Expert Answers about Tow Straps and Recovery Straps

• Does Bulldog Winch Heavy-Duty Recovery Strap BDW20030 Stretch
• I checked with Bulldog Winch and their 30-foot strap # BDW20030 has less than 5% stretch so they consider it a "no stretch" strap. I do understand the distinction you're making but we use the same "recovery strap" terminology that Bulldog Winch uses for this item. Many of our "tow straps" like # H10175 include hooks.
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• What is the Difference Between a Tow/Recovery Strap and a Snatch Strap
• The difference between the recovery and tow straps has to do with how the manufacturer designed it. Some of them have hooks instead of loops for the vehicles, some of them are retractable, and some of them use more chain than material. I have attached a link to our selection of straps that you can filter through to choose the best one for your towing needs. You will want to choose a strap that has the correct length and weight capacity for what you are trying to tow. Although some of the...
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• Can a Trailer Hitch be Used as a Recovery Point for a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
• Yes, you could use Curt trailer hitch # C13065 as a recovery point to get unstuck when doing a little off-roading or muddin'. You could tie off to the safety cable loops on the hitch or what I recommend is to use tow strap loop, # TR63046, since it offers a larger area on which to attach a strap. And if you are in need of a tow strap, now or in the future, I recommend # IMF100014. I have included a link to a video showing installation of the hitch for you.
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• Can the Loops on the Curt Front Mount Hitch Part # 31408 Be Used for Vehicle Recovery
• The loops that are attached to the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 31408 can be used for vehicle recovery according to my contact at Curt. However, if you will be pulling anything toward the 9,000 lb line pull capacity of the hitch then I recommend using a tow strap mount that attaches to the receiver tube opening like part # TR63046. I have attached a review video of the tow strap mount in use for you as well.
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• Can the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver be Used for Recovery of a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
• The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31033 has a line pull strength of 9,000 lbs. Since your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit has a curb weight between 4,725 lbs and 4,955 lbs this hitch can be used for recovery. Typically a winch like part # BDW10042 is used for recovery purposes. If you don't have a winch then you can use a hitch ball with a tow hook like the Curt # C45675 and some recovery straps like part # BDW20030.
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• Is There a Minimum Shackle Diameter for 10K Erickson Tow Strap w/ Reinforced Loop Ends
• The Erickson Tow Strap w/ Reinforced Loop Ends # EM59705 is a 4" wide strap and the looped ends are a bit smaller. Since this is also a fabric it is maneuverable as well so there isn't necessarily a minimum recommended size. From what I'm seeing most tow hooks rated for 10,000 lbs have at least a 2" loop which should work just fine for this strap. Attached is a review video for you to check out.
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• Do Trailer Hitch Pins Bare Weight of Trailer When Towing
• A hitch pin used as a recovery point would not have the same weight capacity as the hitch of the truck when used for towing. This is due to fact that towing a vehicle would have much less resistance than moving a stuck vehicle and also there's no ball mount involved. So when towing the tongue weight of the trailer pushes down on the ball mount which pins it against the hitch tube creating a enough friction that the trailer is towed from that and now the hitch pin. So without the ball mount...
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• Will The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13524 Require a Stabilizing Strap With Thule 4-Bike Rack?
• The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13524 for your 1997 Toyota RAV4 does not require you to use a strap to remove the rattle some of Curt's smaller receivers will require. If your Thule 4 bike rack requires a strap then it must still be used. If you can let me know what bike rack you have I can help identify this as well if it is okay to use off-road as not all bike racks are rated for off-road use. As the Curt Receiver # C13524 is rated for up to 4,000lbs towing weight as long as your...
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• Does Erickson Recovery Strap w/ Reinforced Loop Ends # EM59500 Stretch
• The Erickson Recovery Strap w/ Reinforced Loop Ends # EM59500 is designed to stretch 10 percent so if you were to take off abruptly it would give a little bit.
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• Will the Erickson Bolt-On Tow Hook, # EM59503, Fit on a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
• The Erickson Bolt-On Tow Hook, item # EM59503, is not designed as a custom fit application but it may work on your 2010 Silverado. You will need to measure where the tow hooks attach on the vehicle to see if the mounting holes in the frame are 1-3/8 inches on center apart, and will accept 1/2 inch diameter bolts. A picture showing the mounting hole width is included. If these above dimensions will work on your truck frame, and the orientation of the hook is correct in relation to the holes...
