Having a problem towing a car on a trailer?
I have been hauling my mini-van on an open car trailer and the straps are always loose when I stop for a break. I have (4)5000lb ratchet straps that I have cinched up as tight as they can go, or I h...
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Just to reiterate a few points, quality synthetic straps are a must, the nylon ones do stretch quite a bit. Make certain to have at least two full wraps around the mandrel when ratcheting, don't pull tight and start to ratchet as there won't be enough material wrapped back onto itself to tighten down on. Look closely at the stitching as well as the overall condition of the straps/tie downs on a regular basis. It is amazing how many I see with cuts, nicks or tears in the tie down. Lastly, most states require a 4-point attachment for trailering, two points in front and two in the rear. Wrapping a 20+ foot strap from one anchor point on the trailer around the axle housing and to a second point on the trailer does NOT constitute two attachment points, it is still only one.
Mike.
Mike.
