Replacing chains on old baskets

[Erik Siersdale]

After years of weather abuse, the chains on my Discatcher Sport practice basket are completely rusted through. As the basic framework of the basket is in decent shape, I'm wondering it it would be easy enough to replace the chains with some more resistant alternatives. Has anyone done this before? I'm looking for suggestions on where to buy good disc catching chain and what tools would be needed? Or would it be easier to just buy a new basket of similar caliber?

[Karl Molitoris]

Erik,
Chains are way cheaper than a new target. In addition, I'm sure others will chime in, but take the time to find out what type of basket (make and model) you like the sound of, "borrow" 1 chain from such, and go duplicate it at a source (hardwhare store, etc). Also, consider whether heavier or lighter gauge is warranted (may depend on your putting style)
Karl

[Jeff Wiechowski]

Discatcher Sport chains are zinc plated. Once the plating starts to chip off, they rust.

My recommendation is to replace with galvanized chain of the same size.
DB5's at J-Park have this and are not rusted 9 years later.
Once you have the gauge and length figured, you can cut to size at the Depot/Lowes/etc and all you need is some "S" hooks and plyers to install/replace. You can also add inner chains.

[Erik Siersdale]

Innova offered to sell me a new set of chains for $75. I'm thinking it'll be cheaper to get new links at home depot and cut them myself.

[Jeff Wiechowski]

Innova offered to sell me a new set of chains for $75. I'm thinking it'll be cheaper to get new links at home depot and cut them myself.

Thinking that Innova will sell you the same zinc-plated stuff that's all rusted on your basket now. Home Depot/Lowes has galvanized chain that will not rust. You can also add some inner chains too.

[James Reinle]

Anyone who is looking to replace chains, I bought this chain for my home made baskets, for the Blue Heron. Two years outside, no rust yet.
https://www.mfrexpress.com/20x125-strai ... p-332.html