New Tech Kites New Tech Kites Discussion Forum    FAQ   Search   Memberlist   Usergroups   Register   Profile   Log in to check your private messages   Log in  FC Leading Edge Connectors Goto page 1, 2  Next          New Tech Kites Forum Index -> Sport Kites View previous topic :: View next topic   Author Message jdb1007 Kite Enthusiast Joined: 26 Jul 2005 Posts: 15 Location: Renton, WA Posted: Wed Jun 21, 2006 2:29 pm    Post subject: FC Leading Edge Connectors I've read where the initial batch of FC's were made with a "size too large" leading edge connectors for the spreaders; causing them to fit loose. I noticed this on mine (#37). The fix for the upper spreader is to wrap the ends with some electrical tape to tighten up the fit. My question is for the lower, tapered spreaders. They also seem to fit loose. Is the same fix recommended - wrap the ends with some electrical tape to tighten up the fit? THANKS!!! JDB _________________ Kitebag Includes - NTK French Connection & Big Bang Back to top Chris Mile High Club Joined: 12 May 2005 Posts: 227 Location: Austin, TX Posted: Thu Jun 22, 2006 11:44 am    Post subject: We've been sending out replacement fitting to those that have contacted us. _________________ "Fly a kite for a child and you entertain them for the day. Teach a child to fly a kite and you entertain them for life." Back to top jdb1007 Kite Enthusiast Joined: 26 Jul 2005 Posts: 15 Location: Renton, WA Posted: Thu Jun 22, 2006 2:12 pm    Post subject: That's wonderful! I really appreciate NTK stepping up to the plate to resolve the issue. Whom do I need to contact to get a set of replacement fittings sent my way? JDB _________________ Kitebag Includes - NTK French Connection & Big Bang Back to top Chris Mile High Club Joined: 12 May 2005 Posts: 227 Location: Austin, TX Posted: Thu Jun 22, 2006 4:29 pm    Post subject: Simple - Send me your address _________________ "Fly a kite for a child and you entertain them for the day. Teach a child to fly a kite and you entertain them for life." Back to top ericska Wind Rider Joined: 05 Apr 2006 Posts: 50 Location: North Borneo Posted: Thu Jun 22, 2006 11:07 pm    Post subject: What about me, Chris? I haven't receive the connectors yet. Eric _________________ My kites in webshots.com Back to top Chris Mile High Club Joined: 12 May 2005 Posts: 227 Location: Austin, TX Posted: Fri Jun 23, 2006 9:15 am    Post subject: I don't remember sending anything to you Eric. Please email me your address. _________________ "Fly a kite for a child and you entertain them for the day. Teach a child to fly a kite and you entertain them for life." Back to top ericska Wind Rider Joined: 05 Apr 2006 Posts: 50 Location: North Borneo Posted: Fri Jun 23, 2006 12:09 pm    Post subject: Email sent Eric _________________ My kites in webshots.com Back to top jdb1007 Kite Enthusiast Joined: 26 Jul 2005 Posts: 15 Location: Renton, WA Posted: Mon Jun 26, 2006 11:14 pm    Post subject: I sent a PM to Chris with my contact info for the replacement fittings. In the mean time, I'm still interested in what others have done on the lower tapered spreaders. Add some tape? Or, is it a non issue; i.e. - no problems with the lower spreaders coming out. THANKS!! JDB _________________ Kitebag Includes - NTK French Connection & Big Bang Back to top TGunn Wind Rider Joined: 30 May 2005 Posts: 83 Location: Wichita Falls, Texas - USA Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 10:46 am    Post subject: jdb1007 wrote: I sent a PM to Chris with my contact info for the replacement fittings. In the mean time, I'm still interested in what others have done on the lower tapered spreaders. Add some tape? Or, is it a non issue; i.e. - no problems with the lower spreaders coming out. THANKS!! JDB If you wnat a snug fit for a loose spar/connector fitting, use scotch tape, or other like brands that are used to wrap gifts. It stays on the spar better and isn't as likely to come undone. I've had great luck using it. It also works great for making wingtip arrow nocks fit tighter! Too often electrical tape doesn't last long, especially in warmer climates or when used on sand. Give the scotch tape a try. _________________ Troy Gunn - TKO Sport Kite Team - USA http://tko.sportkite.team.tripod.com/home.htm New Tech Kites https://newtechkites.com Back to top ericska Wind Rider Joined: 05 Apr 2006 Posts: 50 Location: North Borneo Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 12:02 pm    Post subject: Hi Troy, there you are. Did you got my reply? The email you sent me about Big Bang. What does scotch tape look like? (Sorry, I never heard that in my country here.) Is it popular? Is it a milk colored paper tape they used to do spray painting? I searched with Google and end up in 3M website. And there is many type of Scotch® Tape... Eric _________________ My kites in webshots.com Back to top TGunn Wind Rider Joined: 30 May 2005 Posts: 83 Location: Wichita Falls, Texas - USA Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 1:52 pm    Post subject: ericska wrote: Hi Troy, there you are. Did you got my reply? The email you sent me about Big Bang. What does scotch tape look like? (Sorry, I never