ewa
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The retractable ones don't hold a heavy load, they slip.
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I'm surprised people can make it to 2022 (or was it 2018?) to find out that companies with "USA" in the name don't necessarily sell US-made products. Lots of companies even have local branches partially named after where the branch is located.
MooreGarage
Active member
I'll second the recommendation for PowerTye straps. I keep 8 of them in their storage bag under the seat of my truck at all times. I have this version with the carabiners and soft loops:
No fears of a strap coming loose with these. They are perfect for tying down motorcycles and ATVs, and with the carabiners, there is no need to overtighten them.
No fears of a strap coming loose with these. They are perfect for tying down motorcycles and ATVs, and with the carabiners, there is no need to overtighten them.
Even the ones made in the USA? I thought the locking mechanism in the retractable ones was the same as in the non retractable (regular) straps just with an added enclosure for the unused strap to be stored.
In your experience, the retractable straps won't support the capacity they are rated at? Thanks @ewa!
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If I may, while we're on the subject of tie-downs, I manufacture Billet Tie-Down Anchors that fit Tundra, Tacoma, Jeep Gladiator, F-150, Raptor and F-250. I thought it was a novel idea, so I got a patent on them and have been selling them for a couple of years now, mostly to the Toyota crowd.
Key benefits are: CNC machined from 6061, patented center slot to retain hooks, radiused edges so ropes and straps don't chafe, multiple attachment points, available in red, black, blue or silver anodize.
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@Ryan If this crosses a line, I'll understand and delete it.
Key benefits are: CNC machined from 6061, patented center slot to retain hooks, radiused edges so ropes and straps don't chafe, multiple attachment points, available in red, black, blue or silver anodize.
If any GJ members want to support an American small business that's owned by a long time GJ/HAMB forum member, please take a look. Send me a PM and I'll even send you a discount code!
www.billettiedowns.com
@Ryan If this crosses a line, I'll understand and delete it.
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If I may, while we're on the subject of tie-downs, I manufacture Billet Tie-Down Anchors that fit Tundra, Tacoma, Jeep Gladiator, F-150, Raptor and F-250. I thought it was a novel idea, so I got a patent on them and have been selling them for a couple of years now, mostly to the Toyota crowd.
Key benefits are: CNC machined from 6061, patented center slot to retain hooks, radiused edges so ropes and straps don't chafe, multiple attachment points, available in red, black, blue or silver anodize.
If any GJ members want to support an American small business that's owned by a long time GJ/HAMB forum member, please take a look. Send me a PM and I'll even send you a discount code!
www.billettiedowns.com
@Ryan If this crosses a line, I'll understand and delete it.
Normally, I'd delete this as spam... But these are cool as ****. Well done man... I might have to buy a set.
mike93lx
ALLIANCE MEMBER
Lol. The joys of a privately run site! As long as you impress Ryan, you are good to go
Hey @Monza Harry, sorry I just realized you were answering my question! Just to make sure I understand correctly, the "retractable" set should be as strong as the regular one, correct? Yeah, they seem to be more pricey and less capacity, probably not for heavy duty use but they do seem very practical for securing junk in the truck. Not so sure what you meant about the link for spring clamps but thanks anyways!
Monza Harry
Well-known member
Hey Alterego, you would think that a 2" strap either with or without the retractors should be the same strength, but as you can see from the links below that the retractor straps are 1/3 the strength of the standard staps. So more money for less strap. Re the spring clamps, I use them to control the loose tail, I wrap them up and then clamp that to the tensioned part of the strap.
Harry
Harry
Oh I see, that makes sense, thank you for clarifying about the spring clamps, really good idea!
In regards to the retractable straps, I guess at about 50% higher price and only 1/3 of the load capacity they are actually quite expensive...
I used Ancra cam lock straps years ago and lost a motorcycle off a trailer when I drove over a rough spot in the road. Never again. The Ancras went into the trash ans I use nothing but ratchet straps.
Like the other comments, they might be fine for tieing down some light weight item, but use ratches when you have something heavy and more valuable than a cooler.
33 years of hauling dirt bikes / street bikes with Ancra cam buckle ties downs and never had an issue. Have some other brands that I use as well.
I keep a set of cam buckle tie downs in my truck for anytime I need to keep something from sliding around in the bed of the truck /trailer or hauling motorcycles, zero turn mower, etc.
I’ll use 2” ratchet straps when hauling something heavy, like maybe tractor implements or a load that needs strapped (compressed) TIGHT, like lumber or steel.
I keep a set of cam buckle tie downs in my truck for anytime I need to keep something from sliding around in the bed of the truck /trailer or hauling motorcycles, zero turn mower, etc.
I’ll use 2” ratchet straps when hauling something heavy, like maybe tractor implements or a load that needs strapped (compressed) TIGHT, like lumber or steel.
Swanny1953
ALLIANCE MEMBER
Might be a bit off topic, but I'm looking at adding e-track to the floor of my car hauler in order to use over the wheel straps due to the low slung nature of my cars that see time on the trailer. The floor is diamond plate over a steel frame. Anyone have experience with e-track in this application? Suggested dos and don'ts?
Thanks.
Thanks.