Straps or chains?

blackcj71 · Apr 17, 2007

Which do you prefer for rig tiedowns and why??

Nuzzy · Apr 17, 2007

Some good reading...

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=65447

I always used chains and binders in the past cause I could abuse em without worrying about them wearing...

Not Jobless · Apr 18, 2007

I use both to tie mine down.

Pook · Apr 18, 2007

I use chains for the back of the rig and use straps for the front. Just set the cahins were I want them then roll truck forward till tight. Then I ratchet tight the front.

I might start using chains front and back since I have notice wearing on the straps.

Jaydog · Apr 18, 2007

Chains with ratchet binders.

Not Jobless · Apr 18, 2007

Pook said:
I use chains for the back of the rig and use straps for the front. Just set the cahins were I want them then roll truck forward till tight. Then I ratchet tight the front

Great minds must think alike :awesomework:

oh wait...you drive a Toyota...nevermind :fawkdancesmiley:

NotMatt · Apr 18, 2007

Chains with binders, simply because that's what I've got. I carry a long piece of pipe to use as a cheater bar to get those binders nice and tight.

I will probably re-evaluate when I get a new trailer and have better options for tie-down points.

SoCal Redneck · Apr 18, 2007

I've always just used 4 2" straps/tie downs

GRNTACO · Apr 18, 2007

I use four of these in the 8' flavor. http://www.macscustomtiedowns.com/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=94

skrause · Apr 18, 2007

GRNTACO said:
I use four of these in the 8' flavor. http://www.macscustomtiedowns.com/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=94

You really need to stop copying me. :fawkdancesmiley:

Grommit327 · Apr 18, 2007

GRNTACO said:
I use four of these in the 8' flavor. http://www.macscustomtiedowns.com/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=94

skrause said:
You really need to stop copying me. :fawkdancesmiley:

Do you guys call each other at night and decide hmmm...what link parts should we take pics of next :looser:'s :fawkdancesmiley:

GRNTACO · Apr 18, 2007

skrause said:
You really need to stop copying me. :fawkdancesmiley:

You are copying my plans.:flipoff: Atleast you picked a winner to follow.:looser:

GRNTACO · Apr 18, 2007

Grommit327 said:
Do you guys call each other at night and decide hmmm...what link parts should we take pics of next :looser:'s :fawkdancesmiley:

Actually we decide what we are wearing then we talk link parts.:haha:

Jaydog · Apr 18, 2007

Straps are for lumber, and if I ever get in a head on, I don't want to be wearing whatever I am towing.

Ceg · Apr 18, 2007

Chains with binders.

Not Jobless · Apr 18, 2007

Jaydog said:
Straps are for lumber, and if I ever get in a head on, I don't want to be wearing whatever I am towing.

So you think a head on with chains on your trailer/rig will hold at hwy speeds or in the Safeway parking lot?

no excuses · Apr 18, 2007

Pook said:
I use chains for the back of the rig and use straps for the front. Just set the cahins were I want them then roll truck forward till tight. Then I ratchet tight the front.

X3

just dont forget to place shift lever back in park or gear :redneck:

cisco · Apr 18, 2007

Macs 2" strap is rated 10,000 lbs. binder chain 4700 lbs

http://www2.northerntool.com/product-1/18235.htm

NotMatt · Apr 18, 2007

I think if you're in a head-on collision while towing your rig on the trailer, you're gonna be in a world of hurt whether you used chains OR straps to tie down the rig. Go with what makes you comfortable and follow applicable safety practices and load ratings for either tie-down method and then drive defensively and hope for the best. :;

Tankota · Apr 18, 2007

I use the straps. The 10,000 lb rated ones. Two in the back and one up front. All of them on the axle tubes.

I'd consider chain if the binders and the "non rust" type chain were more affordable and I had a good secure place to store (lock) them on the trailer when not in use.