[GreenKeys] Teletype Model 43 ribbon

[Gabriel Egan]

Dear Jerry

 > The white strap functions as a tensioning spring
 > that keeps the loop of ribbon from sliding out of
 > the cartridge.  The loop of ribbon is wound up in
 > the space and unwinds in an orderly fashion when pulled.

That makes perfect sense. You sound like an expert
on this, so any suggestions for how to make the
loop a tad shorter, so it's tigthter when installed?
Mike, I think, mentioned running a cool iron over
his -- would that also shrink it a bit, do you think?

Regards

Gabriel