Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
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Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
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CURT Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
Stabilizing strap provides extra support when carrying your bike rack or cargo carrier. Cam buckle design allows for secure connection and easy release between your vehicle and hitch accessory. Vinyl-coated hook won't scratch your vehicle.
Features:
- Strap provides extra support for your hitch receiver when you use a hitch-mounted bike rack or cargo carrier
- Limits torque placed on hitch receiver by heavy accessory
- Evenly distributes weight to stabilize hitch accessory and prevent bouncing
- Cam buckle design allows for quick connection and release
- Attach one end to the bike rack and the other end to the vehicle
- Pull strap through the cam buckle and towards front of the vehicle to increase tension for a secure fit
- Vinyl-coated hook won't scratch your vehicle
Specs:
- Dimensions: 61" long x 1" wide
- Quantity: 1 strap
- 1-Year limited warranty
Note: Remove the hook before opening or closing the hatch or trunk to avoid damage to your vehicle.
This strap is recommended for use with bike racks and other hitch-mounted accessories to avoid putting too much strain on your trailer hitch. Some Class I and Class II 1-1/4" hitches may require that you use a stabilizing strap to ensure that the hitch does not experience excessive torque while transporting your gear.
18050 Curt Trailer Hitch Stabilizing Support Strap with Cambuckle
Item # 18050
Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
2% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Product did not meet expectations
- Did not fit
Customer Reviews
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1 - 18050
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (622 Customer Reviews)
Stabilizing strap provides extra support when carrying your bike rack or cargo carrier. Cam buckle design allows for secure connection and easy release between your vehicle and hitch accessory. Vinyl-coated hook won't scratch your vehicle.by: STL mountain biker10/12/2023
This strap is easy to use and I appreciate the peace of mind I have while driving knowing there is extra support of my hitch mounted bike rack. The Velcro fastener makes it easy to bundle the strap’s “tail” so it doesn’t drag while driving.
by: John 11/08/2023
Can hold my five bikes easily
They are hybrid trail bikes.
Have to check weight limit for 5th bike.
I bought two stabilizer straps just for piece of mind. They certainly won't hurt
by: Steve09/21/2023
I've been using the hitch for my bike rack and it has been performing as expected. Absolutely no problems. A little harder to install than expected, but with a little help from friends it is still where it belongs.
by: Nikhil05/23/2022
simple and effective. Works as advertised. Actually one of the better stabilization straps on the market. the buckle is strong and has a durable non marking coating. I'd recommend buying 3 at a time (two to stabilize to an overkill level, and one backup because you know how life is)
by: Felicia07/10/2023
We received a damaged box, damaged items, no instructions, the nuts and bolts are completely stripped and not inside a bag. This was obviously used, returned, not checked for quality and sent out. We are extremely upset.
Rebecca N.
7/13/2023
Oh my goodness! I will have our Customer Service team reach out as soon as possible. We can have replacements sent out.
by: Richard F.09/17/2017
I use use a Curt Hitch "Flat Carrier"
https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Cargo-Carrier/Curt/C18110.html
for loads on my 2005 Prius.
Bought the recommended support strap and liked the way it took the up-down bounce stress off the hitch, but the carrier still wobbled left to right, rotating slightly within the hitch receiver. Bought a second strap and the two stabilized the load very nicely. I needed a light cord between the two straps at the top of the hatch door to encourage them not to slide off the corners of the door.
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Richard F.
9/18/2018
I am quite pleased with our flat carrier. We keep the loads low enough & centered enough to not block the brake lights and the license plate. Weve used it to carry bikes as well.
by: Bill04/03/2023
Just finished about a 300 mile round-trip and the strap definitely helps stabilize the hitch-mounted bike rack. The only issue was that the angle of the clip was too much for the hatch on my Golf GTI so I had to bend it a little to get it to fit.
Katrina B.
