Anyone have good sources on inexpensive vehicle tiedowns for trailers? Either chain style or nylon oversized ratchet straps.

i just asked scott at rockstomper that same question. he says Sam's Club has ratchet straps for like $12 each. I haven't checked them out though.

-Steve

Nothern Tool has axle straps and the 10k rated ratchet tie downs for a good price...

I have seen the ones at Sams Club - I use one of those on my trailer as well.

Got mine from Lowe's 2 10K ratchets for $20.

I bought the ones at Sam's club. The strap is rated for 10,000lbs, but I think the ratchet is only rated for somewhere around 2,500lbs.

I personally like chain tie downs better. I picked up a box full of chain (heavy duty) and 4 rachets (type used for tractors) at harbor freight for $100 or so. I know its all cheap stuff made in China but I have had no problems at all.

home depot, 13 bucks, i use a big chain in front and 2 straps in back! jiMMy

I got mine from LOWES they where $15 each and rated for 25,000 lbs but they are lifetime guaranteed! so that makes up for anyprice tag!!!
GOOD LUCK

home depot, 13 bucks, i use a big chain in front and 2 straps in back! jiMMy
Alright, I'll bite.

Why that pairing? I'd rather chain up in back, then pull forward with the straps to tension the load... When I jam on the brakes, I wanna know that sucker is chained back from running up on me... and even with a 454 towing, I think I can generate more forces with the brakes than with the gas pedal.

Randii

Originally posted by randii
home depot, 13 bucks, i use a big chain in front and 2 straps in back! jiMMy
Alright, I'll bite.

Why that pairing? I'd rather chain up in back, then pull forward with the straps to tension the load... When I jam on the brakes, I wanna know that sucker is chained back from running up on me... and even with a 454 towing, I think I can generate more forces with the brakes than with the gas pedal.

Randii

yeah! what Randii said................ chain the rear. strap the front.

--Sherpa

Sources for 35+ TIRE straps for a tow dolly?

My tow dolly straps barely cover my 33 x 12.5" tires, so looking for something larger.

Thanks,

Tom :usa:

Allied 2" 10k ratchet strap. Sam's club $12.74 as of a couple hours ago. I am currently doing one in the front wrapped around the round tube crossmember and then one in the rear around the axle straight back and then ratcheting down the back corners from the stock toe points to keep the body from bouncing all over the place! I think I actually got mine for Home Depot for around $15 each.

I have considered chains, etc but the hd ratchet straps seems to work great so far! :D

Corbin
www.trailseeker.com
98 Amigo

:D Corbin's first post... Welcome to the dark side:vader2: .

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EDIT:
Took you long enough to make your first post!!:eek:

Summit racing.......They will be on sale this sat!

i have been using a chain in the back and a comealong in the front for years.

Wow, Thanks everyone!

Welcome to PBB Corbin!

Mike S, I just might be at Summit this weekend and be able to check out the sale. ;)

Wheel nets: I had a friend send me this link tydwn.com (http://www.tydwn.com/) And they've got a lot of stuff including oversized tire nets.

Another good place to find ratchet straps and towing products is www.awdirect.com .

There are no financial interests here. Just trying to help out.

Later.

Ken S.

i bought some new military ratchet straps a few years ago from Surplus Center. they have an 8' strap and are perfect for vehicle tie-downs. i think they were about $12 ea. i'll try to get a phone # and part # this weekend. matt