Fix for Clip on Mooring Cover

[Shookie]

Any ideas on a fix for this? The cover has the plastic clips on each side of the cover/boat. Guess I cranked too hard tightening it.....

 

[Luc Lafreniere]

They sell various kinds of replacement clips for backpacks and such that allow you to clip it on without sewing. Here's an example: Amazon.com: Field Repair Buckle 1 Inch Plastic Buckles 1 inch Side Release Adjustable Buckle 1 Inch 2pc Quick Release Buckles with a Ladder Lock 1 Inch

That one looks particularly sturdy. But look around amazon and you'll see different ideas along with measurements.

 

[Shookie]

They sell various kinds of replacement clips for backpacks and such that allow you to clip it on without sewing. Here's an example: Amazon.com: Field Repair Buckle 1 Inch Plastic Buckles 1 inch Side Release Adjustable Buckle 1 Inch 2pc Quick Release Buckles with a Ladder Lock 1 Inch

That one looks particularly sturdy. But look around amazon and you'll see different ideas along with measurements.

Thanks for that, checking it out now. Couple reviews say it's not great with a large pull force... If anyone reads this and has actually had to replace theirs, I would love to know what you used.

 

[SColby7]

I've used these in the past.

Sea to Summit Field Repair Buckle Side Release 2 Pin — 4 models

BUY Sea to Summit Field Repair Buckle Side Release 2 Pin. Qualified orders eligible for FREE S&H and FREE RETURNS. Size: 0.5, 0.75, 1, 1.5,

www.campsaver.com

 

[Shookie]

I've used these in the past.

Sea to Summit Field Repair Buckle Side Release 2 Pin — 4 models

BUY Sea to Summit Field Repair Buckle Side Release 2 Pin. Qualified orders eligible for FREE S&H and FREE RETURNS. Size: 0.5, 0.75, 1, 1.5,

www.campsaver.com

Yeah I saw that one after doing some digging around. Think it's the choice. More expensive but has the stainless steel pin as well.

 

[Shookie]

Circling back on this.... I bought the clip mentioned above and it worked. I bought the 3/4" clip and would suggest the 1". It was tight getting the loop in the opening.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DG844BY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Shookie]

Circling back on this again..... that new clip broke. Guess I must be tightening the cover too much... but for 3 years never had an issue and 2nd time using the clip it broke. Gonna get another one but not thrilled it already broke.

I'm honestly debating using carabiners now.... Don't like the idea of them potentially scratching paint if 1 of my kids isn't careful, but I know they won't break.

 

[Julian]

Circling back on this again..... that new clip broke. Guess I must be tightening the cover too much... but for 3 years never had an issue and 2nd time using the clip it broke. Gonna get another one but not thrilled it already broke.

I'm honestly debating using carabiners now.... Don't like the idea of them potentially scratching paint if 1 of my kids isn't careful, but I know they won't break.

How tight are your cranking it? I only tighten it enough to pull the stern area down to ensure there is no pooling there.....doesn't take much....

 

[Shookie]

How tight are your cranking it? I only tighten it enough to pull the stern area down to ensure there is no pooling there.....doesn't take much....

Obviously too tight .... I crank it fairly tight to make sure I don't get any standing water. No issues for almost 3 years and then an original clip snapped so I chalked that up to it just wearing out from years of use/exposure. Then a new one snaps right away.

 

[Julian]

Obviously too tight .... I crank it fairly tight to make sure I don't get any standing water. No issues for almost 3 years and then an original clip snapped so I chalked that up to it just wearing out from years of use/exposure. Then a new one snaps right away.

The one inch version does look like the clip points might be beefier....

Sea to Summit 2-Pin Side-Release Field Repair Buckle | REI Co-op

The Sea to Summit 2-Pin Side-Release Field Repair Buckle replaces nonadjustable buckles like those found on dry bags or V-pull hipbelts. You can do the repair in the field using only a screwdriver.

www.rei.com

 

[Danrich]

The clip on my Bimini top broke so I bought a really strong carabiner clip has like 8000lbs break limit. It worked really well for the top it clips right into the loop where the buckle was attached.

 

[Shookie]

Following up, I went with a carabiner instead of another plastic latch. I'm not worried about this breaking....