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Retro-fitting Ortlieb QL1 to timbuk2 panner

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  • Started 6 years ago by SRD
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  1. SRD
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    My Timbuk2 pannier fell apart and i couldn't find a replacement with the same fitting system. the one I got has a hook and loop system, which was fine on my road bike, but has now fallen off both the tandem and the folder (no idea why the difference).

    But I quite like the actual pannier, so am wondering about retrofitting some QL1 or QL2 clips to it.

    I'd be more than happy to pay someone to do the retro-fitting, either in cash or kind.

    Or does anyone have any advice ?

    I think the big challenge will be punching holes through the top of the pannier without destroying it.

    Posted 6 years ago #

  2. SRD
    Moderator

    Do you think I'll need a leather punch for the holes?

    If so, does anyone have one I can borrow?

    I have one in Canada that I could bring back, but it's old and not as heavy looking as some i;ve seen.

    Posted 6 years ago #

  3. Frenchy
    Member

    What's the top of the pannier made of?

    Posted 6 years ago #

  4. SRD
    Moderator

    hard to describe. quite reinforced, but flexible.

    Posted 6 years ago #

  5. gembo
    Member

    Leatherman chap might still be there at west port?

    Posted 6 years ago #

  6. SRD
    Moderator

    Westport guy closed until 2 September, but Graham who runs Timpsons on Nicholson came through.

    He drilled the holes through, then we used a hole punch, and then an awl (my idea) to widen them a bit. problem is the screws that came supplied are not quite long enough. But i think I can sort that.

    Top guy. Turns out he's a cyclist too. Nice pic of him riding ventoux on the counter. Goes to the top of my 'cycle friendly shops' list.

    Posted 6 years ago #

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