Mello Mike wrote:
Not only that, but I've driven through some intense wind storms in Northern Arizona without incident though I do have frame mounted Torklift tie downs for my rig.
Driving 60+ mph and being passed by a semi is an intense wind storm. The OP said it tweaked the bumper. Many have talked about how rugged the older (2001?) bumpers are and they're ok for HJs.
I don't think the TC would have come off of the truck (JMHO) with Torklift Tiedowns. Probably wouldn't have prevented damage to the TC anchor point considering the apparent design but I'm no engineer. Sure would be nice if some of the manufacturer's would contribute to this site. I'd bet they monitor it.
Go on Torklift's site. They used to have pics/video of a truck and TC on it's side in a ditch. Retrieval accomplished without the TC coming off of the truck. Yes I have Torklift Tiedowns and No I don't work for Torklift.