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• Front Hitch for a 2019 Ram 1500 Limited with Factory Tow Hooks
• The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C87FR is a fit for your 2019 Ram 1500 Limited with the factory tow hooks. However, the tow hooks will need to be removed in order for the hitch to mount as they use one of the bolt holes needed for the hitch. In order to then assist with vehicle recovery it will be a good idea to keep something like the Curt Tow Strap Loop for 2" Hitches part # C45832 on hand. There isn't a front mount trailer hitches for your Ram that will allow you to...
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• Can Base Plates for 2014 Jeep Cherokee be Used for Other Purposes Than Flat Towing
• The Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519307 that fits your 4WD 2014 Jeep Cherokee can only be used for flat towing; any other type of use than their intended design is not something that we can recommend doing because it has never been tested for that and could potentially damage your vehicle if used improperly. This particular vehicle does not have a front mounted trailer hitch that will fit or even a grille guard that will fit so a hook in the front is really not a feasible option;...
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• Compatibility of Erickson Tow Strap with MaxxTow # MT70029 Tow Strap Loop
• The hoops of the Erickson tow strap # EM59796 you referred to are compatible with the MaxxTow Tow Strap Loop, part # MT70029. Keep in mind, the tow strap has a 15,000 lb capacity, but a safe working load limit (WLL) of 7,500 lbs, which means you wouldn't want to exceed the WLL of the strap.
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• Can Tow Ready Trailer Hitch Receiver Mounted Tow Strap Loop # TR63046 Be Used With Chains
• My contact at TowReady confirmed that their Trailer Hitch Receiver Mounted Tow Strap Loop, part # TR63046, will work either with tow straps or with chains. The main thing to keep in mind is that you need to use an appropriately-rated strap or chain along with this 8000-lb-rated tow strap loop. Straps and chains are rated for a safe working load limit (WLL) which is one-third of their break strength. For example, we offer the Erickson # EM59798 Tow Strap which is rated for a safe working...
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• Will Ultra-Fab Wheel Net Work with Maxey Tow Dolly for 2016 Toyota Camry
• The Ultra-Fab Wheel Net # UF46-700034 that you referenced is a universal-type wheel net so the manufacturer doesn't list specific tow dollies compatible with the straps. You will want to take a look at your Maxey Tow Dolly and the size of the wheels on your 2016 Toyota Camry to determine if the # UF46-700034 wheel net will work for you. If your Maxey Tow Dolly has a ratchet strap that will accommodate a 2 inch strap, the # UF46-700034 will work well with the dolly. The hooks on the wheel...
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• Replacement Rubber Ratcheting Straps For K-Source Universal Towing Mirrors
• Yes, the straps you need for your K-Source Universal Towing Mirrors # KS69ZR are the Replacement Ratcheting Straps for K-Source Universal Towing Mirror # KS99FR.
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• Tire Strap Recommendation for 19" Wheel
• The Erickson Adjustable Ratcheting Wheel Net w/ Hooks # EM58522 is great for your application as it fits 14" - 29" tires and has a safe working load limit (WLL) of 3,333 lbs. This comes with hooks to secure the vehicle to the towing product so you need to make sure that part is compatible. If you have a tow dolly that uses specific straps just let me know what tow dolly you have, and if we carry it I can see if we have the proper straps for you.
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• Correct Wheel Strap for Tow Dolly for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
• The # 317-18900 would work well on a trailer, but more than likely your tow dolly uses specific straps with a different hook to secure your vehicle to it. Even if you previously had this style, I know a few do, I can't guarantee that it will fit. The length on the fixed side might be too long/short to keep your vehicle properly secured depending on the attachment points. I recommend using the straps designed for your specific tow dolly. We have the following based on tow dolly brand: Ultra-Fab -Wheel...
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• Correct Demco Tow Dolly Wheel Strap for 225/50-16 Tire
• The correct size wheel strap for 225/50-16 tires on a Demco tow dolly is the Replacement 3-Point Standard Wheel Tie-Down Strap for Demco Tow Dollies part # DM03528.
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• Replacement Clip for the Clip-On Towing Mirror Part # 7070
• If you are referring to the clip that secures the rubber strap on the Clip-On Towing Mirror part # 7070 then you will want to purchase the Replacement Strap for CIPA Clip-On Towing Mirrors part # 11952STRAP. At this time, CIPA only offers the clip with the strap.
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