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  • Comparing Brophy Camper Tie Downs # HSSF and # HSAB
  • The Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs - Bed Mount - Black Powder Coated Steel - Qty 4 # HSSF and the Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs - Bed Mount - Black Powder Coated Steel - Qty 4 # HSAB will be equally strong. I reached out to my contact at the manufacturer and they said the tie down strength will be limited by your vehicle and that the only difference between these tie downs is the tab and where it connects. I've attached videos of both products for you.
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  • Difference Between The Brophy Tie Downs TDSF and HSSF For a Camper Towed By a 2000 Ford F-150
  • I contacted our representative at Brophy about the differences between the Tie Down Anchor, part # TDSF, and the Camper Tie Down, part # HSSF. Part # TDSF can be used on campers that have a total length of up to 8 feet in length. Part # HSSF can be used on any size campers. Part # TDSF mounts into the stake pocket, where as part # HSSF mounts over the sidewall of the truck bed. Also, part # HSSF is ok to use in trucks with spray-in bed liners. If your truck has a drop-in bed liner, it...
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  • What Is The Difference Between The Two Types Of Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie Downs
  • I have an answer for you. The difference between the Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs - Bed Mount - Black Powder Coated Steel - Qty 4 # HSSF. And the Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs - Bed Mount - Black Powder Coated Steel - Qty 4 # HSAB are on the actual tie down side of the clamp. the # HSAB has a lip that makes attaching turnbuckles easier. Where the # HSSF does not. I will attach some photos to show you the differences. If you need turnbuckles we have them here Brophy Basic Turnbuckles...
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  • Torklift Truck Camper Tie-Downs For My 2019 Ram 3500 4X4 Diesel
  • Your 2019 Ram 3500 4X4 diesel with the 8' bed and factory running boards under the cab. You have two options, depending on your vehicle's options. If you have the 8' bed with a fixed board under your cab with factory installed hitch, you will need the following items. TorkLift Talon Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Aluminum - Front, part # TL94FR TorkLift Talon Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Aluminum - Rear, part # TL34FR If you have the 8' bed with a factory electric...
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  • Comparing Brophy Truck Bed Camper Tie Downs
  • On the ends of the Brophy tie downs # HSAB where you would tie off the camper the tip is turn up to be parallel with the ground. The angled design allows more clearance between hold-downs and truck fenders.On # HSSF the tips are not turn up and are at about a 45 degree angle. For either kit I also recommend the associated hardware package # TDHP.
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  • Comparing Installations Of Camper Tie-Downs For a 2013 Ram 1500 With 6-1/2' Bed
  • First of all the board or step underneath truck bed is referring to nerf bar or step that extends past the cab of your 2013 Ram 1500 to where it can also be used for accessing items in your bed. These will look like the Westin R5 Modular Nerf Bars # 28-534310. There are really 3 different types of tie down anchors used for anchoring a slide in truck camper. Really a good, better, best comparison. The Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs # HSSF are the good anchors. These anchors are the...
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  • TorkLift Frame-Mounted Truck Camper Tie-Downs versus Clamp-On Type for 2017 Ram 1500
  • A frame-mounted camper tie-down system will generally be a better option than a clamp-on type since it uses the strength of the truck's frame to secure the slide-in camper. For your 2017 Ram 1500 we have a number of such frame-mount kits from TorkLift that appear on the linked page. The fit of the front and rear tie-downs depends on the truck's overall configuration including bed length, hitch type and whether or not there is a step under the bed. You can use the Select Vehicle Style...
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  • Clamp On or Stake Pocket Camper Tie-Downs on a 1985 Chevrolet K10
  • The clamp on camper tie-downs like # HSSF make a more secure and stronger connection than the stake pocket ones like # TDSF. Since they "grab" around the bed rail. For the hardware use # TDHP.
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  • HappiJac Truck-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs in Different Colors
  • The HappiJac Truck-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs, part # LC236326-205221, are only available in the colors shown on that page. Even the replacement parts conform to the original color scheme.
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  • What is the Difference Between Brophy Truck Camper Tie-Downs
  • Yes, the # HSAB is angled at the ends making it easier to attach the turnbuckles and keeping the tie-downs further from the truck's fenders. The # HSSF will work just as well but isn't quite as easy to connect.
