Re: Questions about trailering from a newbie.
To summarize, if using the cross strap method and one strap fails, you have a problem. With the straight strap method, three straps must fail before you encounter a significant problem.
Good point above Mr. Kelly!
Once I figured out the best location of my A on my trailer, I made up a matching length set of chains that are used with a pair of heavy nylon straps with "D" hardware sewn to each end. These chains and the "D" ended straps are always used from the rear connection points on the trailer to the rear axle of the "A" in the straight line method. (The nylon straps go around the axle to protect the paint.) With the fixed lengths of the chains and straps, the positioning of the car is always the same on the trailer. The front is then secured with 2 very heavy ratchet straps in the same straight line method. The same position on the trailer every time keeps the trailer's electric brake settings and the handling consistant.
Good Day!
Dave in MN
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