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quickchange · 11-16-2021, 05:49 PM

Not sure what its call but looking for the rope on the back of the front seat on a 4 door ,Not found in dealers listing so who would be able to supply if even available ??Any help appreciated, Thanks Derek in summer time NZ still nursing a new expensive knee ,bugger getting old ,???

Y-Blockhead · 11-16-2021, 06:20 PM

I think that is called a Robe Cord. Used to hang a robe or a blanket folded over it. I wouldn't use it as an assist to get in, may ripe it off. It is only held on be two wood screws at both ends.

MAC's has the brackets but not the cord. I think Labaron-Bonney had the cord? The material is similar to that of my windlace.

Rope Cord in my Town Sedan

JayJay · 11-17-2021, 07:37 PM

Derek - the (I'm pretty sure) original robe cord on my '30 Town Sedan looks a bit different than Y-B's but the purpose is the same. Be careful using the term "assist", the straps that hang down on the C-pillar on the four doors are called "assist straps" and are much more substantial. BTH, I'd be interested if anyone has found a source for the more decorative braided assist straps that were used on the Town Sedans.

JayJay

quickchange · 11-17-2021, 09:09 PM

Correct yes a robe cord, was trying to remember its title , must be something out there, Its for a friend who has just restored his 4 door , im trying to help him , thanks , any Leeds i will post here ,

Incognito-A · 11-17-2021, 10:52 PM

The original robe cord had a small diameter spring in the core.

quickchange · 11-17-2021, 10:54 PM

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Bill Cilker · 11-17-2021, 11:26 PM

Derek
The pictures that have been posted show the robe cord ends for a straight window 4 door sedan. The attached picture shows an original Slant windshield sedan robe cord and end. Also I have attached a picture of the correct screw for the robe cord end.

duke36 · 11-18-2021, 11:20 AM

To answer the orig. question, haven't found a supplier for the orig.. style as posted in 3,7 above. May want to try horse lead rope which comes close to the twisted pattern, then try to dye or color it somehow.

Incognito-A · 11-18-2021, 12:43 PM

The original robe cord is composed of individual woven strands wound around a spring core and secured at each end with steel cinch rings. This gives the appearance of being a rope but it’s really not constructed like a rope at all. Rope will sag, the original will not.

Bick in New Zealand · 11-19-2021, 04:46 AM

I have heard good things about this guy. Does great shades and tassels. Could probably do a robe cord easily.

http://heritageaai.com/index.html

Y-Blockhead · 11-19-2021, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JayJay

Derek - the (I'm pretty sure) original robe cord on my '30 Town Sedan looks a bit different than Y-B's but the purpose is the same.
JayJay

I'm sure mine is Repro. Seats are LeBarron-Bonney.

Looks like I could stand to shorten mine a little. It must have stretched over time. I usually have a "Lap Robe" hanging over it and took it off to take the above picture. I think it has a rubber hose inside it.

Y-Blockhead · 11-19-2021, 11:58 AM

After a quick search, here is one place that may be able to help.

http://www.classicaccessories.org/

11-16-2021, 05:49 PM	#1
quickchange Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nelson. New Zealand Posts: 2,008	assist seat rope 4dr Not sure what its call but looking for the rope on the back of the front seat on a 4 door ,Not found in dealers listing so who would be able to supply if even available ??Any help appreciated, Thanks Derek in summer time NZ still nursing a new expensive knee ,bugger getting old ,???

11-17-2021, 09:09 PM	#4
quickchange Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nelson. New Zealand Posts: 2,008	Re: assist seat rope 4dr Correct yes a robe cord, was trying to remember its title , must be something out there, Its for a friend who has just restored his 4 door , im trying to help him , thanks , any Leeds i will post here ,

11-17-2021, 10:52 PM	#5
Incognito-A Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Left Coast Posts: 211	Re: assist seat rope 4dr The original robe cord had a small diameter spring in the core.

11-17-2021, 10:54 PM	#6
quickchange Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nelson. New Zealand Posts: 2,008	Re: assist seat rope 4dr Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) one is never too old to learn, i never knew that , thanks,

11-18-2021, 12:43 PM	#9
Incognito-A Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Left Coast Posts: 211	Re: assist seat rope 4dr The original robe cord is composed of individual woven strands wound around a spring core and secured at each end with steel cinch rings. This gives the appearance of being a rope but it’s really not constructed like a rope at all. Rope will sag, the original will not.

11-19-2021, 04:46 AM	#10
Bick in New Zealand Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Napier New Zealand Posts: 931	Re: assist seat rope 4dr I have heard good things about this guy. Does great shades and tassels. Could probably do a robe cord easily. http://heritageaai.com/index.html __________________ 1928 Roadster (CA67) 1931 Deluxe Coupe RHD 1931 Victoria RHD Model A's don't leak oil they just mark their territory.