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  • Weight Difference Between TorkLift Camper Tie Downs
  • The weight of the TorkLift Talon Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs # TLC2204 is 21.4 lbs, while # TLC3206 weights 29.5 lbs. Other than # TLC3206 weighing 7.4 lbs more than # TLC2204; # TLC3206A is aluminum and # TLC3206 is black in color. Also, # TLC2204 and # TLC2204A is # TLC2204A is aluminum, and # TLC2204 is black in color.
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  • Comparison Of Aluminum And Steel TorkLift Talon Custom Camper Tie-Downs For 2014 Ford F-150
  • You are correct. The difference between part # TLF2014 and part # TLF2014A is the constructions. The # TLF2014 is constructed of powder-coated steel and includes the hardware. Part # TLF2014A is made of aircraft-grade aluminum and has a powder-coated finish as well. This kit also includes the hardware and the finishing kit, part # TLA7009. The finishing kit has foam blocks to insert in the brackets to keep dirt out and rubber caps for the front receivers. Both tie-down sets have a...
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  • What is Difference Between Brophy Camper Hold-Down Kits # HSBP and # HSSF for 2004 Silverado
  • The Brophy Camper Hold-Down Kits # HSSF and # HSBP differ in their finish. The HSBP has a zinc finish while the HSSF has a black powder-coat finish. Both of these products are intended to fit a broad range of trucks with the exceptions of some double-wall beds, step-side beds, and some dually and import trucks. These fit trucks that have a downward lip on the underside of the bed rail. Bed liners may require trimming in some cases. Both kits feature easy no-drill 2-bolt installation...
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  • Difference Between The Brophy Camper Tie-Downs HSAB And HSSF
  • The Brophy # HSAB and # HSSF are essentially the same thing with the exception that the # HSAB has a small bend in it to make connecting to your turnbuckles easier. If you're still needing turnbuckles you can use part # TDHP.
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  • What is the Difference Between ShockStrap Ratcheting ATV and Motorcycle Tie-Down Kits
  • ShockStrap Ratcheting Tie-Down Kit w/ Built-In Shock Absorbers # 297-7RSBB-M comes with strap latches on the ends, which you can see more of in the video I have linked. The similar version, # 297-9RSBB-M, does not have those strap latches. The latches are to help keep tie-down hooks from detaching from their anchor points when there is slack in the line.
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  • Is There a Difference Between ShockStrap Ratchet Motorcycle and UTV Tie-Downs
  • The only difference between the ShockStrap Ratchet UTV Tie-Downs with Shock Absorbers # 297-7RSBB-UTV and ShockStrap Ratchet Motorcycle Tie-Downs with Shock Absorbers # 297-7RSBB-M is the title, so people searching for either UTV or Motorcycle tie-downs can find them easier. So these are the same set of four 1-1/2" wide x 7' long straps with rubber-coated S-hooks with a 1,000 lbs working load limit (per strap). I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well of the ShockStrap...
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  • Difference Between Brophy Tie-Down # RR06 And # RR6K
  • There is no difference between the D-Ring Tie Down, part # RR06 and the tie-down that is included in the # RR6K other than the backing plate and the mounting hardware. the D-Ring is the same for both of these items. These have a capacity of 6,000 lbs and a safe working load limit of 2,000 lbs. These are a bolt-on design. The recessed ring swivels 360 degrees. I have attached a photo of the tie-down that shows the dimensions you can check out.
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  • Difference Between BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Ratchet Straps # IMF08893 and # IMF14220
  • That's exactly correct. Both G2 ratchet straps are identical with identical mounting hardware. The # IMF08893 includes a pair of straps for use on the boat's transom, and the # IMF14220 includes one strap for use at the bow. To see product demonstration videos, click the provided links.
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  • Difference In Working Load Limit Between CargoBuckle Tie-Downs
  • Although both systems have a strap that measures 2 inches X 6 ft, they have completely different mounting styles and that is why the difference in the WLL(safe working load limit) exists. The WLL is 1/3 of the maximum break strength of the system. As the attached photo shows, part # IMF18804, uses 4 bolts and a plate below the mounting surface it is attached to. The WLL is 1,167 lbs, and the breaking strength is 3,500 lbs for this tie-down. The CargoBuckle G3 Retractable Ratchet Straps,...
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  • Is BoatBuckle Kwik-Lok Gunwale Tie-Down Strap # IMF13114 Sold Individually
  • If you are asking if the BoatBuckle Kwik-Lok Gunwale Tie-Down Strap # IMF13114 is sold individually it is.
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