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  1. 01-30-2019, 08:19 AM #1
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    Retractable trailer straps

    Looking to replace my retractable trailer straps on the back of my Nitro trailer. Any recommendations?
    Thanks for any help
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    #2 01-30-2019, 08:21 AM
    Look for the ones that have SS springs
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    #3 01-30-2019, 12:08 PM
    Stainless Steel Boat Buckle.
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    #4 02-09-2019, 02:45 PM
    Would those bolt on or be welded on?? I'm looking to change my straps too.
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    #5 02-09-2019, 03:33 PM
    #1 choice - SS Boat buckle
    #2 choice - the other Boat buckle
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    #6 02-10-2019, 05:36 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Bassguy2 View Post
    Would those bolt on or be welded on?? I'm looking to change my straps too.
    They bolt on providing you have bolt holes in your trailer to accommodate the new ones.
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    #7 02-10-2019, 07:18 AM
    What ever you buy....don’t over tighten. I hear from the customer with I unhook the straps when they first roll in is “my buckles are in bad shape.” It’s because in most cases they’re so tight they’re in a bind. Just hook and click a couple times. No need to bend the trailer....
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    #8 02-10-2019, 01:40 PM
    Are you just needing replacement straps or are you wanting to buy the whole assembly?
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    #9 02-13-2019, 10:02 PM
    Def get the SS Boat Buckles!!
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    #10 02-18-2019, 09:40 PM
    I have the standard boat buckles. One isn’t working worth a crap though. Are the fixable or just time for a new set!?!?
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    #11 02-19-2019, 12:30 PM
    I went from the cheap pop over style straps to the boat buckles and I will never be without these again. As long as your trailer has holes to bolt them to, they have a bracket that will make them work.

    They’re so easy to use and simply work better. Imo they’re the best straps out there.
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    #12 02-19-2019, 06:55 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by RyanJ View Post
    I have the standard boat buckles. One isn’t working worth a crap though. Are the fixable or just time for a new set!?!?
    Have you tried spraying some lube on the ratchet mechanism and working it in? When mine get crud n them that’s all it takes to get them working smooth again.
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    #13 02-20-2019, 07:10 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by n2ratfishin View Post
    Have you tried spraying some lube on the ratchet mechanism and working it in? When mine get crud n them that’s all it takes to get them working smooth again.
    I did use some silicone spray on the ratchet mechanism. Maybe I will try some more and work it in.
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