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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 04:07 PM
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going to load 70 vette onto flatbed trailer.....when winching car onto the trailer, where is the best place to attach strap to front end so as not to damage car, ramps are only 4' long and trailer has 2-3' slant at back, car does not run...thanks.

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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 10:09 PM
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I secure my Vettes using the space between the lower " A " arms and frame. When I winch a Vette onto a trailer I use a synthetic choker like this: http://www.mcmaster.com/#slings/=vo59vj

Scroll down to polyester round slings. I have the green eyeless one thats about $25. I have used these on show cars with powder coated frames without damaging the finish
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I always tie a vehicle down on my trailer with over tire straps.... but then my trailer is setup for them.. I have a few different size straps.


Originally Posted by LT1driver
going to load 70 vette onto flatbed trailer.....where is the best place to attach strap to front end so as not to damage car, ramps are only 4' long and trailer has 2-3' slant at back, car does not run...thanks.

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Originally Posted by Tim 1973
I always tie a vehicle down on my trailer with over tire straps.... but then my trailer is setup for them.. I have a few different size straps.

A lot of good YOUR system does....the rest of your car fell off the trailer.

Sorry, I couldnt pass on the opportunity.
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Old Jan 29, 2015 | 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Scottd
A lot of good YOUR system does....the rest of your car fell off the trailer.

Sorry, I couldnt pass on the opportunity.


I must have had my blinders on more then once , lost the body on the vette this day....


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