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Favorite ratchet strap brand? I've been through a ton!

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#1 ·
Hey everyone,

Picking up my aluminum trailer today, really excited about all the work I'll get done with it, and I won't have to borrow trailers from friends or family anymore :)

I've hauled a lot of machinery in the past, small shop stuff, small lathes and milling machines under 1000 lbs. Lots of vintage woodworking machinery as well. Used to do micro spring racing with family as well.

I've been through tons of ratchet straps, and would like to know if there is an "end-all be-all" brand out there that is good quality and fair price.

I can see spending about $80 to $120 on my straps, need four to six, and I hope that budget is within reason.

Any help would be appreciated, going to install recessed D rings in the wooden 2x floor... I'm glad that this trailer has the wooden floor with dimensioned lumber, if something gets damaged, you simply replace whichever 2x is damaged... I think this one uses 2x6's.

Of course US-made is preferred, but I also need to stick to my budget, so any brand that works good and lasts long will be considered.

Thanks,

Jason
 
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#3 ·
I should have mentioned my heaviest anticipated load... a small garden tractor (2500 lbs?).

I've seen heated debates and discussions online regarding the safety of ratchet straps and the physics involved in a crash situation... The suggested load ratings are nearly impossible, and would exceed the frame strength of the trailer regardless... I hope this thread doesn't go there, just would like to know of a great brand with a load rating of 4,000 to 6,000 lbs each. I think that would be ideal for my needs.

Thanks again!

Jason
 
#4 ·
I've had very good success over the decades with Ancra product. Both on the commercial and consumer side. They have such a broad range of products that it's easy to match needs to price point.
Truck supply, Safety supply, and off road shops normally carry Ancra brand.
Hth,

Ancra International
 
#8 ·
For durability...

Have you considered light chains and a binder for your loads? The chains do not succumb to UV exposure or road rash when trailing as an Irish pennant. Lightweight chains are easy to handle and store. If you are worried about marring the finish of a load, just cut the legs out of any old jeans you are about to toss out. They make excellent chafing blocks.
 
#9 ·
Having owned 6 different ATVs, hauled in my Toy Hauler and 2 different flat bed trailers my vote is to head to a truck stop or farm supply shop and buy some 2" wide heavy duty webbing straps. They don't rip as easy as most any 1" strap, they roll up easier too. You can buy an 18' one like the picture below online from cargo companties for $13.
 
#11 ·
How big is your garden tractor? I'm imagining a John Deere type thing and the largest one they sell(x series) may be something like 800lbs. Or are you talking about a kubota style tractor? If only a riding mower up to 25hp(gas) most Chinese straps will hold them in. I bought mine at Walmart. They have sets of 4 there, I don't recall the brand but it was $30 for 4 or something. They have worked great. I use them occasionally in the winter and they haven't rusted. I use them mainly on my jet ski and on my camping trailer
 
#12 ·
I really appreciate all the responses!

It's a Kubota BX25, the one with the front end loader and back hoe... about 2500 to 2800 lbs (I believe) with both attachments on it.

I can only see hauling the tractor if a friend or a family member wants some digging done... this trailer will mostly see construction material hauling and some shop equipment.

Thanks again!

Jason
 
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