Question 1

What hardware should be used in the rope hooks?

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I built a spreader bar that goes through the end of the tarp.  I used a 3/4" metal electrical conduit (EMT) that I used electrical tape in four spots to slightly increase its outside diameter so it would slide snugly into a 1" Schedule 40 PVC.  I cut the PVC 3/4" shorter than the inside of my dump bed.  Then slide the EMT through the PVC. I then purchased two 2-1/4" OD 1" ID fender washer from TSC and slide them over each end of the EMT, I cut 2 piece of PVC 4-1/2" long and epoxied them to the ends of the EMT and installed PVC caps.  I then cut two 2-1/2" metal flat bar to lengrh and drilled a 1-1/2" hole through one end and then opened that hole with a band saw, drilled two 3/8" holes and bolted them to the bed.  The spreader bar slides into these holders, I used 2 rubber bungees to pull the end of the tarp tightly against the back tailgate and then tension the tarp with the front roller mech and lock it in place.  The fender washer are to help guide the tarp when you are unrolling or rolling it back up so it will not fall into the dump bed.  See the attached video....

That keeps the tarp tight and level

Question 2

Does this kit come with everything I need for a dump trailer? What is this anti sail tarp bow kit?

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Yes it does. The anti sail bow is what is in the end of the tarp at the back end of the bed. It makes it easier for unrolling and rolling up the tarp, plus easier to secure tarp on rear. The anti sail bow does not come with this kit it is extra.

Question 3

What anti sail tarp retenetion bow kit should i get for the 7x18 tarp and roller kit

Accepted Answer

Here is a link to the ANTI SAIL TARP RETENTION BOW KIT for your 7 x 18 dump tarp roller kit

https://www.amazon.com/TruckStar-Anti-Sail-Retention-Model-DTB102/dp/B004HL07IS/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1532526230&sr=1-1&keywords=331873

Question 4

Will this fit sure trac dump trailer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I bought a 16' Sure Trac dump trailer and I bought a 7' x 18' tarp kit and it works great. I bought it 2' bigger because I pile in brush it heaps up and thena 16' wouldn't be able to reach the back of the trailer

ASIN	B0029WA6XS
Best Sellers Rank	#86,611 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #258 in Tarps
Brand Name	Buyers Products Company
Center To Center Spacing	7 inches
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (706)
Global Trade Identification Number	00724920088466
Included Components	Truck Tarp Kit
Item Dimensions L x W	144"L x 84"W
Item Thickness	0.5 mils
Item Type Name	Truck Tarp Kit
Item Weight	24 pounds
Manufacturer	Buyers Products
Manufacturer Part Number	DTR7012
Manufacturer Warranty Description	1 year manufacturer.
Material Type	Aluminum
Model Number	DTR7012
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Recommended Uses For Product	Emergency Preparedness
Size	7 FT X 12 FT
UPC	735090008581 767654781395 724920088466
Ultraviolet Light Protection	False
Unit Count	84 Square Feet
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant

Buyers Products DTR7012 Aluminum Tarp System with Mesh Tarp, 7 x 12 Feet – Dump Body Tarp Kit, Heavy Duty Double-Stitched Hems, Brass Grommets, Telescoping Roller, Complete Hardware Included

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