Originally Posted by
SteveH
I have use silicone tubing and just stitched the ends together.
Stitching works well for leather belts as well. Strongest thread you can find)
Heat shrink tubing is ok, but works loose (in my experience) but it is good OVER a stitched connection.
I use cheap waxed dental floss and a tapestry needle to sew my treadle belts together.
Sharon in Texas