The new front tires were last year's old rear tires.  After a few rotations, they were done after no more than 200 miles.  The nylon wrapping was the same as before, gluing 1/3 at a time & holding it until it stiffened slightly, then gluing around a 2nd time.  This time, a bead was laid on the 2nd day to try to make the irregularities slap around less.  

The handle strap proved to have another use besides making the handle removable.  It allowed easily strapping stuff on top of the container.  It was top heavy but a game changer.