How to Loosen a Ratchet Strap

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Tip 1 - How to Loosen a Ratchet Strap | eHow

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by l E 3 Bl | permalink

In a typical ratchet strap, the ratchet plate, which serves as the ratchet mechanism, will have a thumb-hole or tab placed near the handle. Grasp the handle and pull out on the ratchet plate to disengage the ratchet lock. While continuing to hold the plate fully out, rotate the ratchet handle towards the fully open, or flat, position until the...

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Tip 2 - How to Thread Ratchet Straps and Cam Buckle Straps

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Maritza Molina | permalink

While both ratchet straps and cam buckle straps are used to haul various types of cargo and come in sizes ranging from 1" to 4" in width, there are some key differences between the two. Ratchet str...

For further reading: http://blog.uscargocontrol.com/how-to-thread-ratchet-straps-and-cam-buckle-straps/ ^[2]