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Carpetguy · 11-04-2022, 03:36 PM

I have searched and read alot before asking another Question. Seen some say they don't use tire straps Some do.I can't get a strap under the belly pan and not messing up the front clip.
I want to know if anyone had issues with strapping the tires down?
Seen there is a slot on rear control arms also.
Is that the best to tie down aswell
Thanks

SS_Dave · 11-04-2022, 04:51 PM

Haven't messed with it myself, but food for thought. If you just tie wheels, suspension travel is still in play. So the car bounces. Obviously tying to frame, you can cinch it down to avoid that.

Royal Tiger · 11-04-2022, 04:58 PM

I’ve trailered mine twice in an enclosed trailer. My buddy used the fancy ones that go up and over the tire and lock in tracks in the floor. No issues.

Carpetguy · 11-04-2022, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by SS_Dave

Haven't messed with it myself, but food for thought. If you just tie wheels, suspension travel is still in play. So the car bounces. Obviously tying to frame, you can cinch it down to avoid that.

What I was thinking too.But just driving it causes more abuse pot holes etc, I was thinking.
Just confused about that.If it was a concern.

Carpetguy · 11-04-2022, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Royal Tiger

I’ve trailered mine twice in an enclosed trailer. My buddy used the fancy ones that go up and over the tire and lock in tracks in the floor. No issues.

Thanks.,Don't have the tracks ,But thinking about the tire loops

ariZona28 · 11-04-2022, 06:56 PM

ZL1 Addons strap points and Mac straps. Pricey but my Z/28 is worth it.

Camaro2ss2010 · 11-04-2022, 07:49 PM

I have pulled mine in my enclosed trailer quite a few times with no issues. The longest I have traveled with it was about 4.5 hours (about 300 miles) to Camaro Fest.

CamaroCracka · 11-05-2022, 07:07 AM

I use the straps that go around the wheel spoke and then a 4ton ratchet strap on each end to tie it to the trailer. Never had an issue with any wheel damage or the trailer bouncing. I am careful about the orientation of the ratchet strap so it does not try to chew up the chin spoiler. My trailer was made in 1997 so it has seen it's better days and I usually tow at around 70 mph or so. I've trailered it dozens of times including taking it to Sebring, Homestead and Bowling Green. I do not treat the car like a goddess, despite what my wife says. I have to keep costs down as I have a few different toys and they suck up a good bit of time and money. Hope that helps.

13hotwheels · 11-05-2022, 07:25 AM

We used wheel straps when we brought her home from NY to MI…worked fine, required some 2x10’s tho to make clearance to get on and keep splitter safe.

Ashen 6.2 · 11-05-2022, 07:43 AM

I use these when trailering mine. There are slots in the front subframe and rear body/frame for these to fit in. They work well and I haven't had any issues with the straps touching anything including the splitter.

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Carpetguy · 11-05-2022, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 13hotwheels

We used wheel straps when we brought her home from NY to MI…worked fine, required some 2x10’s tho to make clearance to get on and keep splitter safe.

Thanks
Looks like a tight fit on the trailer 😮

Carpetguy · 11-05-2022, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Ashen 6.2

I use these when trailering mine. There are slots in the front subframe and rear body/frame for these to fit in. They work well and I haven't had any issues with the straps touching anything including the splitter.

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I was looking at hose and worried on the splitter.Have to look for the slots on the rear.
Thanks

Carpetguy · 11-05-2022, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroCracka

I use the straps that go around the wheel spoke and then a 4ton ratchet strap on each end to tie it to the trailer. Never had an issue with any wheel damage or the trailer bouncing. I am careful about the orientation of the ratchet strap so it does not try to chew up the chin spoiler. My trailer was made in 1997 so it has seen it's better days and I usually tow at around 70 mph or so. I've trailered it dozens of times including taking it to Sebring, Homestead and Bowling Green. I do not treat the car like a goddess, despite what my wife says. I have to keep costs down as I have a few different toys and they suck up a good bit of time and money. Hope that helps.

