Tailgate Chain Covers...

[jnicho]

The PO of my truck used foam pipe insulation for chain covers...looks like crud and doesn't hold up very well.  What are some suggestions for other material to use for this

[1952B3b23]

I've seen tailgate chains with a cloth wrap over them. Or an idea I just had was that they make some rubber dip stuff that you could dunk the entire chain in and it gives it a rubber coating when dried. I don't know how well that would look if you got drips and runs in the coating though. May be worth a shot on a junk piece of chain.

Also you could try heat Shrink tubing like used on electrical wires except a large enough diameter to fit the chain links.

I think Bruce Horkeys sells chain covers also. Follow this link,

http://www.horkeyswoodandparts.com/page36.html

-Chris

[B1B Keven]

Bicycle inner tubes.

[Reg Evans]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v154/olddodges1/Pilot%20House%20Trucks/MVC-006F.jpg

bicycle inner tubes work well.

[Jim Shepard]

Bike inner-tubes. Punch a hole in 'em half way so they can drain...

[jnicho]

Awesome...never even thought of the bike tubes.  Thanks guys!

 

I like the plastidip idea...but not sure if it would allow movement enough...might play around with it.

Edited December 20, 2013 by jnicho

[TodFitch]

Way back when, I used large diameter plastic tubing that was sold by the foot in the local hardware store.

[Jerry Roberts]

I used bicycle inner tubes for a few years . In 2012 I bought a pair of chain covers from Roberts Motor Parts at $10 / pair . Their part number was T157 at that time . I like the Roberts chain covers much better than the inner tubes .  

[greg g]

Somebody was selling balistic nylon cloth Logo'd ones on e pay a couple years back.  You could choose from a variety of colors and put just about any lettering or design on them My Truck,, Ram Dodge Job Rated,  etc.

[HanksB3B]

Good topic Jincho.  I had some clear plastic (like fish tank hose for Jaws) over my SS tailgate chains (love them) but the clear tubing started to get sticky and black in places.  This time around I went with bicycle tubes but I would like something a bit more upscale. It'll be interesting to see what solutions show up in this thread.

 

Hank   

[Desotodav]

Stainless steel chains with bicycle tube pieces work well on my 52...

[Stumpy(NH)]

Not on my Dodge, but I have an M105 a2 military trailer bed on my pickup and also a trailer. The govt. used a canvas cover made like a tube ans sewn on the inside. They are rotting off now, but have been there in the weather a long time.

[greg g]

You will probably find those sewn tubes were stitched up outside in, then turned inside out after the sewing was completed.  I found this on the Studebaker truck board, You ca try the email link and see if it's still active this is now 7 years old (time sure flies).  Sorry the picture links are no longer valid.

 

I make them to order by Jim

 

 

By request.
Single "Studebaker" Script per side $13.
Dual "Studebaker" script per side $15.
Just plain sleeves no script are $9.
That is per pair S&H is $2.50 per pair $.50 additional for each additional pair.
Most colors are available, each set made once an order is received.
Some members of the list here now have them and may post reviews soon.

I am working on a Transtar design as well (not yet perfected) 

 

These are 100% synthetic fabric used to make luggage, tack equipment and sports equippment. The ones on that picture were the very first. They have evolved a lot since. They are now a full 18 inches long to cover more chain.

I am also working on a design for folks with stainless steel chain to allow it more exposure and protect paint with out looking like cheap clear vinyl hose.

[bondvagabond]

Fire departments retire fire hoses frequently, if you live in a rural area they have smaller trucks designed to get out into the boonies and use smaller hose. It works great. I think it is a requirement that you be a car nut to be a firefighter too.

[B1B Keven]

How about something like this?

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ONE-50FT-X-1-5-IN-NST-FIRE-HOSE-VERY-GOOD-CONDITION-/131076361692?pt=BI_Security_Fire_Protection&hash=item1e84c28ddc

[Ken]

Howdy All; I bought a pair from Obsolete Classic Ford parts in Oklahoma City, OK. for $5.00 and change for the pair, same item was used on Dodge----Ken

[Dodgeb4ya]

The originals looked like this if anyone wants to know...