BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock sway
bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?

Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
ideas will be appreciated.

Thanks,

Andy
2001 TJ
Modified

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

This is what I am doing
http://members.cox.net/rockntj/CJ/MVC-779F.JPG

2 straps on each axle and one strap on the front and back to load the
springs.

Flame away, but it seems to work fine.

--James

"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

This is what I am doing
http://members.cox.net/rockntj/CJ/MVC-779F.JPG

2 straps on each axle and one strap on the front and back to load the
springs.

Flame away, but it seems to work fine.

--James

"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

This is what I am doing
http://members.cox.net/rockntj/CJ/MVC-779F.JPG

2 straps on each axle and one strap on the front and back to load the
springs.

Flame away, but it seems to work fine.

--James

"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
from the frame.
This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
adapt to fit your application.
http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on car
haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical tie
down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
-Brian


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
: I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
: trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
: the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
: down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
: straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
: the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
: bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
:
: Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
: find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
: ideas will be appreciated.
:
: Thanks,
:
: Andy
: 2001 TJ
: Modified
:
:
:
:

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
from the frame.
This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
adapt to fit your application.
http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on car
haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical tie
down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
-Brian


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
: I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
: trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
: the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
: down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
: straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
: the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
: bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
:
: Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
: find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
: ideas will be appreciated.
:
: Thanks,
:
: Andy
: 2001 TJ
: Modified
:
:
:
:

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
from the frame.
This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
adapt to fit your application.
http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on car
haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical tie
down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
-Brian


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
: I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
: trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
: the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
: down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
: straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
: the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
: bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
:
: Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
: find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
: ideas will be appreciated.
:
: Thanks,
:
: Andy
: 2001 TJ
: Modified
:
:
:
:

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

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"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

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"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

www.awdirect.com

"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Exactly what I needed Brain. Thanks to all that helped. I will go with
chain as that is the best for the application.

What a group!

Andy
2001 TJ
Re 4.5 Super Flex Lift
Tom Woods SYE Kit
4:1
2-Low T-Case Shifter
Currie sway bar
ARB F&R
35" Tires - 488 Gears
Warn 9500i
Kilby Gas Skidplate
Warn Skid plates



"Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
news:wOednU0hzMdFDPDcRVn-hA@rogers.com...
> For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
> from the frame.
> This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
> adapt to fit your application.
> http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
> Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on
> car
> haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
> You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical
> tie
> down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
> -Brian
>
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> : I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> : trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
> asking
> : the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> : down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> : straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't
> in
> : the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway
> : bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
> :
> : Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
> did
> : find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> : ideas will be appreciated.
> :
> : Thanks,
> :
> : Andy
> : 2001 TJ
> : Modified
> :
> :
> :
> :
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Exactly what I needed Brain. Thanks to all that helped. I will go with
chain as that is the best for the application.

What a group!

Andy
2001 TJ
Re 4.5 Super Flex Lift
Tom Woods SYE Kit
4:1
2-Low T-Case Shifter
Currie sway bar
ARB F&R
35" Tires - 488 Gears
Warn 9500i
Kilby Gas Skidplate
Warn Skid plates



"Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
news:wOednU0hzMdFDPDcRVn-hA@rogers.com...
> For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
> from the frame.
> This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
> adapt to fit your application.
> http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
> Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on
> car
> haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
> You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical
> tie
> down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
> -Brian
>
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> : I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> : trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
> asking
> : the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> : down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> : straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't
> in
> : the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway
> : bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
> :
> : Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
> did
> : find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> : ideas will be appreciated.
> :
> : Thanks,
> :
> : Andy
> : 2001 TJ
> : Modified
> :
> :
> :
> :
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Exactly what I needed Brain. Thanks to all that helped. I will go with
chain as that is the best for the application.

What a group!

