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Staples for Baffle Seals

Posted: Sun Sep 06, 2009 7:05 am
by 2Georges
Hey All,
I am installing original style seals on all my engine/cowling baffles. Does anyone know where to get the staples (I know there are many other attach methods, but I'm interested in originality). Of course, nothing designed to go in a staple gun will work. I have checked multiple hardware stores, upholstery shops and aircraft parts suppliers already.
Thanks,
Andy George (740) 973-7041

Re: Staples for Baffle Seals

Posted: Sun Sep 06, 2009 4:41 pm
by N2865C
I made my own copying the original using heavy stainless steel safety wire. Cut the ends off at a sharp angle to give them a point.

Re: Staples for Baffle Seals

Posted: Mon Sep 07, 2009 2:16 pm
by 2Georges
Thanks John---that sounds like a good plan. Andy

Re: Staples for Baffle Seals

Posted: Wed Sep 09, 2009 12:23 pm
by bsdunek
The original assemblies were made with a Bostich machine, which is an industrial 'metal sticher'. You're right that you will have to make your own, unless you can find an old industrial unit.
http://www.bostitch.com/default.asp?TYP ... istory.htm