{"product_id":"rurtec-matingmark-harness-buckle-kit-for-ram-harness","title":"Rurtec Matingmark Harness Buckle Kit for Ram Harness","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRurtec Matingmark Harness Buckle Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Rurtec Matingmark Harness Buckle Kit is a replacement buckle set for Rurtec Matingmark ram mating harnesses. It is made for sheep farmers and shepherds who want to repair or refit an existing marking harness before or during tupping instead of buying a complete new harness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest for anyone running a Matingmark crayon system who needs reliable spares on the shelf when a buckle is lost, bent or worn at the busiest point of the mating season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement spares:\u003c\/strong\u003e Restores a worn Matingmark harness to working order.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCost sensible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refit the harness you already own rather than replacing the whole unit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick to fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Threads onto the existing harness straps without specialist tools.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason stock item:\u003c\/strong\u003e Worth holding in the shed before tupping starts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRurtec Matingmark range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part of a New Zealand made livestock mating management system.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRurtec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRange\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatingmark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarness buckle kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam mating and marking harness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRurtec Matingmark harnesses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgrihealth \/ livestock equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove the harness from the ram and lay it out flat on a clean surface.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnthread and discard the damaged or missing buckle from the strap.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThread the replacement buckle onto the strap in the same orientation as the original.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRefit the harness to the ram and tension it so it is firm but does not restrict movement or breathing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the fit daily through the mating period and adjust as the ram's condition changes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean off crayon residue, grease and mud and store dry between seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more farm and livestock equipment in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/agrihealth\"\u003eAgrihealth collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Rurtec Matingmark Harness Buckle Kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a replacement buckle kit for Rurtec Matingmark ram marking harnesses, supplied so a harness can be repaired rather than replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit my harness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is intended for use with Rurtec Matingmark harnesses. Compare the kit with the buckle on your current harness before ordering if you are using another system.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need tools to fit it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The buckle threads onto the existing harness strap by hand in the same way as the original component.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the kit include a harness or crayon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This is a buckle kit only. Harnesses and marking crayons are supplied separately.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tight should the harness be on the ram?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirm enough that it stays in position and holds the crayon against the brisket, but loose enough that the ram can move and breathe freely. Re-check daily during tupping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClean off mud, grease and crayon residue and keep the kit dry and out of direct sunlight between seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Rurtec\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eRurtec is a New Zealand manufacturer of livestock identification and mating management equipment. 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