Trailer Question

Hey guys.

Do I have to hook straps to the transom of the jon boat? Or am I able to go across the top of the back of the boat with a tie down strap like you see people have loads on flat bed trailers?

I've seen it done both ways with no issues.

Bobby like Ben said I have seen it both ways also. I don't think you would have any trouble just going over the gunnels with a tie down. It is light enough it probably wouldn't put alot strain on your front strap. Just make it tight and you should be good.

Both should be fine!

Thanks guys. Couldn't find any regulations on this.

I used to rent 14 ft. jon boats with 9.9 hp mercs from MWR at Ft Bragg, and drag them 350 miles to the mountains. A couple of times I even put a 14 ft canoe on top! A bow tie down and one strap across the boat was the way they came, and all I ever used. Never had any issues. But the strap was either Type VIII or similar nylon (at least 3600 lbs tensile strength). I would not use those cheap one inch wide ratcheting straps sold at Walmart. Use the nylon similar to the seat belts in your auto.

Thanks Bobby. I've got one about 3 inches wide that I'll be using on it. Got it from Harbor Freight Tools.

A bunch of bungie cords outta do it, right Eddie?!

They ought to Erick