That new strap looks superior. Let us know if you can feel the difference. It might be worth the upgrade eh?

Alistair

> On Oct 24, 2017, at 4:06 PM, Richard A Jones <jones@colorado.edu> wrote:
> 
> Alistair:
> 
> I got a new one from BusDepot but went camping three times
> instead of installing it.  I finally did it today.
> 
> My '81 does not have any inner cover over the mechanism.
> But interestingly, the new replacement seems better
> and more robust in design.  At least more cushioning
> when the door hits the end of the strap.  We'll see....
> 
> http://jones.colorado.edu/VW/VWdoorstrap2.jpg
> 
> Richard
>