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  • Transom Tie-Downs For 5,000-LB Boat
  • All of the ratcheting tie-downs we offer, have the retracting feature. The highest rated transom tie-downs we offer are the BoatBuckle G2, part # IMF08893. The maximum break strength for these straps is 2,500-lbs each. The safe working load limit though is 833 pounds each.
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  • How to Pick the Correct Transom Straps For a 9,000 lb. Boat and 2,500 lb. Trailer
  • When choosing transom tie-downs you will want to choose a tie-down with a break strength that exceeds the weight of the lightest object. So in your instance, you will want a strap that exceeds the 2,500 lbs. that your trailer weighs. This is to ensure that the boat does not jump off of the trailer if you run over bumps or potholes. The highest rated transom straps that we have are the BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratcheting Transom Tie-Down Straps # IMF08893, but the break strength is 2,500...
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  • Can a Transom Tie Down Be Mounted To The Bunk Boards On A Boat Trailer?
  • The CE Smith Tie-Down Bracket # CE26214G really should not be attached to the end of the bunk board. The end of the board will rot over time as it is constantly being submerged in water for loading and unloading the boat. The bracket should be attached to the crossmember or the trailer frame. You will then be able to secure your boat to the trailer using the Transom Tie-Down Straps # IMF14207.
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  • Are All Of The Metal Parts On The BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Tie-Downs Stainless Steel
  • I called my contact at BoatBuckle and asked about the G2 Retractable, Ratcheting Transom Tie-Down Straps # IMF14256. They told me the faceplate and springs in the tie-downs are stainless steel and the vinyl coated S-hook is stainless as well. The other internal parts are corrosion resistant. The replaceable parts for these tie-downs are the springs.
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  • Is The Mounting Hardware For the BoatBuckle G2 Ratchet Transom Tie-Downs # IMF14256 Sufficient?
  • The hardware for the BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratchet Transom Tie-Downs # IMF14256 is sufficient from the manufacturer. The biggest issue when mounting them is the bolts being over torqued or reused. It is important to use Anti-Seize # LT37616 to achieve the proper torque and allow you to remove the bolts in the future. The previous issues of incorrect bolt sizes has been corrected as we have not see any issues with that is some time now.
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  • Corrosion Resistance of BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Ratcheting Gunwale Tie-Down Straps IMF14221
  • The steel body of the BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Ratcheting Gunwale Tie-Down Straps # IMF14221 has an anti-corrosive finish to help protect it from the corrosive effects of a salt water environment. It does not carry a specific salt spray rating, however. Like any boat or other marine equipment placed in salt water it should be fully rinsed with fresh water after each use. You can use the included bolt to mount the ratchet directly to the trailer frame or cross member. If you need to angle...
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  • Is The Price For TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Front # TLD2142 For The Pair
  • Yes, the price you see for the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Front # TLD2142 is for the pair of front tie-downs. Note: This tie-downs are a compatible fit for a 2019 Ram 3500 with an 8 Foot Bed - with board or step extending under bed and with a factory installed hitch or a TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum 30K. If you need help finding the correct camper tie-downs for your application I'll just need to know the length of your Ram's bed, whether or not there are running...
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  • Are Demco Replacement Tow Dolly Wheel Tie-Down Straps Made of Polyester Webbing OK to Use
  • Yes, it is okay to use the polyester replacement Demco tie-down straps. It is a polyester webbing, which is a very common material for straps because unlike nylon webbing, for example, it does not stretch or absorb water, making it really good for outdoor use, like on a dolly. There are three options for replacement Demco tow dolly tie-down straps, based on the length of the strap, measured from the end of the J-hook to the closest edge of the first cross-strap - 14-1/4" J-Hook to Edge...
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  • Truck Bed Camper Tie Downs for 2000 Ford F250 with Plastic Bed Liner
  • As long as your camper is no longer than 8 feet, and you do not mind having the tie-downs permanently installed in the stake pockets, the # TDSF tie-downs would be my recommendation. Unlike the # HSSF, trimming or cutting the bed liner will not be required. The # TDHP tie down hardware will also be needed to attach the camper to the tie down bracket. You can see current pricing by clicking the provided link.
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  • Does the BoatBuckle Hold Down # IMF15435 Come with 2 Foam Pads
  • Each BoatBuckle Verticle Rod Hold-Down # IMF15435 comes with two foam closures to secure your rods down. So if you buy one BoatBuckle Hold Down, you will have two foam pads to secure up to 8 rods. You will not need to buy two BoatBuckle Hold Downs for one application. I attached a review video of the Hold Downs you may want to check out.
