If lacing cord is not available for the A-22 cargo bag cover, what material can substitute for the lacing cord ties?

• A. Type 3 nylon cord
• B. Dacron rope
• C. Kevlar cord
• D. Polypropylene strap

Answer: (A)

Substituting lacing cord requires a material that behaves like the original: thin enough to pass through the bag’s eyelets and knots, yet strong enough to hold under load. Type 3 nylon cord fits this role for the A-22 cargo bag cover. It has the right diameter, good knot-holding ability, and adequate tensile strength, plus it resists wear in the lacing passages. Dacron rope is a thicker rope that won’t pass through the eyelets easily. Kevlar cord is very strong but more expensive and less practical for quick, field repairs. Polypropylene strap is a stiff strap, not a flexible lacing cord, so it won’t tie or work like the original. Therefore, Type 3 nylon cord is the best substitute.