Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
What does everyone do for a tie down going from their bow eye to the loop on the trailer? I can't find a turnbuckle that is short enough but still has enough strength. There is only about 8 inches to work with there. I would like something that puts some tension on there, but realizing that may not be possible. Do I need to just get a short section of chain and put it on there for safety's sake?
Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
Here is my setup. Winch strap, bow hold down strap, and safety chain.
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Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
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Originally Posted by
bergermaister
Geez Russ, you think that will hold? LOL
Maybe just a little overkill. Winch strap to winch, short strap to stop bounce movement, and chain for the oh s$&@ situation.
Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
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Originally Posted by
boarder3304
Where did you find that short of a strap? That would be great.
Fisherman's Marine Store in Oregon.
That probably doesn't help you.
Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
I use a couple of quickdraw climbing set like these:
http://m.rei.com/product/809735/?cm_...44272135480%7C
I use two and have the carabiner gates oriented opposite each other- just left over habits from my climbing days.
Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
Did you have to drill into your frame for the Bow BB? I was going to put mine on a couple weeks ago, then said eff it, I'll deal with it later :-)
Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
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jmvotto
They'll probably charge $14 for that part which is $17. Sorry had a bad experience with them today and won't ever do business with them. $21 part,$13 shipping from TN to SC. No way. David (rdlangston) suggested pacifictrailers.com and they had it $9 cheaper and $5.99 shipping. Sold.
Maybe check them for the same part.
Kane, I just bought and installed that G2 boat buckle and used it this past weekend and love it!!
Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
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kaneboats
I think I did have to drill a hole. So what? Got to put it right where I wanted it. I'll take a pic if anyone needs it.
I'd like a pic if you don't mind. Curious where and how you mounted it.
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Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
Thank you! I like that a lot. I'll have to order one.
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Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
Here is a pic of the rear ones on mine. They do touch the hull, but are tight enough that they won't rub/move to cause damage.
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Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
Installed the boat buckle bow tie down last night to match the boat buckles in the rear. I really like how they work and that there is nothing to misplace.
As mentioned earlier the bow tie down has to be mounted slightly off center to allow for through bolting.
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Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
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Originally Posted by
Cigars n scotch
^^Nice, I love the boat buckles. Why do you have a sticker over your trailer light? Is that a FAE I see also?
The lead wake sticker is on the step fender, no light underneath. The FAE seems to have snuck into the pic. :)
Best Tie Down Method for Bow to Trailer
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Originally Posted by
Boonejeepin
The lead wake sticker is on the step fender, no light underneath. The FAE seems to have snuck into the pic. :)
Ah sorry about that I have a white LED light there so figured trailer was the same.