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JohnC · 07-07-07, 09:52 PM

Yes, that first photo looks rather gaudy, but the stuff can be attractive as well as very functional. It's similar to the braided loom used in aircraft, and I believe it's the same stuff that's been used for years for mil-spec vehicle wiring due to its superior abrasion resistance. With the mylar and/or chrome braiding it's also very good for heat reflection, as well as EMI shielding.

Unfortunately, despite being superior to split plastic loom in every respect, as you pointed out, it's probably not going to find wide acceptance with the '40's crowd.

07-07-07, 09:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
JohnC cribbj Missing a few cylinders Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Houston or Algeria GT40: Only the motor & G50, so far Posts: 228 Rep Power: 5	Re: Stainless/Chrome braided sleeving? Yes, that first photo looks rather gaudy, but the stuff can be attractive as well as very functional. It's similar to the braided loom used in aircraft, and I believe it's the same stuff that's been used for years for mil-spec vehicle wiring due to its superior abrasion resistance. With the mylar and/or chrome braiding it's also very good for heat reflection, as well as EMI shielding. Unfortunately, despite being superior to split plastic loom in every respect, as you pointed out, it's probably not going to find wide acceptance with the '40's crowd.