2007-08-28 15:04:15 · 11 answers · asked by Ryan M 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Boats & Boating
Why not Float the boat onto the trailer with very SLIGHT bit of power, hook up the winch and snug it up,THEN hook the safty chain. If done correctly no jerking of truck/ trailer when bottoming of bow rest, nor damage to boat. But your question does deseve the answer as asked, I prefer a cable due to size of boat, with a 3/8 saftey chain.
2007-08-28 15:39:19 · answer #1 · answered by born_tomd 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, what size boat do you have ?? 14 - 16 17 - 20
21 - 24 25 - 28. you get my point. The larger the boat, the more safety is required. I prefer using a cable. It will not rot like rope. Cable can break, but again it depends on the size cable you use and how much weight you are pulling up on the winch.
2007-08-28 15:27:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All depends on how big a boat you have, and how much damage you want to incur if the rope ever breaks. If you have a 14' or less boat, a rope will probably suffice, but if you are hauling a much bigger/heavier boat, you should probably consider a cable winch.
- The Gremlin Guy -
2007-08-28 15:08:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use either one. But, cable is better and safer when you are using a power winch. Rope will snap all at once. Cable usually gives you a warning before completely breaking. Good luck. Hand winching is dangerous if you don't know what you are doing.
2007-08-28 15:12:23 · answer #4 · answered by FILE 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cables get prickly. and can break as ropes do. The best answer is a strap similar to a seat belt. It rolls nicely on the drum. They do get sun damage after 5 years or so. Cables and ropes can snap causing injury.
2007-08-29 03:13:54 · answer #5 · answered by science teacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The stitching on flat nylon strap seem to dry rot quickly. Ropes have too much stretch.
Cable has the strongest connection to the hook.
Good luck
2007-08-28 15:56:57 · answer #6 · answered by gejandsons 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i use the strap type ,with my winch on the front of the trailer,they last better than rope or cable does,good luck on it.
2007-08-28 15:08:43 · answer #7 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Neither. I use a strap on a pulley. It tucks away nicely when I winch the boat up at the dock.
2007-08-29 05:18:44 · answer #8 · answered by Vilhelm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cable & winch, however, a safety chain along with the other is the smartest and safest route to go.
2007-08-29 07:31:04 · answer #9 · answered by ishowtt4beads 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Using rope is called a widow maker>?? use cable or flat strap if breaks it wont hit you >??
2007-08-28 15:12:52 · answer #10 · answered by 45 auto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