Andy
2001 TJ
Re 4.5 Super Flex Lift
Tom Woods SYE Kit
4:1
2-Low T-Case Shifter
Currie sway bar
ARB F&R
35" Tires - 488 Gears
Warn 9500i
Kilby Gas Skidplate
Warn Skid plates



"Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
news:wOednU0hzMdFDPDcRVn-hA@rogers.com...
> For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
> from the frame.
> This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
> adapt to fit your application.
> http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
> Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on
> car
> haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
> You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical
> tie
> down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
> -Brian
>
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> : I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> : trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
> asking
> : the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> : down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> : straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't
> in
> : the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway
> : bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
> :
> : Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
> did
> : find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> : ideas will be appreciated.
> :
> : Thanks,
> :
> : Andy
> : 2001 TJ
> : Modified
> :
> :
> :
> :
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

This one is good for purchasing
www.talcospecialties.com/


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

This one is good for purchasing
www.talcospecialties.com/


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

This one is good for purchasing
www.talcospecialties.com/


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Hi Brian,
The Mustang tie down suggestion scares me, something like that is
used on a dolly, but they're tie straight down, and can't rock out.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Cherokee-LTD wrote:
>
> For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
> from the frame.
> This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
> adapt to fit your application.
> http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
> Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on car
> haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
> You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical tie
> down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
> -Brian

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Hi Brian,
The Mustang tie down suggestion scares me, something like that is
used on a dolly, but they're tie straight down, and can't rock out.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Cherokee-LTD wrote:
>
> For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
> from the frame.
> This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
> adapt to fit your application.
> http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
> Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on car
> haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
> You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical tie
> down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
> -Brian

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Hi Brian,
The Mustang tie down suggestion scares me, something like that is
used on a dolly, but they're tie straight down, and can't rock out.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Cherokee-LTD wrote:
>
> For short tows wheel straps are fine but for a long haul I'd cinch it down
> from the frame.
> This PDF file will show many different accessories you can choose from or
> adapt to fit your application.
> http://www.millerind.com/english/acc.../catagory1.pdf
> Most frames have many anchor points to allow for loading flexibility on car
> haulers, they however use chains and a winch assembly for tightening them.
> You need a lot of clearance for straps or you can forget a near vertical tie
> down. You may want to consider chain vs. straps.
> -Brian

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

I think tying to the frame or bumpers is best. If you only tie to the axles
or wheels, you get body roll which can pitch the trailer. I recommend two
tie downs per end (front and rear)... if one fails (or gets loose) the other
is there for safety.

--
JimG
80' CJ-7 258 CID, HEI
4.56 Gears, Lock-Right F&R
35" BFG MT on 15x10 Centerlines
D44 Rear, D30 Front. SOA
Dana 300 w/4:1 & Currie twin sticks
Warn X8000i w/ dual batteries

00' TJ Sport 4.0L, 5sp
4.56 Gears, TrueTrac rear
33" BFG AT on 15x8 Eagle Alloys
D35 Rear, D30 Front. 3" Suspension Lift

"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

I think tying to the frame or bumpers is best. If you only tie to the axles
or wheels, you get body roll which can pitch the trailer. I recommend two
tie downs per end (front and rear)... if one fails (or gets loose) the other
is there for safety.

--
JimG
80' CJ-7 258 CID, HEI
4.56 Gears, Lock-Right F&R
35" BFG MT on 15x10 Centerlines
D44 Rear, D30 Front. SOA
Dana 300 w/4:1 & Currie twin sticks
Warn X8000i w/ dual batteries

00' TJ Sport 4.0L, 5sp
4.56 Gears, TrueTrac rear
33" BFG AT on 15x8 Eagle Alloys
D35 Rear, D30 Front. 3" Suspension Lift

"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

I think tying to the frame or bumpers is best. If you only tie to the axles
or wheels, you get body roll which can pitch the trailer. I recommend two
tie downs per end (front and rear)... if one fails (or gets loose) the other
is there for safety.

--
JimG
80' CJ-7 258 CID, HEI
4.56 Gears, Lock-Right F&R
35" BFG MT on 15x10 Centerlines
D44 Rear, D30 Front. SOA
Dana 300 w/4:1 & Currie twin sticks
Warn X8000i w/ dual batteries

00' TJ Sport 4.0L, 5sp
4.56 Gears, TrueTrac rear
33" BFG AT on 15x8 Eagle Alloys
D35 Rear, D30 Front. 3" Suspension Lift

"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
sway
> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Why even strap that thing down. I would be hoping it would fall off the
trailer and save me a trip to the junk yard:)
James that is pretty much what I did but I bought two axle straps, one for
the front and one for the rear. Hope to see you on the trail soon.
Jim F.

