How to Load and Tie Down Side by Side UTV on a Trailer

[@philmccoy2808]

How did you know I was taking my Gator to John Deere Monday??? The timing of this video is Awesome!! Very Helpful..Thank you..

[@WesternEquipment]

It's just a sixth sense I have haha. Glad I could help you out and thanks for watching!

[@enegronii]

Sir, solid video! Thank you!

[@rbhillner]

Good demo of securing a vehicle on a trailer. I like to go from the opposite point to the trailer crossing each strap and having the load work for itself to keep it secure.

[@WesternEquipment]

That doesn’t sound like a bad idea. Thanks for watching!

[@davidschlarp1606]

Ever cross your straps. The suspension bounces and will ride up and it one breaks your strap will pull it sideways

[@McGinley2020]

Very nicely done. I wish everyone on here created videos as well structured and presented as this one.

[@vincentvanpaepeghem4844]

Great video Brent! As always lots of great information! Thanks for sharing! Have a great and awesome day!

[@WesternEquipment]

Thanks Vincent and thanks for watching as always!

[@liamandsethsawesomechannel2666]

Good straight forward info. Thank you.

[@WesternEquipment]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@dholbrook08]

Wouldn't it be safer to strap it through the tire? You're strapping it to the frame. Wouldn't it loosen the straps once you hit a bump? If you strapped the lowest point or maybe through the tire, the vehicle's suspension would still work, but the straps would still stay tight?

[@WesternEquipment]

This is a good question. I now there are many trailers that have railing in the floor that is made for tire straps. From my experience of hauling a bunch of gators as a salesman, this has always been very efficient and when done correctly has never had any issues, even on our bumpy western Oklahoma roads. The key is making sure to get tension on all four corners that are all pulling down and outward. The tire idea may be good as well though. Thanks for watching!

[@JoeMcFarlanesgoogle]

@@WesternEquipmenti think they're referring to attaching to the frame of the 835, not the trailer. By attaching to the frame, you're compressing the unit's suspension during the tow...attaching as low as possible (tires) allows the suspension to do what it's supposed to do while being towed.

[@davidm6256]

I’m glad someone did a video on how to tie down a side by side on a trailer, c’mon it’s just common sense and knowledge that all it takes but I know in this day and age you have to make a video on how too

[@MrJohndeere3720]

i like those rims & tires on the deere :)

[@WesternEquipment]

They are pretty sweet! Thanks for watching!

[@billyjoepowers6272]

Outstanding video.

[@johnspoon923]

Great video as always

[@WesternEquipment]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@jarrettmaryframe2278]

How would you size your straps, by working load or breaking strength? I am shopping for straps right now. Tractor Supply has some that are 1667# working load, 5000# breaking strength? Would these be adequate for a 1700# side-by-side or overkill?

[@davebyerly4989]

Does the roof of the Gator need anything to keep the wind from loosening it or is this no problem?

[@WesternEquipment]

On the newer gators with the bolted on roof I would not worry about it. If it is one with a clamped on roof then I would make sure to tighten my clamps and have an extra strap ready in case you have issues with one failing.

[@mikebreazeale2563]

hello...I would like to know where I could get tires like you have on the Gator in this video? Thanks!

[@WesternEquipment]

These are the Predator heavy duty all-terrain tires and you can get them from 247Parts.com, your local John Deere dealer, and probably other tire dealers as well. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@jordansgaming2051]

Nice video lot of helpfully tips

[@WesternEquipment]

@Jordan’s Gaming thanks!

[@tjt1992]

Great video! Very helpful!

[@WesternEquipment]

@Thomas Thompson thanks!

[@mikemccarthy6939]

Tie at the tire is the best way to

[@amydixoncox2339]

What size trailer is that?

[@WesternEquipment]

This is an 83"X14' or 83"X12. I can't remember which one.

[@nickxd4835]

can you PLEASE start doing more gator videos :)

[@WesternEquipment]

I will definitely try! Thanks for watching!

[@amtrobia]

What tires are on the John Deere!?

[@WesternEquipment]

These are the new Predator Heavy Duty all-terrain tires! They are slick. Less road noise that the Maxxis Big Horns and a wider tire for more surface area to the ground. Thanks for watching and stay tuned for the walkaround and review of this gator.

[@msclecarcrzy]

Another great video as always Brent! Can you tell me what type of lift gate assist are on the trailer? I have a similar sized trailer and am interested in installing some sort of lift gate assist. Thanks

[@WesternEquipment]

Thank you and this is the Gorilla-Lift System. You can find them at multiple retailers and even on Amazon. Thanks for watching!

[@YayaOrchid]

If my UTV weights 2000lbs. I just need 4 straps of 1000lb breaking strength per strap in order to strap down my UTV safely. Trying to understand straps.

[@WesternEquipment]

You need 2000 lbs of break strength when you add your straps together. You could have whichever mixture of straps you chose as long as when they are added together they are at or above 2000 lbs. I hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@YayaOrchid]

@@WesternEquipment Thank you for clearing up my issue. So many you-tubes about straps but nobody clears that issue, that total straps used must total or exceed your total towing weight. Thank again

[@danburch9989]

You need 4000 lbs of working load limit (NOT breaking strength). As a minimum, four 1000lb working load limit straps are needed. It gives you 2x safety factor. Once you exceed the working load limit, you are in uncharted territory with the straps.

[@tjmitchell42]

A bit late but just an fyi the other responses are completely wrong. You need an aggregate WLL of 1/2 the overall weight of your load. So you need 1000# of WLL on your machine. That said the way he has the straps in this video, mounted from the trailer to the load reduces the WLL of the strap by 1/2. So you would need 4 500# WLL straps. Always a good idea to go above that but that is what is required. Also break strength is not WLL. WLL is typically 1/3 the break strength but the break strength is never used to determine proper load securement.

[@garytrawinski1843]

What size is your trailer?

[@WesternEquipment]

This is an 83” wide by 14’ long. Great for these machines! Thanks for watching!

[@braydenlowe1745]

Hello Brent can you please make a video of the honor edition Gator?

[@WesternEquipment]

It is coming soon. Stay tuned and thanks for watching!

[@braydenlowe1745]

@@WesternEquipment Okay will the video be out before Christmas?

[@WesternEquipment]

@@braydenlowe1745 Hopefully you have seen it by now but it is out! If you haven't already, go check it out!

[@brutushoudini3737]

Can you tell me what size trailer that is? I have that same model of Gator and am looking for a trailer. Thx!

[@WesternEquipment]

I know that this is a 14' long trailer and I believe it is 83" wide. Thanks for watching!

[@westbamafarmer]

👍 up buddy great video

[@WesternEquipment]

@Westbamafarmer thanks!

[@davidschlarp1606]

Never strap to the frame. Your suspension is going to bounce and break your strap. Always tie down the tire or as close to it as possible. Let your suspension work

[@WesternEquipment]

This is good advice if you have the ability to do so. Thanks for the feedback!

[@dondavidson3440]

Best way to tie down is with tire bonnets. Everything else is second or third best.

[@jeromesmith1243]

Sorry but there's only one way to strap your sxs is with Ericson's wheel chock tie downs

[@lefthandedleprechaun8702]

All BS without knowing where the center of gravity is on your particilar machine.

[@leighfoster7184]

No idea what he is talking about. TIE THE WHEELS Ask a tow truck driver

[@traviscoleman5353]

What size trailer is that?