Blackbriar 8,568 Posted August 6, 2013 Report Share Posted August 6, 2013 Does anyone here use a band jig? I'm probably being a bit thick, but what are they for and how do you use them? Everything I've seen just has pictures of various types of jig, but no explanation! Cheers,lads! BB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
atomlab 104 Posted August 6, 2013 Report Share Posted August 6, 2013 (edited) only really needed if your makin loads of band sets. makes it easier too attach the bands to the pouch ,so you have both hands free http://slingshotforum.com/topic/5766-extra-hands-band-tying-jig/ Edited August 6, 2013 by atomlab Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sheffield Catapults 71 Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 Pre-tensioning band sets will ensure a greater band life, and also help in greater accuracy providing both bands have the same tension. There are a number of threads about the importances of pre-tensioning on the SSF, here is a recent one on the effects of uneven band length: http://slingshotforum.com/topic/24675-the-effects-of-uneven-band-length/?hl=tension 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Blackbriar 8,568 Posted August 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 Got it! They're like one of those 'third hand' tools bike mechanics use!! (And I'm supposed to be the clever one in my family!) Couple of enlightening links - cheers chaps! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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