by the coil.  Further up I have taped the coil again half way, and again near the control box. Is this overkill?

I have realised that if I was to acquire a second coil and lower stem it would be pretty hard to swap them with the 2 upper taping points in place.  Basically, once you have fixed the lower cabling, is that all you need to do?

[Mutt]

I use double sided Velcro, you can pick up a metre for a few quid on the bay, wont leave stick residue like insulating tape and is reusable.

[redkite]

I use Velcro too

[Keith67]

Thanks mates, Velcro ordered.

[nailman]

I have a velcro fetish tol

[Keith67]

I have a velcro fetish tol

I'll post some photos Nailman, get you all excited lol

[Willy muffit]

Velcro ?   what a rip off !

[GP27]

Velcro, my 705 was supplied with two velcro straps. Job done

[Keith67]

Velcro, my 705 was supplied with two velcro straps. Job done

Is that the Xterra 705?

[nailman]

A 705 with two Velcro straps.   Phew! of for a cold shower

[Keith67]

A 705 with two Velcro straps.   Phew! of for a cold shower

PMSL    I will send you a picture when the Sorex is velcro'd, put a do not disturb sign on the door !

[Rew]

I use double sided Velcro, you can pick up a metre for a few quid on the bay, wont leave stick residue like insulating tape and is reusable.

I've never had that trouble ever. Maybe the tape im useing is low tack.

[Keith67]

I use double sided Velcro, you can pick up a metre for a few quid on the bay, wont leave stick residue like insulating tape and is reusable.

I've never had that trouble ever. Maybe the tape im useing is low tack.

A lot of todays black tapes aren't as gluey as the old ones, or they're just cheaper versions.  Good enough for MD's though.  I reckon I will leave lower tape in place now it's on but replace the upper stuff.