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Old 07-20-2018, 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by hcmbanjo
Hi Doug,
I've been doing that for a few years. For my Odd'l kits I use the spring steel BMS hooks. For my own builds I sometimes use the windshield wiper steel.

I've made a lot of stops at auto supply stores. Saturday afternoon seems to be the best time to pick up the old wiper blades, they are sticking up out of the trash cans - easy pickins!
I always take a few paper towels with me, the old wiper blades are dirty.
Strip them and pull out the steel strips right at the trash can.
The vendor selling hot dogs always greets me as the Rocket Man. I did explain what I was doing a few years ago.
When making the 90 degree bends - if you feel it cracking, throw that strip away.


Chris,

Maybe you should sell “wiper stock” for the DIYers that want to make their own hooks, but are averse to dumpster diving!
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