How to mount your traction boards

So this is just a super simple video to show you exactly how I mount my traction boards to rack on my truck.
Be sure to follow along on Instagram for lots more projects and adventures @overlandunderbudget
Here’s the boards in this video: BUNKER INDUST Off-Road Traction Boards with Jack Lift Base, 1 Pair Recovery Tracks Traction Mat for 4X4 Jeep Mud, Sand, Snow Traction Ladder-Red Tire Traction Tool www.amazon.com...
Here’s the ratchet straps I’m using www.amazon.com...

[@derekmcdude]

I've been spending so much time trying to figure out a low-cost way to mount my boards and now I'm just going to use a ratchet strap!

[@yves9893]

Thank you much! I have straps with hooks but I didn't know about endless straps until now (I have never seen them before). This is perfect. If any worries at all about mechanical failure, or one failing, you just put two for extra security on the roads and that's it, all good!

[@siegdog2827]

Great video bro even the ending 🤣💯🙌🙏

[@MaquinasDePalomitas]

“someone needs traction that bad...then they can have them,” words to live by

[@short21yang]

Freakin Genius! Been debating on how I’m going to drill and buy screws and nuts but now I’m just gonna ratchet mines down 🤗😂 super easy greatly appreciated!

[@charlesmares4143]

Love this. Simple and easy. I looked up mounting options and several kits were available for $80 or more. This gets the job done well enough. Thanks! Also, props to the wifey for her help.

[@johnpittelli6063]

Yes! So simple! Works on my stock FJ Cruiser rack . I shortened the end of the strap just enough so it rolls up inside of the ratchet..Thanks for sharing.

[@lifeofkan]

I’ve been thinking about just doing this but everyone seems to bolt theirs down or use some fancy mounts. I thought I was crazy or something lol. Good to know strapping works for you and I’m just overthinking!

[@sevensenseification]

Yes the roofrackbuild will be the next interesting build i will build to!!!!!!!!!

[@-eyl3343]

Thank you for saving me a hundred to buy a mount kit!

[@Cube_Smith]

I did this exact thing with my new bunker indust boards with these exact straps except I got the 4ft version instead of the seven and I don’t have to tuck any excess strap under the ratchet. The end sticks out about 8 inches past the ratchet and I just let it hang 😎

[@boygeorge7828]

👍🏻👍🏻 simplicity!!!

[@brucethedronepilot5024]

great idea. just ordered a set

[@MEDAFamilyFilms]

I’d love to see someone mount these using the mounting pins also sold with these tracks.

[@m-hadji]

Awesome I do the same thing for my 4 runner.

[@MyJdray]

Also look at roc straps. It's a bungie I attached to a clip the you can cinch down. Work great for my setup

[@MEDAFamilyFilms]

Can you use the wingnuts and bolts that they also sell? I got those but when you put them through the two holes it’s impossible to turn and tighten as the wingnuts get caught by the tracks teeth. It would make more sense to use the outer holes but they don’t provide suitable bracket for that install.

[@SarasotaTim]

Thanks I’ll order both. 😎

[@robertwest4299]

Thank you! I’ve never heard of endless ratchet straps, but this is so much more simple than creating a bolt on system etc. I was trying to figure a way to use my hooked ratchet straps before I knew about these. Any info on that shovel mount? That things pretty slick!

[@ArvinAbadilla]

Haha, if they want it that bad they can have it. Great attitude 😊

[@CovertOutdoors]

Smart. Thank you

[@slayer4130]

When are you doing the video of your roof rack basket? Can't wait to watch it 👍

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

Thanks man! I just uploaded one on the cab roof rack

[@dvonehrlich]

Easy, squeezy, lemon peasy. What are those Traction Boards? Haven’t seen those around, you use them yet?

[@j.a.8970]

Do your fuel rotopax ever leak being horizontal and flat on the roof like that? Any problems with swelling in the heat?

[@b-lopez394]

Overland Under Budget, Wat up! I though you are going to show a THULE style ski rack or YAKIMA surf board style rack, design and engineered by OUBudget, to hold your traction boards. :-)

[@sevensenseification]

I have a cherokee xj and i need i stabil roofrack for the awning.

[@ser3nitynow119]

Have you used those specific traction boards yet? Do you like them?

[@robertsnyder8159]

Do those straps have a mounting hole in the back of the ratchet?

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

It sure I understand? The ratchet has the standard slot for threading the loose end through.

[@robertsnyder8159]

I can't seem to find a light duty endless ratchet strap that will allow you to mount it to the rack like in this picture. images.etrailer.com/static/images/pics/e/m/em34416_14_100.jpg

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

@@robertsnyder8159ho those are neat, I haven’t come across any like that either

[@Environmenthrall]

Try a site called US Cargo Control, or something to that effect.

[@relatableguy2232]

Easy enough.👍🏼

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

Keeping it simple is best 👍🏻

[@MountainMan677]

They are basically kayak straps

[@nicktapias3425]

I like that solution, but I like my traction boards to not occupy my gear hauling area of my rack. Really good solution though

[@nealegraham3590]

What is the shovel mount you have?

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

Home made metal part, and the rubber grips are “quick fist”

[@coltoncordell7688]

I had a question for you! I have a pair of this and was going to mount them on my roof rack with maxtrax mounting pins but I failed to realize that wouldn’t work, I’m struggling to find mounting pins that could work, do you have any idea what might? Thanks in advance!!

[@forgottenknowledge8917]

Nobody is stealing them in Australia

[@andythetraveler6260]

How

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

How exactly

[@cra2cra226]

Not sure the value of this vid. While everyone knows you CAN use straps, rope, even heavy duty tape to hold them down temporarily, the issue is that these solutions aren't good for leaving the boards up there over time. Unlike some stainless steel solution, the fabric straps will rot in the sun/rain/snow and you'll need to check the condition of the entire length of the straps before/after (maybe during) each trip. Especially if you get out onto public roads and highways. Last thing you need is a board flying off and causing an accident. Even the ratchet mechanism itself, in this case, is a higher-potential failure point than a simple bolt or one of those rods with the metal safety pin through it. A temporary solution? Sure. But you'd have to check this frequently if it was for a long road trip, or a daily driver. Not a "set it & forget it" option.

[@WoolyColdie]

digging the vids! Ya need to invest in a deadcat or something for your mic, always windy in the vids and annoying to hear over you.

[@JohnDeibler]

step 1. get a roof rack

[@mishomishev3152]

After watching half of the video i have the feeling that you must pay me for my wasted time...

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

Haha 😂 1min 3seconds watch time, minus 20 seconds of comment typing = $3.45 where do I send the check ?

[@mishomishev3152]

@@OverlandUnderBudget +5 cents for keeping the comment positive.