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  • What is the Stretched Length of the Erickson Bungee Cord with Carabiners
  • I spoke with my contact at Erickson about their Bungee Cord with Aluminum Carabiners # EM07039. My contact confirmed that the bungee will stretch approximately 1/2 the original length, making the stretched length approximately 4-1/2 feet, or 54 inches. The bungee cord is not rated with a working load limit.
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  • Type Of Hooks On Erickson Bungee Cord
  • The Erickson Bungee Cord, Item # EM07037, comes with 2 aluminum carabiners that are on each end of the bungee cord. The "hooks" are rustproof and have spring-loaded keepers that allow for quick, easy, and secure connections. The Erickson Bungee Cord has an unstretched length of 18 inches and is very durable.
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  • Replacement Bungee Ball Cord For RV Wheel Covers
  • We have exactly the replacement Bungee Ball Cord you are looking for! You will need the SmartStraps Adjustable Toggle Ball Bungee Cords # 3484003 which can be adjusted between 2"-12" long to ensure a snug fit on your RV Wheel Covers. Since it is also a 10 pack you will have plenty of spares! These are not direct replacements as the manufacturer of the RV Tire Covers do not sell them, but they will work great.
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  • Bungee Cords For Tightening Down Adco Tyre Guard RV Wheel Covers
  • While the Adco Tyre Gard RV Wheel Cover # 290-3932 will give you a snug fit you can still strap them down for extra piece of mind using a few SmartStraps Adjustable Bungee Cord w/ Coated Steel Hooks # 348508. These adjustable bungee cords can be adjusted from 22" to 32" to give you a tighter fit.
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  • Replacement Bungee Cord with Ball for RV and Trailer Wheel Covers
  • The SmartStraps Adjustable Toggle Ball Bungee Cords - 2" to 12" Long - Qty 8 # 3484003 is my recommendation for you. The manufacturer doesn't offer direct replacements, but these will work very well for you.
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  • Hook Opening Size for SmartStraps Bungee Cord # 348509
  • The hook opening of the SmartStraps Bungee Cord # 348509 that you referenced is 1 inch which is the standard size for similar bungees.
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  • Best Way to Secure 27 x 16-Inch Box for Safe Transport
  • The best way to secure a box is to use a ratcheting strap like # EM31350 since these straps can tighten down to the exact length you need for the dimensions of your cargo, thanks to their ratcheting mechanism. Unlike bungee cords that stretch these straps are non-elastic which means that they will hold your carton more securely than any bungee cord can. We also offer handy sets like # EM05710 (a set of 2) and # EM31352 (a set of 4) if you need more than one.
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  • How Long are the EZ Grip Bungee Cords when Stretched Out
  • I went out to the warehouse and pulled EZ Grip Bungee Cord, 32 Inches, # 3031DAT to measure it for you. The lengths listed are the un-stretched lengths. When stretched out, each model can be as long as twice the original length. About 64 inches for # 3031DAT. I made a short video showing the elasticity of the bungee cords for you.
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  • Bungee Cords To Secure Plastic Sheeting Over a Storage Bin For Transport
  • I recommend using the Titan Chain Tarp Tie-Down Straps # TCTS31 and # TCTS21 for your storage bins. These straps use a vulcanized rubber which will handle getting wet much better than a regular bungee cord. It will also hold the plastic in place much better. There are 2 different straps needed to fit your 66-1/2" diameter. The Strap # TCTS31 is 35" long overall and the Strap # TCTS21 is 25-1/2" long overall. The 2 straps will give you a relaxed measurement of 60-1/2" and you will be able...
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  • Are The Balls Used On The Erickson Bungey Ball Bungee Cord Tie-Downs Red-Colored
  • I went to our warehouse and pulled the Erickson Bungey Ball Bungee Cord Tie-Downs, part # EM06650. Every package we have on the shelf has red balls as shown on our product page, so I can feel safe in saying that you will receive the bungee cords with red balls.
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  • What is Hook Throat Diameter of Erickson Adjustable Bungee Hooks - Qty 10 Item # EM05296-10
  • The dimension you are looking for on the Erickson Adjustable Bungee Hooks - Qty 10 Item # EM05296-10 is 3/4 inches. That's the diameter of the "hook throat" which is where the cord fits through. It can fit cords that are between 1/4 inch and 5/16 inches.