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  • Difference in Turnbuckle Mounting Holes on TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs # TLF3006
  • Thank you for your recent purchase of TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs # TLF3006. According to my contact at TorkLift the small notches that can appear on some of these turnbuckle mounting holes are simply "artifacts" of the plasma cutting process and are of no consequence in terms of your installation. It is just likely that these plates were cut at different points in the production run. Each of the turnbuckle mounting plates (four in total when using both front and rear...
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  • Where is Stake Pocket Tie-Down Anchor WFSPDR Made
  • The Stake Pocket Tie-Down Anchor - Black Powder Coat - 2-1/4" D-Ring - 4,000 lbs # WFSPDR is made in the United States.
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  • Aluminum and Steel TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs for 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty With 6-3/4 Foot Bed
  • There is a difference in price between the steel TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs and the ones that are made from aluminum that fit your 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty with a 6-3/4 foot bed, no boards or steps under the truck bed and either the factory hitch, SuperHitch Original 20K or SuperHitch Magnum 30K. You can find the prices on the individual product page, and to convert that to Canadian money you will need to use your favorite conversion source; I'll also send a link...
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  • Comparing Steel and Aluminum TorkLift Frame Mount Camper Tie Downs for a 2022 Ford F-350 8' Bed
  • I have attached for you below the shipping weights of each item you requested. The actual weight can be found by simply subtracting a few lbs for shipping material. TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Front part # TLF2021 (42 lbs) TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Front part # TLF2021A (38 lbs) TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Rear part # TLF3008 (32 lbs) TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Rear part # TLF3008A (28 lbs) The camper...
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  • Installing Frame-Mount Camper Tie-Down On 1984 Chevrolet C/K Pickup Truck
  • We do not have a custom tie-down kit for your 1984 Chevrolet pickup but I may have a solution for you. I called my contact at TorkLift and they told me that you can look under the front of yoru truck bed near the cab and see if you have a 4x4 inch space available, you can install part # TLR3500. You would need to drill through the 4x4 space on your frame to mount the tie-downs for your camper. For the rear you can use the same tie-downs but you will need the same 4x4 inch space on each...
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  • ATV/UTV Wheel Tie Downs That Are Made In The USA
  • While we do not have an entire kit like the Erickson ATV E-Track Tie-Down Kit # EM98CV that is Made in the USA, we will have different parts that are Made in the USA. For straps we have the Snap-Loc E-Track Tie-Down Strap # SLLS28RER. These 2" wide by 8' long straps have a safe working load of 1,467lbs each. You can attach the straps to the Stainless Steel Snap-Loc E-Track Tie-Down Anchor # SLSS which is also Made in the USA and the stainless steel construction will outlast other anchors...
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  • Hardware Included With The Brophy Stake Pocket Mounted Camper Tie Downs # TDSF
  • The Brophy Stake Pocket Mounted Camper Tie Downs # TDSF includes the following hardware: 8- 5/16 x 1 1/4 sheet metal screw 4- 5/16 flat washer 4- 5/16 hex nut 4- 5/16 x 1 hex head bolt To complete your setup you'll also need some turnbuckles, like the Brophy Basic Turnbuckles w/ Hardware for Camper Tie-Downs # TDHP.
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  • Recommended Camper Tie Down for 2019 Nissan Titan XD with 5-1/2 Foot Bed
  • I recommend the Brophy # HSAB. This does not show in the fit guide for a 5-1/2' bed as that short of bed is not generally used for truck campers. So you have to go by how they install to finish verifying. The external bed rail width cannot be more than 5-1/2 inches wide. There will need to be at least 2 inches space under the lip of the bed rail. This install by clamping onto the bed rails of your truck, no drilling required. You will want to use the Brophy Basic Turnbuckles w/ Hardware...
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  • Can I Get The Base Only For The Brophy Stake Pocket Tie Down Winch?
  • The Brophy Stake Pocket Tie-Down Winch # T2WZ is not available from Brophy as a base only option. While they do have a Replacement Lashing Winch # W2CZ they do not have the base as a individual part for purchase.
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  • Are the Rola Ratchet Tie-Down Straps # 59305 UV Resistant?
  • I have a great alternative for you. Unfortunately, I confirmed with my tech at Rola that they could not confirm the UV resistance capabilities of the Rola Ratchet Tie-Down Straps w/ S-Hooks - 1" x 10' - 600 lbs # 59305. However, for a great option that definitely does have UV protection, I recommend the ShockStrap Cam Buckle Tie-Down Straps w Shock Absorbers - 1" x 10' - 500 lbs # 297-10DR. Not only do you receive the UV resistance you need; you also receive the benefit of straps that...
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