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As for tying down the car in the trailer, I originally posted this back in September 2005....
I tie my Cobras (along with every other car I tow) down as follows (all using 10,000lb rated tie downs, ratchets, and axle straps as you can never be too careful/cautious):
Front: Short padded axle strap around the outside of the lower control arm closest to the wheel assembly. Front left to Front left tie down loop, front right to front right tie down loop.
Rear: Short padded axle strap around axle tube as close to the center section as possible. Crossed in the rear to prevent movement of the car once strapped down. Left rear to right rear tie down loop, right rear to left rear tie down loop.
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I do pretty much the same thing with a few exceptions..... I have a set of straps made the correct length for my car/trailer for the front and use rachet straps in the rear, I also winch my car on and off the trailer... I put both the front and rear straps in the X pattern, keeps the car from moving side to side and after all is done, I leave the electric winch connected and pull the cable up real snug for added insurance....I never leave my car in gear, although I know plenty that do.... I've towed different cars for over 10 years now all over the country and using this method I've so far, never had any problems....
One other thing I do: once I get on the road, I stop after 5 to 10 miles and get out and check the straps and also put my hand on the axle hubs of the trailer just to check for excessive heat....doesn't hurt to be too careful..........
David