--
"I refuse to belong to any group that would have me as a member" Groucho
Marx
Member of the original dirty half dozen.
http://www.users.qwest.net/~jkflorence/
"RocknTJ" <jetowle@cox.net> wrote in message
news:Odgbd.73140$a85.26711@fed1read04...
>
> This is what I am doing
> http://members.cox.net/rockntj/CJ/MVC-779F.JPG
>
> 2 straps on each axle and one strap on the front and back to load the
> springs.
>
> Flame away, but it seems to work fine.
>
> --James
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>> strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>> yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>> can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>> Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>> the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>> Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Why even strap that thing down. I would be hoping it would fall off the
trailer and save me a trip to the junk yard:)
James that is pretty much what I did but I bought two axle straps, one for
the front and one for the rear. Hope to see you on the trail soon.
Jim F.

--
"I refuse to belong to any group that would have me as a member" Groucho
Marx
Member of the original dirty half dozen.
http://www.users.qwest.net/~jkflorence/
"RocknTJ" <jetowle@cox.net> wrote in message
news:Odgbd.73140$a85.26711@fed1read04...
>
> This is what I am doing
> http://members.cox.net/rockntj/CJ/MVC-779F.JPG
>
> 2 straps on each axle and one strap on the front and back to load the
> springs.
>
> Flame away, but it seems to work fine.
>
> --James
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>> strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>> yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>> can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>> Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>> the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>> Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Why even strap that thing down. I would be hoping it would fall off the
trailer and save me a trip to the junk yard:)
James that is pretty much what I did but I bought two axle straps, one for
the front and one for the rear. Hope to see you on the trail soon.
Jim F.

--
"I refuse to belong to any group that would have me as a member" Groucho
Marx
Member of the original dirty half dozen.
http://www.users.qwest.net/~jkflorence/
"RocknTJ" <jetowle@cox.net> wrote in message
news:Odgbd.73140$a85.26711@fed1read04...
>
> This is what I am doing
> http://members.cox.net/rockntj/CJ/MVC-779F.JPG
>
> 2 straps on each axle and one strap on the front and back to load the
> springs.
>
> Flame away, but it seems to work fine.
>
> --James
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>> strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>> yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>> can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>> Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>> the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>> Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

I agree with the safety of two different straps. I use an axle strap front
and rear and then also hit the frame to cinch it down. If one comes loose
the other will help hold it.
Jim F.

--
"I refuse to belong to any group that would have me as a member" Groucho
Marx
Member of the original dirty half dozen.
http://www.users.qwest.net/~jkflorence/
"JimG" <jimg@2muchspam.com> wrote in message
news:qDhbd.6945$ws2.6365@news01.roc.ny...
>I think tying to the frame or bumpers is best. If you only tie to the
>axles
> or wheels, you get body roll which can pitch the trailer. I recommend two
> tie downs per end (front and rear)... if one fails (or gets loose) the
> other
> is there for safety.
>
> --
> JimG
> 80' CJ-7 258 CID, HEI
> 4.56 Gears, Lock-Right F&R
> 35" BFG MT on 15x10 Centerlines
> D44 Rear, D30 Front. SOA
> Dana 300 w/4:1 & Currie twin sticks
> Warn X8000i w/ dual batteries
>
> 00' TJ Sport 4.0L, 5sp
> 4.56 Gears, TrueTrac rear
> 33" BFG AT on 15x8 Eagle Alloys
> D35 Rear, D30 Front. 3" Suspension Lift
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking
>> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
>> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
>> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
>> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway
>> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did
>> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
>> ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

I agree with the safety of two different straps. I use an axle strap front
and rear and then also hit the frame to cinch it down. If one comes loose
the other will help hold it.
Jim F.

--
"I refuse to belong to any group that would have me as a member" Groucho
Marx
Member of the original dirty half dozen.
http://www.users.qwest.net/~jkflorence/
"JimG" <jimg@2muchspam.com> wrote in message
news:qDhbd.6945$ws2.6365@news01.roc.ny...
>I think tying to the frame or bumpers is best. If you only tie to the
>axles
> or wheels, you get body roll which can pitch the trailer. I recommend two
> tie downs per end (front and rear)... if one fails (or gets loose) the
> other
> is there for safety.
>
> --
> JimG
> 80' CJ-7 258 CID, HEI
> 4.56 Gears, Lock-Right F&R
> 35" BFG MT on 15x10 Centerlines
> D44 Rear, D30 Front. SOA
> Dana 300 w/4:1 & Currie twin sticks
> Warn X8000i w/ dual batteries
>
> 00' TJ Sport 4.0L, 5sp
> 4.56 Gears, TrueTrac rear
> 33" BFG AT on 15x8 Eagle Alloys
> D35 Rear, D30 Front. 3" Suspension Lift
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking
>> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
>> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
>> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
>> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway
>> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did
>> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
>> ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

I agree with the safety of two different straps. I use an axle strap front
and rear and then also hit the frame to cinch it down. If one comes loose
the other will help hold it.
Jim F.

