Just wondering here, I was just shopping at Torklift for tie downs & turnbuckles, and one style is not for frame mounted points, but bed style points. Which is this set that you have, and what kind of tie down points do you have?
I have a couple happy jack turnbuckles you can have if you want.. I got a new truck half ton, and will have to trailer my camper or go to a camp trailer if I put it on a trailer I am going to bolt it down and chain it
potLickerHound is right about that strap but it is a "get you by in a pinch" I would suggest a more durable strap such a racheting trucker strap with hook ends. You can get them at most truck stops buy 2 the have many uses and they are high tensile streingth & rated to about 1500lbs.they also strech and rebound because of the give in the material. these offer a much better temp fix and they do not cost alot compared to some of the store brands, and as I said many uses. When you look for them they have buckle that has an end to attach to logistic rails or Z rails like you find in trailers and a hook just don't get the big flatbed straps they also have a hook but it's flat and wide not too useful.
that strap is for like tying down dirt bikes in the bed of a truck, never rely on it for long. I would also run a metal cable or chain the length of that strap with a little slack in case that strap fails. Hopefully you can find a fix quick.
Torklift is a really good company that takes care of their products. Call them and see what they say. They may even give you a better product. Not beyond them from what I've seen in the past. You may want to try some drawbar springs http://www.centuryspring.com/products/drawbar.php to dampen your load connection. I simply use straight chains and turnbuckles myself. the hook on the turnbuckle has bent straight and pulled through the torklift tiedowns a couple times but I was able to bend the hook back or replace the turnbuckle. It has only happened to me when we hit a bad bump or dip in the road like at railroad crossings and badly washboarded forest service roads so keep your eyes open for those road hazzards. Also, always be watching for overhead clearance obstructions. There are many roadside coffee shops that had their roof overhangs broken apart by an RV trying to get a coffee and hitting the roof. Keep having fun and posting your videos.
Just wondering here, I was just shopping at Torklift for tie downs & turnbuckles, and one style is not for frame mounted points, but bed style points. Which is this set that you have, and what kind of tie down points do you have?
Ratchet straps or chains with small ratchet binders work better anyway.
This is a good illustration of the importance of preparedness. It is good that you had a backup option.
Good tip brother. I think I'll carry a couple extra turnbuckles with me.
I have a couple happy jack turnbuckles you can have if you want.. I got a new truck half ton, and will have to trailer my camper or go to a camp trailer if I put it on a trailer I am going to bolt it down and chain it
potLickerHound is right about that strap but it is a "get you by in a pinch" I would suggest a more durable strap such a racheting trucker strap with hook ends. You can get them at most truck stops buy 2 the have many uses and they are high tensile streingth & rated to about 1500lbs.they also strech and rebound because of the give in the material. these offer a much better temp fix and they do not cost alot compared to some of the store brands, and as I said many uses. When you look for them they have buckle that has an end to attach to logistic rails or Z rails like you find in trailers and a hook just don't get the big flatbed straps they also have a hook but it's flat and wide not too useful.
that strap is for like tying down dirt bikes in the bed of a truck, never rely on it for long. I would also run a metal cable or chain the length of that strap with a little slack in case that strap fails. Hopefully you can find a fix quick.
Torklift is a really good company that takes care of their products. Call them and see what they say. They may even give you a better product. Not beyond them from what I've seen in the past. You may want to try some drawbar springs http://www.centuryspring.com/products/drawbar.php to dampen your load connection. I simply use straight chains and turnbuckles myself. the hook on the turnbuckle has bent straight and pulled through the torklift tiedowns a couple times but I was able to bend the hook back or replace the turnbuckle. It has only happened to me when we hit a bad bump or dip in the road like at railroad crossings and badly washboarded forest service roads so keep your eyes open for those road hazzards. Also, always be watching for overhead clearance obstructions. There are many roadside coffee shops that had their roof overhangs broken apart by an RV trying to get a coffee and hitting the roof. Keep having fun and posting your videos.
I would contact then anyway they might still take care of you.