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  • Recommended Tarp Tie Downs for Holding Tight at 36 Inch Length
  • This answer could very much depend on your definition of the word tight. For holding a tarp at 36 inches length, I'd recommend using a bungee that is shorter, but many don't give confirmed stretch lengths. Master Lock TarpLok Bungee Cord w/ Secure Hooks - 24 inches long, # 3028DAT, states its stretched length is up to 36 inches. This particular bungee has the secure locks that keep the cord in place even when not under tension. Not all bungee cords even of the same length when unstretched...
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  • Does The Organized Obie Bungee Cord Door Holder Come In Larger Sizes
  • The Bungee Cord Door Holder for RV Pocket Doors # OBE77FR is the only size we currently offer, but you can easily pop the bungee cord out of the holder and swap it with a longer loop from your local hardware store to make it work for your Winnie.
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  • Can the Erickson Bungee Cord w/ Aluminum Carabiners be Used to Pull Weights
  • The Erickson Bungee Cord w/ Aluminum Carabiners # EM07037 referenced in your question is a nice, sturdy bungee cord tie-down, however I don't recommend that you use it to pull 60 to 100 pound weights. These will do a great job of stretching over cargo to hold it in place, however they are not really designed to pull weight and may stretch and deteriorate over time with this type of use. I have attached a short video demonstration on this product that you can also take a look at.
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  • How are Classic Accessories # 052963762501 RV Wheel Covers Held In Place
  • The Classic Accessories Wheel Covers you mentioned, part # 052963762501 use an elastic band on the rear of the cover that applies tension, which holds the cover in place. The cover does not have grommets for attaching a bungee cord.
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  • Is It Required To Use Bungee Cords, Chain Tensioners And Or Rubber Adjusters When Using Snow Chains
  • Using bungee cords, chain tensioners or rubber adjusters isn't a requirement but certainly recommended. Rubber adjusters such as # PW99, # PW100 will make it easier to fit and tighten snow chains like the Glacier snow chains # PW2028C you referenced. The reason manufacturers recommend the rubber adjuster # PW99 or # PW100 (depending on tire size) is because the Glacier tires chains # PW2028C doesn't have an automatic tensioner. Always check your vehicle owner's manual first to ensure...
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  • Recommendation to Secure 18 Gallon Tub in the 20x60 Curt Cargo Carrier # C18150
  • The best way to secure your tubs on the 20x60 Curt Cargo Carrier # C18150 would be to use some Ratchet Tie-Down Straps like the CargoBuckle # IMF12636. Ratchet tie-downs are a little more secure than Bungee Cords but many use Bungee Cords. If you go with Bungee Cords, I suggest an assortment. I would recommend beginning with 4-6 each of # EM06664 19" and # EM06656 24", along with 2-3 each of the lengths such as # EM06658 36" and/or # EM06668 42". Bungees would be able to keep the tubs...
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  • Do SmartStraps Adjustable Toggle Ball Bungee Cords Have a WLL
  • According to my contact at SmartStraps, the Adjustable Toggle Ball Bungee Cords # 3484003 do not have a specified WLL (working load limit) rating. They are designed for very lightweight applications only (less than 20 lbs). For instance, to wrap up cords and hoses or secure tarps canopies or tents, as shown in the attached photos. As far as their construction, their outer jacket does have weather resistant coatings, however, they are not intended to be used for long-term or permanent...
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  • Diameter of the Hook on the Master Lock EZ Grip Bungee Cord # 3031DAT
  • I went and pulled a Master Lock EZ Grip Bungee Cord # 3031DAT from our warehouse to measure the diameter of the hook and found it to be 7/8 of an inch across. I attached a review video for this product for you to check out as well.
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  • Industrial Bungee Chords Dependability Under Sun Exposure
  • The Erickson Industrial Power Pull Bungee Cord - Wire Hooks w/ Pull Loops - 30" Long # EM06666 are intended to be used for either indoor or outdoor applications. They come with a 90 day warranty and I haven't heard of any cracks or breaks with them. They have a woven material to help with the initial UV ray impact so the rubber isn't directly impacted. Unfortunately I have no way of testing them for long term sun exposure under the same conditions you have, I only have the customer reviews...
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