heard that in my country here.) Is it popular? Is it a milk colored paper tape they used to do spray painting? I searched with Google and end up in 3M website. And there is many type of Scotch® Tape... Eric Eric, Yes, I received your e-mail and already replied to it a couple of hours ago. The tape that I am talking about is used to tape gift wrapping paper and is usually 1/2 to 3/4 inch wide. It is on a plastic tape dispenser that also has it's own saw tooth style cutting edge, so when you pull off a piece that you need, you pull the tape over the saw tooth cutting edge and it cuts the tape at the length you need. Do a google search on gift wrapping tape. _________________ Troy Gunn - TKO Sport Kite Team - USA http://tko.sportkite.team.tripod.com/home.htm New Tech Kites https://newtechkites.com Back to top ericska Wind Rider Joined: 05 Apr 2006 Posts: 50 Location: North Borneo Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 2:01 pm    Post subject: Thanks Troy, I'll do another search for this scotch tape for gift wrapping. Weird...? I did not receive your email. Could you send again? Thanks. Good wind Eric _________________ My kites in webshots.com Back to top Chris Mile High Club Joined: 12 May 2005 Posts: 227 Location: Austin, TX Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 5:18 pm    Post subject: Eric, Replacement fittings in the mail to you now. _________________ "Fly a kite for a child and you entertain them for the day. Teach a child to fly a kite and you entertain them for life." Back to top ericska Wind Rider Joined: 05 Apr 2006 Posts: 50 Location: North Borneo Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2006 6:06 pm    Post subject: Woo!! Thanks so much Chris! Now I don't have to waste my time searching around in Google for "where to buy" scotch tape thing, but I read that it is a very nice tape... Anyway, thanks again Chris. P/S Are you coming to Malaysia in this August for Bintulu International Kite Festival in Sarawak? Did Leong Cee Wan tell you about that? Smooth breeze everywhere. Eric _________________ My kites in webshots.com Back to top jdb1007 Kite Enthusiast Joined: 26 Jul 2005 Posts: 15 Location: Renton, WA Posted: Wed Jun 28, 2006 3:13 am    Post subject: Quote: If you wnat a snug fit for a loose spar/connector fitting, use scotch tape, or other like brands that are used to wrap gifts. It stays on the spar better and isn't as likely to come undone. I've had great luck using it. It also works great for making wingtip arrow nocks fit tighter! Too often electrical tape doesn't last long, especially in warmer climates or when used on sand. Give the scotch tape a try. [Idea] Excellent idea! I'll give the scotch tape a try. THANKS!! JDB _________________ Kitebag Includes - NTK French Connection & Big Bang Back to top Chris Mile High Club Joined: 12 May 2005 Posts: 227 Location: Austin, TX Posted: Wed Jun 28, 2006 9:15 am    Post subject: ericska wrote: P/S Are you coming to Malaysia in this August for Bintulu International Kite Festival in Sarawak? Did Leong Cee Wan tell you about that? I've only heard about the event in early February. I can never go to that because of the New York Toy Fair. Regardless, I'll be out of the office on sabbatical for almost two weeks at the end of August and into September. Thanks for thinking of me. Cheers, Chris _________________ "Fly a kite for a child and you entertain them for the day. Teach a child to fly a kite and you entertain them for life." Last edited by Chris on Wed Jun 28, 2006 11:16 am; edited 1 time in total Back to top ericska Wind Rider Joined: 05 Apr 2006 Posts: 50 Location: North Borneo Posted: Wed Jun 28, 2006 9:46 am    Post subject: Quote: I've only heard about the event in early February. I can never go to that because of the New York Toy Fair. Regardless, I'll be out of the office on sabbatical for almost two weeks at the end of August and into September. Thanks for thinking of me. Oh... Eric _________________ My kites in webshots.com Back to top ericska Wind Rider Joined: 05 Apr 2006 Posts: 50 Location: North Borneo Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2006 6:52 am    Post subject: CHRIS!!! I just got the French Connection APA replacement fittings in my mail box today, and 3 NTK logo stickers! (Now where am I going to stick them? Main door of my shop? My car?) Thanks soooooo much, Chris. What a GREAT service and support! NEW TECH KITES, not only the American's favorite kites company. THE WORLD'S FAVORITE KITES COMPANY! Going to fit my FC tonight... Eric _________________ My kites in webshots.com Back to top Chris Mile High Club Joined: 12 May 2005 Posts: 227 Location: Austin, TX Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2006 9:49 am    Post subject: WhooooHOOOOOOOOO GO U.S. POSTAL Par Avion, of course Enjoy Eric. Thanks for the post. Chris _________________ "Fly a kite for a child and you entertain them for the day. Teach a child to fly a kite and you entertain them for life." Back to top ericska Wind Rider Joined: 05 Apr 2006 Posts: 50 Location: North Borneo Posted: Mon Jul 10, 2006 10:51 am    Post subject: You're welcome. 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