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Fridge Tie Downs
« on: February 07, 2011, 05:17:56 PM »
Hi guys, what is everyone using to keep their fridge tied down?

We use a set of straps from Just Straps but they keep coming loose when 4wding. I'm not sure if ratchet straps come that small either.

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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #1 on: February 07, 2011, 05:21:36 PM »
I've got a set of those for sale too  ;D, just need to advertise them. I've tried a few sets of straps, but found hook-to-hook turnbuckles to be the best solution. They're cheap and easy to adjust and don't come loose.
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #2 on: February 07, 2011, 05:29:50 PM »
I use the same as BigJuls, I have a set of small turnbuckles. They came with my fridge slide from memory. I have mounting points that have been added o my fridge. i simply unscrewd the handle and slid them in. I think there Engle from memory. I'll try and grab a pic if you like Dazza.

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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #3 on: February 07, 2011, 05:33:22 PM »
Out bush in the rough stuff I use turnbuckles.
For easy traveling I just use a couple bungie straps...
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #4 on: February 07, 2011, 05:36:50 PM »
I bought a cheap set of cam action type tie downs from Big W.  I haven't noticed any problems with them coming loose yet.
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #5 on: February 07, 2011, 05:39:52 PM »
Dazza, I just went outside and took this pic with my phone so sorry about the quality  :-[

This is a pic of the mounting point that comes off the fridge. I'm not sure if they have changed the design of the fridge bags but I had to cut slits my ARB bag to fit the mounting bracket through. I even went to ARB HQ and showed them what I needed to do to fit the mount.

Hope this helps a little.



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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #6 on: February 07, 2011, 05:46:19 PM »
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ENGEL-Tie-Down-Kit-suit-29L-40L-Fridges-/250765080909?pt=AU_Sport_Camping_Hiking_Food_Storage&hash=item3a62c3794d
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #7 on: February 07, 2011, 05:51:02 PM »
Mine in similar to GU Rich, but my factory Engel bag and tie down points sit clear of the bag.
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #8 on: February 07, 2011, 05:52:56 PM »
ARB strap

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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #9 on: February 07, 2011, 06:30:22 PM »
Quote from: Gunna Do on February 07, 2011, 05:36:50 PM
I bought a cheap set of cam action type tie downs from Big W.  I haven't noticed any problems with them coming loose yet.

x2 (except mine came from bunnings) and have been to central Oz and the cape plus a few other places and not come loose (yet)

although I do like the idea of the turnbuckles - just wondering though if the corrugations might vibrate them loose?
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #10 on: February 07, 2011, 06:34:39 PM »
My Patrol has been on a few corrugated roads and st times they might loosen a little but I think that might have to do with other things knocking the fridge when the going gets a little rough.
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #11 on: February 07, 2011, 07:46:54 PM »
I have always used the turnbuckles on the Engel slide and never had a problem, they also sit outside the cover and cause no problem,
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #12 on: February 07, 2011, 08:38:56 PM »
I use heavy rubber bungies from Bunnings.
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #13 on: February 07, 2011, 09:07:31 PM »
Quote from: Snow on February 07, 2011, 08:38:56 PM
I use heavy rubber bungies from Bunnings.

How do you find those Snow?  We got some from Bunnings and they seem a bit 'sticky'. Not sure how long they will last in the heat.  Soon find out I guess. Fridge only moves a little bit with them.

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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #14 on: February 07, 2011, 09:16:05 PM »
Quote from: Estelle on February 07, 2011, 09:07:31 PM
How do you find those Snow?  We got some from Bunnings and they seem a bit 'sticky'. Not sure how long they will last in the heat.  Soon find out I guess. Fridge only moves a little bit with them.


They do the job but I have had the fridge move a bit, but not enough to be a bother. :cheers:
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #15 on: February 07, 2011, 09:31:09 PM »
Hi,

The ARB tie downs kit worked realy well for me, never came loose.

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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #16 on: February 07, 2011, 10:55:35 PM »
I got my Waeco ones with the fridge. have been great for all our travels so far.
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #17 on: February 07, 2011, 11:17:56 PM »
I use the turnbuckles same as GU, came with an ARB/Engel slide - got the ARB cover for 40l engel also and then had the slits put in and reinforced by my local upholsterer.  Have done many outback miles and the simmo - without any coming loose.  Also got another slide from 4wd systems which comes with just straps ( I think) and they have been good too but haven't used them outback much.  Just went back to the turnbuckles again as I've removed my back seats, made a frame for the fridge and now it sits behind the passenger seat so I wanted it secured very well as it is now in front of the cargo barrier.
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #18 on: February 08, 2011, 03:47:05 AM »
A bit off topic   ,  but spoke to the RACV re insurance of gear in the rig re fridges . Asked if I was covered if some numbnuts broke in & lifted an engle or 2 , told NO . If the fridge was part of the rig as in secured to the rig then its covered under full comprehensive long as it was locked . Might be the go to check what the go with yours  :cheers:
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #19 on: February 08, 2011, 04:57:06 AM »
Looking at your fridge Snow  ;D If only that fridge could talk ;D I think it would have a few good stories  :cheers: Digger
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #20 on: February 08, 2011, 12:57:46 PM »
I use Fasty Straps. i believe they are made by SupaPeg. I get them an electrical wholesaler (J R Turks) as a lot of tradies use them for attaching ladders etc to racks.
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #21 on: February 08, 2011, 05:34:48 PM »
Thanks for the replies.

I think i'm going to go the turn buckles.

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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #22 on: February 08, 2011, 07:41:40 PM »
I had the turnbuckles similar to gruesomes but actually found that they came loose in the rough stuff, now have cam straps & no troubles so far.

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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #23 on: February 08, 2011, 08:09:24 PM »
Quote from: HEM19X on February 08, 2011, 07:41:40 PM
I had the turnbuckles similar to gruesomes but actually found that they came loose in the rough stuff, now have cam straps & no troubles so far.

I must say I'm surprised, my experience has been the exact reverse. Still, good to know I can sell my straps knowing they'll probably work for the lucky buyer.  ;D
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Re: Fridge Tie Downs
« Reply #24 on: February 11, 2011, 09:34:20 PM »
Quote from: gruesome on February 07, 2011, 07:46:54 PM
I have always used the turnbuckles on the Engel slide and never had a problem, they also sit outside the cover and cause no problem,
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We use these too - and you dont have to cut a hole in the bag

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