I wasn't sure about going through the spokes.Just definitely want it secured
Thanks

13hotwheels · 11-05-2022, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Carpetguy

Thanks
Looks like a tight fit on the trailer 😮

It was... but got her home safe and sound. Uhaul worked for a 1 way trip... the fact I trailered likely shocked my friends...wheels are meant to go round and round

11-04-2022, 03:36 PM	#1
Carpetguy Drives: 2011 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Illinois Posts: 120	Trailering the camaro? I have searched and read alot before asking another Question. Seen some say they don't use tire straps Some do.I can't get a strap under the belly pan and not messing up the front clip. I want to know if anyone had issues with strapping the tires down? Seen there is a slot on rear control arms also. Is that the best to tie down aswell Thanks

11-04-2022, 06:56 PM	#6
ariZona28 Give speed a chance Drives: 2015 Camaro 2LS, 2015 Camaro Z/28 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Mesa, Az Posts: 2,234	ZL1 Addons strap points and Mac straps. Pricey but my Z/28 is worth it. Attached Images __________________ 2LS: a TREMENDOUS machine. Z/28: it's a BIT MORE POWERFUL, of course.

11-04-2022, 07:49 PM	#7
Camaro2ss2010 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SSRS M6 Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Alabama Posts: 1,249	I have pulled mine in my enclosed trailer quite a few times with no issues. The longest I have traveled with it was about 4.5 hours (about 300 miles) to Camaro Fest. Attached Images __________________ ECS supercharger, custom ground cam, ported throttle body, long tube headers, aeromotive fuel pump, fic injectors, ATI super damper, Corsa Extreme exhaust, elite engineering catch can and many other things.

11-05-2022, 07:07 AM	#8
CamaroCracka Drives: 2010 Turbo LS3 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Palm Bay, FL Posts: 2,736	I use the straps that go around the wheel spoke and then a 4ton ratchet strap on each end to tie it to the trailer. Never had an issue with any wheel damage or the trailer bouncing. I am careful about the orientation of the ratchet strap so it does not try to chew up the chin spoiler. My trailer was made in 1997 so it has seen it's better days and I usually tow at around 70 mph or so. I've trailered it dozens of times including taking it to Sebring, Homestead and Bowling Green. I do not treat the car like a goddess, despite what my wife says. I have to keep costs down as I have a few different toys and they suck up a good bit of time and money. Hope that helps. __________________ 2010 SS - On3 kit with downpipe cutout, CTR 78/80, CompCam 239/251 620/632 122+4, E85, Z28 suspension and ZL1 diff with Outlaw axles. Gen6 ZL1/1LE brakes. 2011 Vert - 416/w 230/236 .612/.602 115lsa, 1LE suspension w/32mm rear bar. Z28 diff. ZL1 brakes.

11-05-2022, 07:25 AM	#9
13hotwheels Drives: 2010 Hennessey HPE550 #19 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 80 View My Garage	We used wheel straps when we brought her home from NY to MI…worked fine, required some 2x10’s tho to make clearance to get on and keep splitter safe. Attached Images __________________ 2010 Hennessey HPE550 #19

11-04-2022, 04:51 PM	#2
SS_Dave Drives: Chevrolet Camaro SS Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 269	Haven't messed with it myself, but food for thought. If you just tie wheels, suspension travel is still in play. So the car bounces. Obviously tying to frame, you can cinch it down to avoid that.

11-04-2022, 04:58 PM	#3
Royal Tiger Account Suspended Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 3,873	I’ve trailered mine twice in an enclosed trailer. My buddy used the fancy ones that go up and over the tire and lock in tracks in the floor. No issues.

11-05-2022, 07:43 AM	#10
Ashen 6.2 Drives: 2014 Camaro Z/SS Join Date: May 2014 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 1,998 View My Garage	I use these when trailering mine. There are slots in the front subframe and rear body/frame for these to fit in. They work well and I haven't had any issues with the straps touching anything including the splitter. __________________ 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