4/3/2023
Bending the clips will cause the straps to potentially lose their capacity.
by: Tom 06/13/2023
Quality of the hitch is excellent. Bolts in rear could use 4 sleeves. More difficult to instal due to alignment of bumper and the cover which had to be removed before holes could be drilled. Lift was very helpful. Took about 3.5 hrs. to install correctly.
by: James09/21/2019
Purchased this strap as a backup support for the bike rack that I will be using with my new etrailer hitch.
by: BBowling07/18/2022
I've used etrailer.com before, and the service is excellent. The step-by-step video showing the receiver installation on my model year car was extremely helpful.
by: Fred 04/11/2023
All the products we received were of excellent quality. We have used the basket carrier a lot. All components are standing up to everyday use, weather we carry water jugs or bottles of propane the carrier and hitch show no problems.
by: Elizabeth A07/03/2017
The strap helped to stabilize the bike rack .. Strong & sturdy .. If you get the bike rack & hitch spend the extra for this ... Worked great on my 2013 vw beetle convertible ..
Elizabeth A.
7/5/2018
It still works perfect .. very happy
by: Joan 07/14/2023
Haven’t used it yet but I am sure it will do the job. Seems well built/designed and with e bikes weighing so much, the additional weight distribution will certainly help.
by: Tina 07/02/2023
Works well and bikes feel very stable on rack.
by: Michael W.10/01/2020
My purchase was an easy choice with advice I received from customer service. The hitch is working great no problems. You can't go wrong making your purchase from etrailer.
Michael W.
10/3/2021
Product works great just like day 1. I look forward to many years of use when maintained properly.
by: Richard V09/26/2013
Outstanding product. The stitching and material are heavy duty. Looks great on my Honda Accord and Thule bike rack. Thanks!
Robert S.
10/18/2013
Rating the best. Super good company to deal with.
by: Joseph 07/24/2023
Helps support my bike carrier. Stops the bounce & sway
by: Terri O.08/20/2013
We were very impressed with the quality of the Curt Trailer hitch we purchased, its price and how quickly it arrived.
We had the hitch installed by a very good local mechanic for a fraction of the cost quoted by our Honda dealer.
The hitch support strap that was recommended works perfectly with this hitch.
We highly recommend this hitch to anyone.
by: Edward04/13/2023
Great strap for reducing sway and bounce on any hitch-mounted racks, and easily adjusts for different vehicles or configurations.
by: Russ B.03/29/2017
Install was very easy, instructions were clear.
Be sure to use WD-40 to loosen up the muffler attachments. That one step alone made this job easier than I expected.
This hitch is used to attach a goal post, so I can carry my kayaks on top.
Great customer service, the best.
by: Dr07/10/2020
Box to hitch 1 minute.
2 ebikes and ready to roll 10 minutes.
A whole new world has opened up. This is absolutely the easiest, most versatile rack ever. At 65, my days of putting a light bike on a roof rack are over. This will handle almost anything.
The service and attention to detail was amazing. The eTrailer team seems like friends at the local bike shop. BUY IT HERE!
Gotta go, mountains to ride.
by: David11/07/2023
Great rig, easy to install.
by: G-Hamilton07/11/2023
Curt Straps. Still trying to figure those out LOL!
by: Michael 03/08/2023
This is a sturdy strap with a coated hook end to not scratch your paint. Perfect for giving extra support to a bike rack.
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view full answer... - Stabilizer Strap Recommendation for Use with Swagman Bike RackThe Curt Stabilizer strap part # 18050 is designed for stabilizing bike racks like your Swagman Original. Most hitches don't require the strap but if you have a Curt hitch you most likely have to use this strap to be compliant with the hitch warranty. I attached a demo video for the strap as well.
view full answer... - Where to Attach the Curt Support Strap on a 2012 Toyota HighlanderNormally we recommend that the Curt Stabilizer Strap # 18050 get hooked to the top of the trunk lid or top of the hatch, since your vehicle has a small spoiler this can be prove to be a difficult situation. If the spoiler has metal support underneath it then you can still run strap over the spoiler. If the spoiler is plastic without any metal supports underneath it then you could potentially damage the spoiler by running the strap over it. In this case we recommend lowering the attachment...
