Can I leave this in all the time, or will the D ring fastener work itself out and drop the D ring?
821891
I have had these in two vehicles for over two years without any issues other then wear from the sun.
1310512
They don't have a "D" ring but they do have something they call "soft connect", which works very well and I'm assuming the same concept you're referring about. You can connect using the hook, or pull the rope through whatever you want to latch onto, and the hook will come around and connect to a secondary strap which prevents ruining finishes if that's the case. Here's a good picture of what I'm talking about: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct;=j&q;=&esrc=s&source;=images&cd;=&cad;=rja&uact;=8&v;ed=0CAcQjRw&url;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kidsattractions.com%2Fcatalog%2Fparts-and-accessories%2Fheavy-duty-ratchet-straps.html&ei;=1YXrVIjrEIiuogTK_oLADw&bvm;=bv.86475890,d.cGU&psig;=AFQjCNFH_PT6v6kKhtuj-UxlyQfPUPRUEw&ust;=1424807747152419. The strap is on the left. They don't have a "D" ring but they do have something they call "soft connect", which works very well and I'm assuming the same concept you're referring about. You can connect using the hook, or pull the rope through whatever you want to latch onto, and the hook will come around and connect to a secondary strap which prevents ruining finishes if that's the case. Here's a good picture of what I'm talking about:... » Read More They don't have a "D" ring but they do have something they call "soft connect", which works very well and I'm assuming the same concept you're referring about. You can connect using the hook, or pull the rope through whatever you want to latch onto, and the hook will come around and connect to a secondary strap which prevents ruining finishes if that's the case. Here's a good picture of what I'm talking about: https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct;=j&q;=&esrc=s&source;=images&cd;=&cad;=rja&uact;=8&v;ed=0CAcQjRw&url;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kidsattractions.com%2Fcatalog%2Fparts-and-accessories%2Fheavy-duty-ratchet-straps.html&ei;=1YXrVIjrEIiuogTK_oLADw&bvm;=bv.86475890,d.cGU&psig;=AFQjCNFH_PT6v6kKhtuj-UxlyQfPUPRUEw&ust;=1424807747152419. The strap is on the left. « Show Less
244487
Yes, you can! It's flexible plastic/rubber and can be pulled off. Just grab the ring and give it a good pull. It can be put back on later if you change your mind.
1646594
The ring should come off as needed. I'm afraid you May have cross threaded it. Gently but firmly try to loosen it so you don't break it. If that doesn't work I would find a way to put the question in to Singer. Oh heat May help too. Like a microwave wet towel or heating pad wrapped around it for a bit, but nothing hotter.
713926
Yes you can attach it or leave it off. If you decide later place it on just keep the parts
1222451
Generally, you need a D-ring (shackle) to attach the strap to the tow points on the car, usually under the front and rear bumpers though it varies from car to car. The 3/4" D-rings have about the same working load limit as this strap. Or you can just slip it over the hitch ball if one vehicle has that. I bought a receiver pin here on Amazon for a few bucks - lots of cars/trucks have the 2" square receiver but don't travel with the actual bar/ball that goes in the receiver. You just slip the strap into the empty receiver, slide the pin through the holes in the receiver and strap and you are good to go. Generally, you need a D-ring (shackle) to attach the strap to the tow points on the car, usually under the front and rear bumpers though it varies from car to car. The 3/4" D-rings have about the same working load limit as this strap. Or you can just slip it over the hitch ball if one vehicle has that. I bought a receiver pin here on Amazon for a few bucks - lots of cars/trucks have the 2" square receiver but don't travel with the actual bar/ball that goes in the receiver. You just slip the strap into the empty receiver, slide the pin through the holes in the receiver and strap... » Read More Generally, you need a D-ring (shackle) to attach the strap to the tow points on the car, usually under the front and rear bumpers though it varies from car to car. The 3/4" D-rings have about the same working load limit as this strap. Or you can just slip it over the hitch ball if one vehicle has that. I bought a receiver pin here on Amazon for a few bucks - lots of cars/trucks have the 2" square receiver but don't travel with the actual bar/ball that goes in the receiver. You just slip the strap into the empty receiver, slide the pin through the holes in the receiver and strap and you are good to go. « Show Less
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To determine the correct replacemet, measure the length of the exposed cable from the black clip (do not include the black clip in the measurement) to the S clip. If that measurement is closer to 5," you will want to purchase the D-Ring long spring. If the measurement is closer to 3," you will want to purchase the D-Ring short spring. Please let me know if I can assist you further. Thanks, Angela H. Farley, Director of Customer Service
1037537
If you want d rings, make sure the title of the item says it. I accidentally bought the one that didn't list d rings, thinking I could just buy my own later. The bumper that doesn't come with d rings doesn't include a place to mount them, even though the picture shows that it has them. Other than that, bumper is solid. It doesn't close as smoothly as I would have hoped, there is an angled spot on the bumper that ensures the latch is at the right height when it closes. Makes quite a racket, but seems to be necessary.
1658744
You can leave it in place or remove it to save for another time; it works as long as it stays intact. You will know when it doesn't work any more!
1200896
Did you end up finding a D-Ring replacement? Bought some but they were too small, wondering which ones work best.
904937
The D-Ring Moves back and forth. You use this tool to gain leverage and pull the D ring back towards the receiver. This allows you to remove the hand guards. See this video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLjYzb7spJM
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Yes. If you don't sink the screw far enough and break it off, some of the shank will still be sticking up and will poke you. I had a few do this and had to use pliers to back the screw out. Have a few extra screws on hand to replace the ones you remove because this will happen, no matter how careful you are.
709734
Try spraying the circumference of the ring with a little dry silicone lube. It will loosen up some with use. It's weird that it fits great in the stored position. I didn't mess with it other than that. Not bad at all now.
986970
I use the O rings only for mounting the base to the Bike... and I don't see why you could not keep changing it. But I suspect that you are bound to lose the O rings if you keep changing them. By the way, they have a great support team. Email them and they'll give you a definitive answer.
594382
My o-ring leaked at first, and my dad jut kept taking it off and putting it back on and tightened it until it quit leaking. I thing what happened is that it wasn't going o the threads correctly. I hope this help you!!! Be blessed!!!
447941
No. I used one of the rubber/ plastic type rings. Much easier, and more reliable.
2123086
Back off the flat cap and continue to unscrew the retaining ring until it's completely removed just keep the flat cap for the future if needed. You don't have to cut anything.