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Joe.G · 11-24-2023, 08:19 PM

I am looking to pick up some straps to use on my Camaro, What are you guys using? Around the wheel? Suspension?

Thanks

*SSE 4 2SS* · 11-24-2023, 11:32 PM

I installed E-trac on my trailer and use wheel net style straps. This allows me to get the ratchet device out from under the car, front and rear… My car, and a bunch I haul (Vettes) are lowered so this is helpful…

I strongly prefer tying the wheel/tire down rather than the suspension/chassis…

Let the suspension work… and I feel there is much less shock to the tie down components. If something loads the suspension to the point the straps loosen momentarily, then the car rebounds, is hit the straps pretty hard… There are different schools of thought but this has worked well for me…

Joe.G · 11-25-2023, 05:40 AM

I'll look this up I am not familiar with it. Thanks

ariZona28 · 11-25-2023, 10:21 PM

No matter the method you use you can't go wrong with MAC'S straps and accessories. Great stuff. I cinch the Z/28 down with the ZL1 Addons frame mounted strap points. I go through the wheels with my C5 Z06. Above mentioned net style is very good also. Just don't go with cheap s#!t equipment as it's highly desirable to have your car remain on the trailer for the entire journey.

Ashen 6.2 · 11-26-2023, 06:19 AM

I use T-Hooks that fit into oblong holes in the frame on all 4 corners. This is what some towing companies and car haulers use to tie down with. It pulls the frame of the car down and keeps the suspension from bouncing while towing.

There is nothing wrong with the over the wheel strap set ups either. Just a preference on which one to use.

Here is a link to the T-hooks https://www.macscustomtiedowns.com/s...hook/p/340003/

MACS straps will be my next purchase to use here before too long.

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Joe.G · 11-26-2023, 10:26 AM

Thanks guys I see there are a few choice I see.

acammer · 11-27-2023, 07:54 AM

When I strap mine down, I go into the slots on the front cross-member, and then I grab the slots in the rear control arms. It would be tricky to reach those front slots on a lowered car - but on my monster truck it's no issue.

I try to avoid strapping through the wheel and to a spoke - this is a recipe for a loose strap, as unless that wheel is in the prefect spot it still has the potential to slip and turn if enough force is applied to it. And even with anti-marring sleeves its' still pretty easy to scuff up the wheel. Strapping over top of the wheel with the right size wheel net works fine if you've setup right to use them.

Joe.G · 11-27-2023, 09:02 AM

I think I am going to order axle traps and tire nets, See which I like better. I don't want to damage or mark anything up .

NoDakZ/28 · 11-27-2023, 09:06 AM

Always use the the transport points with t-hooks on both cars and never any issues. I may upgrade my trailer to e-track some day and get tire tie downs.

Joe.G · 11-27-2023, 09:07 AM

E trac does look like something I will get at some point.

11-24-2023, 08:19 PM	#1
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	Car Trailer straps/Tie Downs what are you guys using? I am looking to pick up some straps to use on my Camaro, What are you guys using? Around the wheel? Suspension? Thanks __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

11-24-2023, 11:32 PM	#2
SSE 4 2SS Boosted Moderator Drives: Bone Stock LS3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Marion Tx Posts: 15,495	I installed E-trac on my trailer and use wheel net style straps. This allows me to get the ratchet device out from under the car, front and rear… My car, and a bunch I haul (Vettes) are lowered so this is helpful… I strongly prefer tying the wheel/tire down rather than the suspension/chassis… Let the suspension work… and I feel there is much less shock to the tie down components. If something loads the suspension to the point the straps loosen momentarily, then the car rebounds, is hit the straps pretty hard… There are different schools of thought but this has worked well for me… __________________ If the car feels like it is on rails, you are probably driving too slow. -Ross Bentley Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall. Torque is how far you take the wall with you. “If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough.” Mario Andretti If you can turn, you ain't going fast enough...

11-25-2023, 05:40 AM	#3
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	I'll look this up I am not familiar with it. Thanks __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

11-25-2023, 10:21 PM	#4
ariZona28 Give speed a chance Drives: 2015 Camaro 2LS, 2015 Camaro Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 2,233	No matter the method you use you can't go wrong with MAC'S straps and accessories. Great stuff. I cinch the Z/28 down with the ZL1 Addons frame mounted strap points. I go through the wheels with my C5 Z06. Above mentioned net style is very good also. Just don't go with cheap s#!t equipment as it's highly desirable to have your car remain on the trailer for the entire journey. Attached Images __________________ 2LS: a TREMENDOUS machine. Z/28: it's a BIT MORE POWERFUL, of course.

11-26-2023, 06:19 AM	#5
Ashen 6.2 Drives: 2014 Camaro Z/SS Join Date: May 2014 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 1,998 View My Garage	I use T-Hooks that fit into oblong holes in the frame on all 4 corners. This is what some towing companies and car haulers use to tie down with. It pulls the frame of the car down and keeps the suspension from bouncing while towing. There is nothing wrong with the over the wheel strap set ups either. Just a preference on which one to use. Here is a link to the T-hooks https://www.macscustomtiedowns.com/s...hook/p/340003/ MACS straps will be my next purchase to use here before too long. __________________ 2014 Camaro SS L99, Ashen Grey w/Black Leather - Build thread - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=491561 Mods - GPI 416 w/Custom Grind Cam, Ported Heads & Tuned by Ben, Holley Dominator ECU, Mag Heartbeat, ZL1 Fuel Pump & DSX Aux Pump, NW 103 TB, FIC 1650's, Alky Meth, Circle D 3600 Triple Disc, Kooks Headers, Viking Coil Overs & all the BMR Goodies in the rear, Zl1 3.23 Diff, DSS Axles, Gulfcoast Driveshaft, Hendrix Offset Diff Bushings, AFE Solid Subframe Bushings, 875HP/843TQ 5FDP

11-26-2023, 10:26 AM	#6
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	Thanks guys I see there are a few choice I see. __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

11-27-2023, 07:54 AM	#7
acammer GPI Sales Consultant Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS SGM Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Weedsport, NY Posts: 2,794 View My Garage	When I strap mine down, I go into the slots on the front cross-member, and then I grab the slots in the rear control arms. It would be tricky to reach those front slots on a lowered car - but on my monster truck it's no issue. I try to avoid strapping through the wheel and to a spoke - this is a recipe for a loose strap, as unless that wheel is in the prefect spot it still has the potential to slip and turn if enough force is applied to it. And even with anti-marring sleeves its' still pretty easy to scuff up the wheel. Strapping over top of the wheel with the right size wheel net works fine if you've setup right to use them. Attached Images __________________ GPI Max Package 2.0: Brodix BR7 heads/GPI porting, MAX3 cam, ST2116LSR, BSR Max Lift rockers, LS7 LSXR with 103mm TB, Vararam OTR, Mcleod RXT, G-Force/Strange 9" IRS setup with 4.63 gear. 551whp, 11.1@124mph. *Got a question about a GPI product? Feel free to shoot me a message!*

11-27-2023, 09:02 AM	#8
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	I think I am going to order axle traps and tire nets, See which I like better. I don't want to damage or mark anything up . __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

11-27-2023, 09:06 AM	#9
NoDakZ/28 Drives: 2014 Z/28 CTF Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: North Dakota Posts: 626 View My Garage	Always use the the transport points with t-hooks on both cars and never any issues. I may upgrade my trailer to e-track some day and get tire tie downs. __________________ 2014 1LE - Sold 2014 Z/28 #99008 CTF SIM

11-27-2023, 09:07 AM	#10
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	E trac does look like something I will get at some point. __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.