Chain size question.

[Ronster]

I bought four 5/16" G70 chains US made with 4 ratchet binders (Chinese). Tie the excavator at all 4 corners and a 2" strap over the bucket. Why take chances.

 

[nikerret]

I use Laclede 3/8” G70 chain. It’s made in USA. Finding extra hooks made in USA is difficult, around here. On the internet, the made in USA books are around $20, each. I went with the Peerless Quikbinders. I hoped to find sone made in USA binders with a storable handle, but couldn’t find any. For loads under 10k, you need two tie downs. Over 10k requires four. Best practice is to always lower buckets to the deck and secure them, independently.

 

[not2old]

Can anyone explain to me the theory on why the bucket needs to be secured separately and do I have to do both the loader and hoe on my machine? I don't transport it much but should do it properly.

 

[4570Man]

Can anyone explain to me the theory on why the bucket needs to be secured separately and do I have to do both the loader and hoe on my machine? I don't transport it much but should do it properly.

I’ve seen large excavators swing off the side of the truck. It seems like a complete waste of time for small equipment and especially non swinging equipment.

 

[Fallon]

I’ve seen large excavators swing off the side of the truck. It seems like a complete waste of time for small equipment and especially non swinging equipment.

Also Google backhoe or excavator boom hitting a bridge. Chaining prevents it from raising somehow (not entirely sure how this could happen thiugh) & forces the transporter to make sure its all the way down. Its a check on the trucker loading stuff as much as a safety feature in transit.