--
"I refuse to belong to any group that would have me as a member" Groucho
Marx
Member of the original dirty half dozen.
http://www.users.qwest.net/~jkflorence/
"JimG" <jimg@2muchspam.com> wrote in message
news:qDhbd.6945$ws2.6365@news01.roc.ny...
>I think tying to the frame or bumpers is best. If you only tie to the
>axles
> or wheels, you get body roll which can pitch the trailer. I recommend two
> tie downs per end (front and rear)... if one fails (or gets loose) the
> other
> is there for safety.
>
> --
> JimG
> 80' CJ-7 258 CID, HEI
> 4.56 Gears, Lock-Right F&R
> 35" BFG MT on 15x10 Centerlines
> D44 Rear, D30 Front. SOA
> Dana 300 w/4:1 & Currie twin sticks
> Warn X8000i w/ dual batteries
>
> 00' TJ Sport 4.0L, 5sp
> 4.56 Gears, TrueTrac rear
> 33" BFG AT on 15x8 Eagle Alloys
> D35 Rear, D30 Front. 3" Suspension Lift
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking
>> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
>> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
>> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
>> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway
>> bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did
>> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
>> ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Andy,

I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
"egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run then
ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Andy,

I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
"egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run then
ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Andy,

I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
"egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run then
ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.


"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm asking
> the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that strapping
> down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs, yellow
> straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I can't in
> the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie Anti-Rock
> sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to the strap?
>
> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I did
> find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks. Any
> ideas will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Andy
> 2001 TJ
> Modified
>
>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Just make sure the TJ is positioned properly on the trailer so most of its
weight is forward of the axle(s). If you don't, insufficient tongue weight
will cause vicious trailer sway as you try to get up to speed. Whatever that
trailer's total weight is with the Jeep and everything else, make sure you
have at least 10% of that weight sitting on the hitch ball as tongue weight.
:)

Jerry
--
Jerry Bransford
PP-ASEL N6TAY
See the Geezer Jeep at
http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/
"Jerry McG" <gmcgeorge.remove@frontier.net> wrote in message
news:ckl03h01bhu@enews2.newsguy.com...
> Andy,
>
> I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
> through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
> "egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
> straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run
> then ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
> pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.
>
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>> strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>> yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>> can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>> Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>> the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>> Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Just make sure the TJ is positioned properly on the trailer so most of its
weight is forward of the axle(s). If you don't, insufficient tongue weight
will cause vicious trailer sway as you try to get up to speed. Whatever that
trailer's total weight is with the Jeep and everything else, make sure you
have at least 10% of that weight sitting on the hitch ball as tongue weight.
:)

Jerry
--
Jerry Bransford
PP-ASEL N6TAY
See the Geezer Jeep at
http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/
"Jerry McG" <gmcgeorge.remove@frontier.net> wrote in message
news:ckl03h01bhu@enews2.newsguy.com...
> Andy,
>
> I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
> through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
> "egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
> straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run
> then ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
> pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.
>
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>> strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>> yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>> can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>> Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>> the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>> Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

Just make sure the TJ is positioned properly on the trailer so most of its
weight is forward of the axle(s). If you don't, insufficient tongue weight
will cause vicious trailer sway as you try to get up to speed. Whatever that
trailer's total weight is with the Jeep and everything else, make sure you
have at least 10% of that weight sitting on the hitch ball as tongue weight.
:)

Jerry
--
Jerry Bransford
PP-ASEL N6TAY
See the Geezer Jeep at
http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/
"Jerry McG" <gmcgeorge.remove@frontier.net> wrote in message
news:ckl03h01bhu@enews2.newsguy.com...
> Andy,
>
> I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
> through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
> "egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
> straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run
> then ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
> pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.
>
>
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>> I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>> trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>> asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>> strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>> yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>> can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>> Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>> the strap?
>>
>> Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>> did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>> Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Andy
>> 2001 TJ
>> Modified
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

What he said about the 10%. For a suitable double axle trailer loaded
with a TJ and winch, that works out to about 500 pounds OR MORE on the
tongue.

