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BAGSTER tank clips
« on: May 28, 2024, 02:22:13 PM »
So.... my Bagster tank cover is missing the clips that hold it to the tank.
Apparently, the Australian distributor isn't bringing them in and can't supply parts.
They're horrendously expensive to get from OS....

Any creative/handy types out there able to suggest an alternative?
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #1 on: May 28, 2024, 03:48:42 PM »
Are they plastic or metal?  :think1
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #2 on: May 28, 2024, 03:51:18 PM »
Quote from: StormST on May 28, 2024, 02:22:13 PM
So.... my Bagster tank cover is missing the clips that hold it to the tank.
Apparently, the Australian distributor isn't bringing them in and can't supply parts.
They're horrendously expensive to get from OS....

Any creative/handy types out there able to suggest an alternative?

What's the expensive part?  I found 'em for around AU$14 each, although the website hasn't been updated since 2021, so probably closer to $20.  If it's the postage from UK or US, there are members on STOwners.com that'll will forward them on.

Quote from: ruSTynutz on May 28, 2024, 03:48:42 PM
Are they plastic or metal?  :think1

Mine are Bagster OEM, they're plastic.  May be another job for the 3D printer.
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #3 on: May 28, 2024, 08:05:03 PM »
Quote from: Williamson on May 28, 2024, 03:51:18 PM
Mine are Bagster OEM, they're plastic.  May be another job for the 3D printer.

Send me sizes and I will check that too.
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #4 on: May 28, 2024, 09:21:50 PM »
Quote from: Dragonstaff on May 28, 2024, 08:05:03 PM
Quote from: Williamson on May 28, 2024, 03:51:18 PM
Mine are Bagster OEM, they're plastic.  May be another job for the 3D printer.

Send me sizes and I will check that too.

Next time I have the front saddle off and access to the the clip (which from memory I'll need to loosen the tank or upper fairing), I'll try to remember to get some measurements. 

In the meantime, StormST may be able to provide some details.
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #5 on: May 29, 2024, 11:49:49 AM »
I don't know how strong or hard printed plastic is, but these clips bear quite a bit of stress.  They don't usually break- just get lost (although I haven't lost either of mine yet, but I do tuck the ends in very securely).
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #6 on: May 29, 2024, 12:04:55 PM »
Quote from: Biggles on May 29, 2024, 11:49:49 AM
I don't know how strong or hard printed plastic is, but these clips bear quite a bit of stress.

Crikey, you must some serious tension on yours, mine I pull tight to just take-up the slack.

Quote from: Biggles on May 29, 2024, 11:49:49 AM
They don't usually break- just get lost (although I haven't lost either of mine yet, but I do tuck the ends in very securely).

I lost mine - in the garage.  I suppose it was more likely of a case of misplaced, wasn't too fussed, would have quite happily got out and about without it.  Found it when putting things away, and then put it back on the bike.
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #7 on: May 31, 2024, 10:02:14 AM »
Thanks all.

I thought they were metal - from the memory of previous Bagsters I've had but that was more than 10 years ago.

The airfreight postage cost from Europe was something like 70 euro's - so well over $AUD100 (unless by ship - very slow-  and I have a big trip coming up I really want the bag for)

I might have a browse at Bunnings or one of our local fastner specialists and see if I can make anything work.

Shame they aren't coming here anymore - I've had them on four bikes in past and loved them.

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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #8 on: May 31, 2024, 10:34:47 AM »
Here you go, StormST!
Still not cheap but cheaper than your other option...

https://tinyurl.com/mh64vjy8
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #9 on: May 31, 2024, 03:48:13 PM »
You would have thought for US$57.80 they could have supplied 2!! 
By the time you add freight @ US$10 and tax (which Amazon have to add @ 10%) you're getting near AU$120!!  Oh, plus your CC bank adding currency charges...
Keep looking!
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #10 on: May 31, 2024, 04:26:21 PM »
That's Aussie Dollars, Bill!  :whistle
And if you're an Amazon member like me, you get free expedited international delivery.
Even if you're not a member, simply spend another coupla dollars and you'll get free delivery anyhow...
Oh, and the GST is already included in that price plus there's no bank charges for currency exchange as it's through Amazon Australia...  :thumb
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #11 on: June 02, 2024, 07:29:48 PM »
Get me some measurements. I am certain that I can make something for a lot less than that.
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #12 on: June 02, 2024, 08:03:18 PM »
Quote from: Dragonstaff on June 02, 2024, 07:29:48 PM
Get me some measurements. I am certain that I can make something for a lot less than that.

Too cold to be dicking around in the garage tonight, and then a full day tomorrow, when I have a chance (probably Tuesday), and if I remember, I'll get some measurements, more pics and post 'em.

Remember?  Might need a reminder.
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #13 on: June 03, 2024, 07:49:07 PM »
Quote from: Williamson on June 02, 2024, 08:03:18 PM
Quote from: Dragonstaff on June 02, 2024, 07:29:48 PM
Get me some measurements. I am certain that I can make something for a lot less than that.

Too cold to be dicking around in the garage tonight, and then a full day tomorrow, when I have a chance (probably Tuesday), and if I remember, I'll get some measurements, more pics and post 'em.

Remember?  Might need a reminder.

Don't forget.
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #14 on: June 03, 2024, 08:22:18 PM »
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #15 on: June 03, 2024, 08:26:34 PM »
It's still cold.  :Stirpot
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #16 on: June 04, 2024, 09:18:56 PM »
Quote from: Williamson on June 02, 2024, 08:03:18 PM
Quote from: Dragonstaff on June 02, 2024, 07:29:48 PM
Get me some measurements. I am certain that I can make something for a lot less than that.

Too cold to be dicking around in the garage tonight, and then a full day tomorrow, when I have a chance (probably Tuesday), and if I remember, I'll get some measurements, more pics and post 'em.

Remember?  Might need a reminder.

Did you remember?
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #17 on: June 04, 2024, 10:52:35 PM »
Remember what???  :whistle :popcorn
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #18 on: June 04, 2024, 10:57:09 PM »
Surely it wouldn't be that hard to make one out of some aluminium or even a piece of steel...  :think1  :popcorn
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #19 on: June 05, 2024, 02:26:42 PM »
Hope these will suffice.

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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #20 on: June 05, 2024, 02:27:52 PM »
More ....
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #21 on: June 05, 2024, 02:30:21 PM »
.... and more ....
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #22 on: June 05, 2024, 02:32:39 PM »
,,, not finished yet ...
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #23 on: June 05, 2024, 02:34:34 PM »
... trouble loading no. 11 ...

Will try later.
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Re: BAGSTER tank clips
« Reply #24 on: June 05, 2024, 02:35:36 PM »
Somebody owes me a beer.

And if it works out, I reckon it's a slab for Dragonstaff.
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