OEM cover strap broke

[Skysurfer2010]

Has anyone else had a buckle break? Does anyone know if it's possible to get just one buckle and line instead of the entire loop? The first line that leads to the right ratchet snapped.

 

[RumDiet]

It IS possible to purchase a buckle - I would go to a camping store like Campmor - LLBean or similar - or Sailrite.com BUT you will have to take out the stitching and then after inserting the new buckle sew it up again - not hard to do if you have the right equipment - if not take it to someone who makes/repairs boat covers.

 

[Glassman]

http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/buckles.jsp

 

[ToddW850]

Saw some replacement buckles at Ace Hardware the other day. Not sure if you have one of those near you.

 

[Jason]

I've had several of mine break. I've used a small carabiner looped through the strap loop where the buckle was. I've also used zip ties in a pinch. You'll have to use about 3 of them, though. I carry them with me now. I started using one looped around the existing buckle to help relieve the tension on the buckle. Still looking for a better, more permanent solution.

 

[KXCam22]

The buckles are not always universal. Plan on getting one and sewing both sides in. I have dont that a few time its pretty easy. Cam.

 

[Skysurfer2010]

Thanks for the tips.