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When choosing tie-down straps like the BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Tie-Down Strap, #IMF14220, you will want to keep a few things in mind. Boat tie-downs are designed for normal highway driving. The purpose of most boat tie-downs is to strap the…

Georgia, it sounds like the winch you're currently using may not be rated high enough to support the weight of your ski. That, or the bolt itself is not beefy enough. To make sure this does not happen again, I'd suggest using a winch that is…

The BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratcheting Bow Tie-Down Strap - Steel - 43" Long - 833 lbs - Qty 1 #IMF14220 has a break strength rated individually. This has a break strength of 2,500 lbs but a safe working load limit of 833 lbs. You want to…

I recommend using the BoatBuckle Heavy Duty Ratchet Transom Tie-Down Straps in either a 2' #IMF14206 4' #IMF14207 or 6' #IMF14208. You will want to find the appropriate length depending on your boat and trailer. These straps are all rated…

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

That is an excellent question and one that I am sure many people have regarding their tie-down straps. Quite often people buy tie-down straps and use them maybe a handful of times throughout the year. If something goes wrong and they need to replace,…

To carry roof mounted accessories on your 2015 Nissan Rogue S that has a naked roof will require the installation of a roof rack. The quietest setup is going to be an aero bar that uses flush mounted feet instead of a through bar that extends past…

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

The purpose of most boat tie-downs is to strap the lightest object to the heaviest object, meaning you will want to choose a tie-down with a break strength that exceeds the weight of the lightest object. Your transom straps are used in conjunction…

Hey Jeffrey, The instructions for the Rhino-Rack Universal Load Assist #RR-RUSL do not include mounting to the Yakima JetStream crossbars. I checked with Rhino-Rack and they do not have those crossbars as compatible with this load assist so I…

Although nothing is completely theft-proof when placed in an open cargo carrier like part #C18110, you can take some measures to make it a lot tougher for thieves. If the cargo can be placed in one container or bag like the etrailer Cargo Bag, part…

Hi David; more often than not it is related to the cost, so in this case what Dexter is charging as the manufacturer. This isn't the first time the complete part is cheaper than a replacement so I recommend doing what you said and buying the…

When choosing tie-down straps like the BoatBuckle G2 Retractable Tie-Down Strap, #IMF14220, you will want to keep a few things in mind. Boat tie-downs are designed for normal highway driving. The purpose of most boat tie-downs is to strap the…

Georgia, it sounds like the winch you're currently using may not be rated high enough to support the weight of your ski. That, or the bolt itself is not beefy enough. To make sure this does not happen again, I'd suggest using a winch that is…

The BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratcheting Bow Tie-Down Strap - Steel - 43" Long - 833 lbs - Qty 1 #IMF14220 has a break strength rated individually. This has a break strength of 2,500 lbs but a safe working load limit of 833 lbs. You want to…

I recommend using the BoatBuckle Heavy Duty Ratchet Transom Tie-Down Straps in either a 2' #IMF14206 4' #IMF14207 or 6' #IMF14208. You will want to find the appropriate length depending on your boat and trailer. These straps are all rated…

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

That is an excellent question and one that I am sure many people have regarding their tie-down straps. Quite often people buy tie-down straps and use them maybe a handful of times throughout the year. If something goes wrong and they need to replace,…

To carry roof mounted accessories on your 2015 Nissan Rogue S that has a naked roof will require the installation of a roof rack. The quietest setup is going to be an aero bar that uses flush mounted feet instead of a through bar that extends past…

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

The purpose of most boat tie-downs is to strap the lightest object to the heaviest object, meaning you will want to choose a tie-down with a break strength that exceeds the weight of the lightest object. Your transom straps are used in conjunction…

Hey Jeffrey, The instructions for the Rhino-Rack Universal Load Assist #RR-RUSL do not include mounting to the Yakima JetStream crossbars. I checked with Rhino-Rack and they do not have those crossbars as compatible with this load assist so I…

Although nothing is completely theft-proof when placed in an open cargo carrier like part #C18110, you can take some measures to make it a lot tougher for thieves. If the cargo can be placed in one container or bag like the etrailer Cargo Bag, part…

Hi David; more often than not it is related to the cost, so in this case what Dexter is charging as the manufacturer. This isn't the first time the complete part is cheaper than a replacement so I recommend doing what you said and buying the…