farmer52 Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I tried to post an update to an old topic but was unable to do so. Here is the original link starting with page 8.http://www.bigmacktrucks.com/index.php?/topic/31022-great-dane-pup-trailer/page-8I am getting ready to "pull the trigger" on a tie down system for my Great Dane trailer. Since I am getting a goof cart I need to strap it down somehow or just let it bounce around in the trailer. I reread all the suggestions and thanks to everyone for your comments. I am shying away from vertical e-tracks for the simple reason I want to anchor low. With that said, i am thinking to mount horizontal e-tracks (or maybe L-tracks) at the bottom of the side boards rather than the floor. Also mount an 8' track across the front at the drop. I am not ruling out vertical tracks for miscellaneous securement. Comments and/or suggestions? Thanks!Mark - US Cargo Control appears to have the best selection and prices. However I am going to wait until MATS and see if anyone has any deals. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 buy this and mount on the wall just high enough to attach the clips put on all four corners of where you are going to park the carthttp://www.uscargocontrol.com/Van-Trailer-Products/E-Track-Straps-Tie-Downs/E-Track-2-Horizontal-Galvanized-Box-4Or if it was me I would use this and some HF ratchet straps and be all set for under $30http://www.uscargocontrol.com/Search?search=%284+pack%29+Stainless+Steel+Flush&x=30&y=10 Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted February 19, 2015 Author Share Posted February 19, 2015 buy this and mount on the wall just high enough to attach the clips put on all four corners of where you are going to park the carthttp://www.uscargocontrol.com/Van-Trailer-Products/E-Track-Straps-Tie-Downs/E-Track-2-Horizontal-Galvanized-Box-4Or if it was me I would use this and some HF ratchet straps and be all set for under $30http://www.uscargocontrol.com/Search?search=%284+pack%29+Stainless+Steel+Flush&x=30&y=10Great minds think alike. I am leaning toward the e-track but the L-track looks interesting too.http://www.uscargocontrol.com/Ratchet-Straps-Tie-Downs/Black-Painted-L-Track/Anchor-Point-Tie-Down-Kit-8pc-w-2-Track Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 Recessed tie downs. Put them where you need them. Flush with floor, just like what is in my race trailer. It shouldn't take much to keep that "goof" cart from moving around. 2 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 One of my old friends with plenty of experience with cars in enclosed trailers told me to always keep the straps parallel so if one comes loose the car won't end up against the sidewall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 One of my old friends with plenty of experience with cars in enclosed trailers told me to always keep the straps parallel so if one comes loose the car won't end up against the sidewall. David,What do you mean "parallel"? And how does one tie down various sized vehicles/items? Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Back In Black Pulling Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 At work we have the ones that Freightrain has pictured in inclosed trailer and they keep 4ton blacktop roller in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 21, 2015 Share Posted February 21, 2015 Ken, All four straps in two parallel lines. As opposed to the straps pulling on an angle toward the sides. I've noticed that's how they usually are on car hauling trailers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead204 Posted February 21, 2015 Share Posted February 21, 2015 ken bubble gum and duct tape should be able to hold a goof cart down! if not just put 4 old tires on the trailer and then just park the goof cart the holes of the tires! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted February 21, 2015 Author Share Posted February 21, 2015 Ken, All four straps in two parallel lines. As opposed to the straps pulling on an angle toward the sides. I've noticed that's how they usually are on car hauling trailers.Thanks David. How do you transport/tie down "orange"?How does one accommodate various widths of vehicles (cart, tractor, etc.)? And I would prefer to keep the floor "clean" of D-rings or E-tracks. Recessed D-rings will require counterboring the floor. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Ken,sorry I didn't get back to you sooner,i just saw the post! I like the idea of d-rings,but not in the floor,the original set-up you posted from U.S cargo will also work,but what about the recessed d-rings in the deck/drop? that is where I ran my 2 d-rings in the moving van,the deck provides a natural "stop" against forward motion,and a couple good ratchet straps secure the rear-ward motion. I have loaded something as large as an Oliver Super 88 with this method with no problems whatsoever.....................let me know what else you come up with ok?.................................Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted February 23, 2015 Author Share Posted February 23, 2015 Mark,As soon as the temperature gets warmer (if it ever does) I am going to take a closer look at the drop area. I was originally thinking of attaching an E-track or L-track in that area the width of the trailer. That would allow "parallel" tie down in the front. I may or may not use the drop as a "front stop". As for the rear, I thought about attaching an E-track or L-track to the floor across the rear of the trailer. But that would be something I would need to "drive" over when loading/unloading and also collect dirt.BTW, I am considering the purchase of Discount Ramps EZ-RIZER 12' ramps (MF2-14414-EZ-UTV).Oh the curse of being an engineer and a cheap one too. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Little Orange usually ride on my 7 ton tilt behind my pickup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted February 23, 2015 Author Share Posted February 23, 2015 David,And how is it tied down? Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Two straps front and rear. Close to parallel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted March 19, 2015 Author Share Posted March 19, 2015 Next week I am going to MATS and see if anyone is selling tie down "stuff". I checked the front drop area and I only have 4" between the "bumper" boards so a standard E-track (5" wide) will not work. My other option is a L-track. Seriously thinking of buying these single point tie downs and install along the sides (USCC $20 for 4).BTW, I bought a pair of folding ramps from Discount Ramps - Big Boy EZ Rizer 12' long. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Hmmm....12ft ramps.With the proper ramp support, you can do some evel knievel jumps with your cart at Macungie!Don't forget your helmet. 2 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted May 13, 2015 Author Share Posted May 13, 2015 Installed six (6) of eight L-type tie downs today. Spaced them about 6' apart on each side starting just inside the rear door. Two (2) more to install in the lower front drop area. Going to anchor them with wood screws. Since they are in front, don't need that much strength. These tie downs will not hold a large tractor or Mack truck but should hold the goof cart, garden tractor, or similar size vehicle. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead204 Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 enough of the damn tie downs.........where is the BRASS POLE? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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