Jerry Bransford wrote:

> Just make sure the TJ is positioned properly on the trailer so most of its
> weight is forward of the axle(s). If you don't, insufficient tongue weight
> will cause vicious trailer sway as you try to get up to speed. Whatever that
> trailer's total weight is with the Jeep and everything else, make sure you
> have at least 10% of that weight sitting on the hitch ball as tongue weight.
> :)
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/
> "Jerry McG" <gmcgeorge.remove@frontier.net> wrote in message
> news:ckl03h01bhu@enews2.newsguy.com...
>
>>Andy,
>>
>>I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
>>through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
>>"egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
>>straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run
>>then ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
>>pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.
>>
>>
>>"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
>>news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>>
>>>I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>>>trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>>>asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>>>strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>>>yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>>>can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>>>Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>>>the strap?
>>>
>>>Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>>>did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>>>Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>>
>>>Thanks,
>>>
>>>Andy
>>>2001 TJ
>>>Modified
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

What he said about the 10%. For a suitable double axle trailer loaded
with a TJ and winch, that works out to about 500 pounds OR MORE on the
tongue.

Jerry Bransford wrote:

> Just make sure the TJ is positioned properly on the trailer so most of its
> weight is forward of the axle(s). If you don't, insufficient tongue weight
> will cause vicious trailer sway as you try to get up to speed. Whatever that
> trailer's total weight is with the Jeep and everything else, make sure you
> have at least 10% of that weight sitting on the hitch ball as tongue weight.
> :)
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/
> "Jerry McG" <gmcgeorge.remove@frontier.net> wrote in message
> news:ckl03h01bhu@enews2.newsguy.com...
>
>>Andy,
>>
>>I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
>>through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
>>"egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
>>straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run
>>then ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
>>pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.
>>
>>
>>"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
>>news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>>
>>>I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>>>trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>>>asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>>>strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>>>yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>>>can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>>>Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>>>the strap?
>>>
>>>Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>>>did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>>>Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>>
>>>Thanks,
>>>
>>>Andy
>>>2001 TJ
>>>Modified
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

Re: BEST WAY TO TIE DOWN TJ ON TRAILER
 

What he said about the 10%. For a suitable double axle trailer loaded
with a TJ and winch, that works out to about 500 pounds OR MORE on the
tongue.

Jerry Bransford wrote:

> Just make sure the TJ is positioned properly on the trailer so most of its
> weight is forward of the axle(s). If you don't, insufficient tongue weight
> will cause vicious trailer sway as you try to get up to speed. Whatever that
> trailer's total weight is with the Jeep and everything else, make sure you
> have at least 10% of that weight sitting on the hitch ball as tongue weight.
> :)
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/
> "Jerry McG" <gmcgeorge.remove@frontier.net> wrote in message
> news:ckl03h01bhu@enews2.newsguy.com...
>
>>Andy,
>>
>>I tried tying down my YJ using 3" yellow ratchet straps with chain & hooks
>>through the frame and to the trailer. It was ok, but the hooks began to
>>"egg-out" the rear holes. I've since switched to using four 3" ratchet
>>straps ties to special axle straps (short, reinforced adapters). I run
>>then ouer and behind the axle u-bolts & springs, pulling forward in an "X"
>>pattern. The suspension will flex a bit, but it's much easier to attach.
>>
>>
>>"Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
>>news:BRfbd.242179$D%.175954@attbi_s51...
>>
>>>I've decided to stop flat towing my TJ behind my motor home and get a
>>>trailer to take it along. I've seen so many ways of doing this I'm
>>>asking the group the best way. From previous posts I understand that
>>>strapping down the frame is desired. I'd like to use ratchet tie downs,
>>>yellow straps. I also could use T Hooks in the rear frame holes but I
>>>can't in the front frame holes because they are covered with my Currie
>>>Anti-Rock sway bar. Thanks a problem. What is used from the T Hook to
>>>the strap?
>>>
>>>Anybody have web sites I can go to in order to purchase all I need? I
>>>did find http://www2.northerntool.com/product/43572/ for the T Hooks.
>>>Any ideas will be appreciated.
>>>
>>>Thanks,
>>>
>>>Andy
>>>2001 TJ
>>>Modified
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>