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Spearit NTR Terminal Beads: Wishbone Assembly

1. Cut the the ends of a 12in(30cm) length of wishbone cord at an angle for easier insertion into the bead.

Tip: We recommend Spearit 1.9mm Spectra® cord for use with NTR Beads.

Tip: If you are using Spectra® or Dyneema® cord, use a sharp utility knife blade and a cutting board for keep the cuts.


2. Thread (2) NTR Terminal Beads on the cord butt first from opposite ends.

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4. Tie an overhand knot in one end of the cord.

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4. Postion and tighten the knot 1/2in(13mm) from the end of the cord.

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5. Tie a second overhand knot in the opposite end of the cord.

6. Position and tighten this knot the desired length, from the first knot.

Tip: The most common wishbone length is 4.5in(12cm) between knots.

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7. Trim the excess cord, down to 1/2in(13mm) from the second knot.

8. Melt the cord back to the knot and using gloved fingers roll the molten cord into a ball against the knot.

Tip: Unraveling the braid back to the knot will speed melting.
Tip: Using a heat gun as the heat source for melting, yields the best results and is safest.

CAUTION: This step should be performed outdoors or in a well ventilated area and protective leather gloves should be worn.


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9. Seat the end knots in the knot chambers of the NTR terminal beads.

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Spearit NTR Terminal Beads: Wishbone Installation

1. Lubricate the Spearit NTR Terminal Beads of a fully assembled wishbone with a generous amount of liquid hand soap or silicone lubricant.

2. Insert the tips of the terminal beads into the ends of the latex band tubing.

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3. Using your thumb press the terminal beads into the tubing until the butt end of the bead is flush with the end of the tubing.

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4. Position and tighten a constrictor or double constrictor knot 1/2in(13mm) from both ends of the tubing.


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Done!