How to ship a car…….

Discussion in 'Car Hauler and Auto Carrier Trucking Forum' started by nikmirbre, Nov 9, 2014.

  1. fortycalglock

    fortycalglock Road Train Member

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    Hey nik, I've had a few vehicles on a flat. 4 2" ratchets around the tires did a fine job. Our big binders and chains are a recipe for disaster, unless you bought a humvee.
     
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  3. damutt

    damutt Road Train Member

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    fortycal, how do you do that with 2 vehicles tho?. sorry stupid question. dont want to damgage the truck
     
  4. fortycalglock

    fortycalglock Road Train Member

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    You wrap the 2" strap around the tire like a cancer ribbon. To do 2 vehicles, have 8 2" straps. This is the way I do trailers, or vehicles. It leaves the suspension to do its deal, and no chassis or rim damage because the strap only contacts the tire.
     
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  5. nikmirbre

    nikmirbre Road Train Member

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    How do you wrap it around? I have 2" ratchets straps…. Ive been giving it thought, Chains/binders i don't think would work on a small vehicle like a civic
     
  6. mcnabbtransport

    mcnabbtransport Light Load Member

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    Fortycalglock has it right. When you tie it down this way it is essentially the say as when a rollback uses straps.
     
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    I'll take a pic tomorrow to show you
     
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  9. fortycalglock

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    Here you go Nik. I couldn't get my "rub rail" to cooperate, but this should give you an idea. This is a great method to help secure those light towers and gen sets as well.
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  10. damutt

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    Thx fortycal. Always good to know
     
  11. nikmirbre

    nikmirbre Road Train Member

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    Ok, that makes sense. I was thinking another type of cancer ribbon.....LOL...Thanks for that info, now I feel better!!
     
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