MEP-002A on M116 Mystery Straps

[Piper Cub]

I stripped my M116A2/ MEP for paint and can't figure out what these straps would have been for. I can't find any like them on the internet so I don't know if it's worth trying to find replacements. Does anyone know what these would have been for or where I could buy less brittle replacements?

 

[dangier]

..Folded up cover tarp storage?
David

 

[glassk]

Mine had Jerry can holders with straps on the fender, could be for switch box or cables

 

[Piper Cub]

I guess switch boxes or maybe cover storage would make sense. It already has a toolbox bolted on the front but does not have any jerry can holders. Anyone have any straps that would bolt on like these? Extra parts are always good.