Smally Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 I've got a new back pack kit lined up and shouyld be getting it in Nov. I will be looking to building it all again from scratch. On my last BP build I had a very simple and handy shoulder strap method which was basically two 1" (IIRC) straps which had a clip to assist with putting on. I may use this method again as it was simple... and cheap! However, I was wondering what the rest of us do for the strapping...... Pics please peeps as it can be hard to explain/imagen what method youre telling us about. Cheers all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 I have the real vintage/like the one they used in ANH boy scout frame on my pack. There are holes in the top pipe and again in the lower corners before it bend out. Perfect holes for adding strapping, so i just used a thick and wide black elastic, and add it there solid whit black plastic strips Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted October 23, 2012 Author Share Posted October 23, 2012 Do you have a pic of the inside of the back pack please Rolf, just so I can see how you have attached it to the frame? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Do you have a pic of the inside of the back pack please Rolf, just so I can see how you have attached it to the frame? I can take some whit in a few days and post them here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted October 24, 2012 Author Share Posted October 24, 2012 Thanks bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 Mine is attached the same. The only thing I did was to put a parachute clip under the chest piece, to pull the straps together. This took the weight off the shoulders. Someone here gave me the idea about 6 months ago, and WOW, it definately works great. I can take pics this morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted October 24, 2012 Author Share Posted October 24, 2012 Mine is attached the same. The only thing I did was to put a parachute clip under the chest piece, to pull the straps together. This took the weight off the shoulders. Someone here gave me the idea about 6 months ago, and WOW, it definately works great. I can take pics this morning. Cheers Jay, Look foraward to seeing them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 This is what I have on my pack: Old school backpack straps with a chest strap. I just wear it over the shoulder bells and straps, and run the chest strap under the chestplate. Works awesome and very comfortable. I thought I had a picture, but can't find it atm. Will try to post a picture soon. Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quartermaster Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 This is a new setup I am now using on all future pack builds. Military Y-Harness. I separate the 2 padded straps from the top webbing that connects them. I then wrap the nylon strap at the top around the frame tube and hold in place using 2 slide clips. The bottom connections use the existing metal clip that attaches to a small D-ring clip that is attached to the side frame tube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted October 24, 2012 Share Posted October 24, 2012 I basically do what John does with his. A couple of mounted d ring clips with straps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted October 24, 2012 Author Share Posted October 24, 2012 This is a new setup I am now using on all future pack builds. Military Y-Harness. I separate the 2 padded straps from the top webbing that connects them. I then wrap the nylon strap at the top around the frame tube and hold in place using 2 slide clips. The bottom connections use the existing metal clip that attaches to a small D-ring clip that is attached to the side frame tube. Give me this now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted October 25, 2012 Share Posted October 25, 2012 Thanks bro here you go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share Posted October 25, 2012 Thanks Rolf. Looks great. I think a metal loop is the way forward then. Have you riveted the tops of the straps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Thanks Rolf. Looks great. I think a metal loop is the way forward then. Have you riveted the tops of the straps? Your welcome bro. I just used the holes all ready there in the metal frame, i just add the black elastic whit black plastic strips: http://www.google.dk/imgres?q=black+plastic+strips&hl=da&biw=1440&bih=802&tbm=isch&tbnid=yQb1XYStdz3OyM:&imgrefurl=http://www.scan-plast.dk/plast-strips/&docid=zHDpKU4UVxs9VM&imgurl=http://www.fotoagent.dk/single_picture/10861/138/mega/strips-2.jpg&w=800&h=600&ei=2D6KUNvDK8rEtAbLYA&zoom=1&iact=hc&vpx=196&vpy=307&dur=666&hovh=190&hovw=254&tx=146&ty=76&sig=105949272378886556351&page=1&tbnh=138&tbnw=195&start=0&ndsp=25&ved=1t:429,r:6,s:0,i:82 http://www.google.dk/imgres?q=black+plastic+strips&hl=da&biw=1440&bih=802&tbm=isch&tbnid=Ex7u0-Yki7SRXM:&imgrefurl=http://eu.fotolia.com/id/19208160&docid=wRbRctRSfye6EM&imgurl=http://t2.ftcdn.net/jpg/00/19/20/81/400_F_19208160_sulwQwMqPtoVDBISQumd0zFNAQy4xckg.jpg&w=400&h=300&ei=2D6KUNvDK8rEtAbLYA&zoom=1&iact=rc&dur=422&sig=105949272378886556351&page=1&tbnh=136&tbnw=182&start=0&ndsp=25&ved=1t:429,r:1,s:0,i:67&tx=83&ty=59 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted October 26, 2012 Author Share Posted October 26, 2012 Ah, cable ties! They hold the empire together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Ah, cable ties! They hold the empire together They sure do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inglorious trooper Posted October 29, 2012 Share Posted October 29, 2012 Ah, cable ties! They hold the empire together lol! i love these pics,my packs been sitting ready for a while,the straps are attached at the top but i left the bottom until i could decide on the length with my armour on. this has given me some food for thought,thanks guys!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cantina Security Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 This is a new setup I am now using on all future pack builds.Military Y-Harness. I separate the 2 padded straps from the top webbing that connects them.I then wrap the nylon strap at the top around the frame tube and hold in place using 2 slide clips.The bottom connections use the existing metal clip that attaches to a small D-ring clip that is attached to the side frame tube. Now that is quality craftsmanship.... Good job, and thank you for posting this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 The only thing I can say that makes mine wear much better on long troops is to add a chest strap. Unbelievable, how much pressure it takes off your back and shoulders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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