Can The Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps # EM34417 Be Used Without Bolting Down?

Question:

Can I use the Erickson Retractable Tie-Down Strap, Part #EM34417 without bolting it down? In other words, go around our camper van ladder and around the loadI am attaching to the ladder with the strap, and then hook the S hookon the end of the strap to the hole on the ratchet housingthe hole that was intended for use in bolting the ratchet down with?

asked by: M. R

Expert Reply:

Yes, you can use the Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps # EM34417 with running the straps hook into the bolt hole. I do not see any warnings/notes from Erickson saying they cannot be used in this manor. Personally I feel the Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps # EM34415 would be a better option as they are the same strap with a 2nd hook on the other end. This will give you an additional 1' of length giving you 10' instead of only 9'.

expert reply by: Bud M