Broken Mooring Cover Clips

[BoaterGuy]

One of the mid ship clips broke on my $600 deluxe mooring cover. It looks like they are not replaceable. Has anyone else been able to salvage theirs or am in for a new one?

I've also been having problems with one my ratchet's slipping during tightening but found a work around for it. Any tips for fixing/replacing that as well?

Thanks!

 

[Murf'n'surf]

Take it to a canvas shop to get a new clip sewn in.

 

[OperationROL]

Just about all of mine broke on the cover for my former SX230. I simply went to a fabric store and bought new ones and sewed them on. No need for a new cover.

 

[BoaterGuy]

Sweet thanks guys!

 

[WickedPorter]

Has anyone found any other solutions to this, perhaps a replacement that would fit in to the loop with no fabric shop work required? I don't want my boat to be without a cover (ever). I had a clip prong break this evening. It still holds with the other prong that is still intact but I certainly don't / can't tighten it down as tight as I would like for fear of it snapping loose.

ETA: I found these ... will give them a shot! https://www.fontanasports.com/34-in...hute3hm3_f9ggpcidgnjv76jqjlmypzh2uaatmz8p8haq

ETA: Darnit, I think those are too small...

 

[WickedPorter]

Hi all... Amazon to the rescue! I bought this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DG83CQW?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

The 2 pin, 1" version. It is a perfect fit, and appears to be pretty strong too (we'll see). I used high torque side cutters to cut/break the old ones out, put these in (less than 2 minutes) and tightened everything up. So far so good, holding well!

 

[cbpagent72]

Hi all... Amazon to the rescue! I bought this: Amazon.com : Sea to Summit Field Repair Buckle - Side Release 2 Pin 1" / 25mm : Outdoor Backpack Covers : Sports & Outdoors

The 2 pin, 1" version. It is a perfect fit, and appears to be pretty strong too (we'll see). I used high torque side cutters to cut/break the old ones out, put these in (less than 2 minutes) and tightened everything up. So far so good, holding well!

I know this thread is a few years old. Mine broke as well, how are the Amazon ones holding up.

 

[CDENsomnia]

I know this thread is a few years old. Mine broke as well, how are the Amazon ones holding up.

I replaced mine several times on my old boat. The summit field is what I used. They still broke but I always kept a spare and zip ties in an emergency going down the highway. You have to be careful cranking down on the strap on the cover otherwise you will break them frequently.

 

[jjmparsons]

I know this thread is a few years old. Mine broke as well, how are the Amazon ones holding up.

Thanks for digging this one up @cbpagent72 !! I now have some of those clips in my cart on Amazon. I bought a new cover for the boat and have seriously just been waiting for the day they start breaking. The removable pin is an excellent idea to facilitate replacement!

 

[WickedPorter]

They held up perfectly for me... eventually purchased a new cover for other wear/tear reasons, but never had problems with these.

 

[AmesJainchill]

Just ordered 2 "just in case"! Thanks!

 

[SColby7]

Glad this popped up. I have two that broke and have been using zip ties. Did a quick search and found them at camping world for $3.41. Shipping was $8. I bought a handful to keep on hand so still saved me some $$.

Camping World's Storefront Catalog

Camping World

www.campingworld.com

 

[zipp]

Small Climbing clips work very well in a pinch. They slip into the existing clip loops nicely, very strong and inexpensive.