trailer tie down question
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Le Mans Master
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From: Texas-out west
trailer tie down question
for those that have trailer and use for a c2/c3 vette and maybe a c5/6 vette....how far apart did you space your tie downs and how far in front and back of car did put them? thanks to all.
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Melting Slicks
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Front to back position will be determined primarily by the construction of your trailer. The tie downs need to be welded to the cross members of the frame.
I just went out and measured my trailer. The tie downs are spaced 36" apart.
I was surprised they were that close.
However during actual use, the tie downs have always seemed to be located in an appropriate position.
I would not change a thing.
I just went out and measured my trailer. The tie downs are spaced 36" apart.
I was surprised they were that close.
However during actual use, the tie downs have always seemed to be located in an appropriate position.
I would not change a thing.
Intermediate
Joined: May 2011
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From: Birmingham Alabama
Longer trailers may have two tie downs near the front and two near the rear end for the larger cars. I have mine set that way. When I place the anchor points on the trailer, the front set pulls to the front and the rear set pulls to the rear. I also use the ratchet binders only, would never never trust the clamp type.
