They make hard plastic vee boards for corner protection. Some even have slots in them to slide the strap through. Makes keeping the sides square so the force of the strap is pushing the load down to the truck or trailer bed.
My 2013 F150's attachment points are VERY narrow. I know you aren't supposed to use carabiners with them so I use a quick link instead. Is this good practice and, if not, any ideas? The ones installed by Ford are too narrow for the hooks to pass through.
otakop67, this can be a problem. According to the feedback we've gotten from some of our viewers that are professional drivers, only "approved" - that is, "rated" attachment points are to be used. Having said that, if the quicklink is rated to exceed the strap strength (and is screwed closed securely), or a climbing, fully rated carbiner is properly installed (again, fully screwed shut), then you should be ok. That's my opinion, not a legal response! I hope that helps. Best, DFJ
@@DirtFarmerJay Thanks for the reply! I'm not sure the weight rating of the quicklink, so to be safe I will research it and replace if they're not adequate. I also used blue Locktite on the quicklink threads to ensure they don't vibrate loose.
You could also make some soft attachment points. Use load rated webbing tied in a loop using a water knot. Then pass the webbing around the Ford attachment points and hook the ratchet strap into the loop of webbing.
@@otakop67 I've never heard of that but it will work as long as it's strong enough for the load. Also, when you push the loop around the attachment points and bring it back closed it doubles the load rating.
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Craig, I'm glad you found this to be helpful. Thanks for being a part of our viewer family! Best, DFJ
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They make hard plastic vee boards for corner protection. Some even have slots in them to slide the strap through. Makes keeping the sides square so the force of the strap is pushing the load down to the truck or trailer bed.
Thanks, Denise! Good insight.
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My 2013 F150's attachment points are VERY narrow. I know you aren't supposed to use carabiners with them so I use a quick link instead. Is this good practice and, if not, any ideas? The ones installed by Ford are too narrow for the hooks to pass through.
otakop67, this can be a problem. According to the feedback we've gotten from some of our viewers that are professional drivers, only "approved" - that is, "rated" attachment points are to be used. Having said that, if the quicklink is rated to exceed the strap strength (and is screwed closed securely), or a climbing, fully rated carbiner is properly installed (again, fully screwed shut), then you should be ok. That's my opinion, not a legal response! I hope that helps. Best, DFJ
@@DirtFarmerJay Thanks for the reply! I'm not sure the weight rating of the quicklink, so to be safe I will research it and replace if they're not adequate. I also used blue Locktite on the quicklink threads to ensure they don't vibrate loose.
You could also make some soft attachment points.
Use load rated webbing tied in a loop using a water knot. Then pass the webbing around the Ford attachment points and hook the ratchet strap into the loop of webbing.
@@bryanteaston7264 Might try that with some 3/4" pull tape (Mule Tape). It has a 2500 pound strength rating.
@@otakop67 I've never heard of that but it will work as long as it's strong enough for the load.
Also, when you push the loop around the attachment points and bring it back closed it doubles the load rating.
you should go back and edit the old video description with a link to this video.
Richard, thanks. I appreciate the feedback!