view full answer... - Where to Attach Stabilizer Strap for a Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack on a 2005 Chrysler PT CruiserIt looks like on a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser convertible, you will have to place the hook on the strap # 18050 in the gap between the body of the car and top of the trunk. You may have to open the trunk to get the hook in place and then close the trunk. There is no specific place on any vehicle that the strap has to go so long as it is secure. Ideally, you will want it straight across from or slightly higher than where it is connected to the bike rack. This is not always possible though....
view full answer... - Dimensions of Curt Support Strap with Cambuckle for Bike Racks and Cargo CarriersThe Curt Support Strap # 18050 is 61 inches at its longest and is 1 inch wide.
view full answer... - Where to Connect Curt Stabilizer Strap When Using with a CamperYou can actually attach the Curt Stabilier Strap # 18050 to the safety chain loops on your Curt trailer hitch. I reached out to Curt and they confirmed that this is how you want to use the strap when a hatch is not readily available (like on some passenger vehicles).
view full answer... - Will Curt Support Strap for Bike Rack Damage Plastic Spoiler on 2018 Subaru OutbackThe Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap - Bike Rack Strap with Cambuckle # 18050 should not put too much pressure on the plastic spoiler of your 2018 Subaru Outback, but they don't give another option for your vehicle that won't void the warranty. You may want to use a small towel or foam to protect your vehicle paint on the spoiler because it will become a pivot point. I've attached a video to assist.
view full answer... - How to Install Curt Stabilizing Strap on 2010 Ford Escape HybridTo use the Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap # 18050 with your hitch-mounted accessory on your 2010 Ford Escape, you will first take the strap with the completed loop in it and CAM buckle attached and secure it around the bike carrier post or cargo carrier you are using. Then take the other strap that only has a buckle on it and slide it into the slot above the rear hatch on your Ford Escape. In some cases, you may just need to open the rear hatch in order to get the hook into this gap....
view full answer... - Using Curt Stabilizing Strap on a 2015 Honda CR-VIf there is a small gap between the hatch and the body of your 2015 CR-V the stabilizing strap, part # 18050 should work well for you. Since there is usually more of a gap at the top corners, you can slip the hooked end in the corner and slide it up or down the side when installing.
view full answer... - Using a Stability Strap on a Trailer Hitch Mounted Bike RackAside from the warranty, there's a practical reason for using a Curt Stability Strap, part # 18050 or any stability strap. Stability straps reduce the amount of jolting, jostling and all around movement that occurs on non-trailer loads when they are on your vehicle. Using a stability strap holds the load tighter to the vehicle and helps reduce this movement, reducing the stress put onto the vehicle's hitch and the attached bike rack. This also helps reduce the sway of the bikes, limiting...
view full answer... - Can Curt Stabilizing Strap # 18050 Hook Be Adjusted For a Better Fit on the Vehicle HatchYou probably can adjust the angle of the hook on the Curt stabilizing strap # 18050 to allow for a better fit on your 2011 Volkswagen Golf. Do note this this modification may void the item's warranty, however. You would want to allow the hook to become warm - say leave it in the sun for a while to gently warm the metal - and also to use either a cloth between the pliers (or other tool) and the hook itself - to protect it. There are also pliers made with cushioned jaws that accomplish the...
view full answer... - Where to attach to Curt Support Strap on a 2011 Kia SoulIt looks like on your 2011 Kia Soul, you will have to place the Curt Support Strap, # 18050, in the gap between the body of the vehicle and the top of the rear hatch. You may have to open the rear hatch to get the hook in place and then close the door. If your 2011 Kia Soul has any type of spoiler at the top of the rear hatch, then you will want to attach the hook to the bottom edge of your rear hatch because spoilers are not designed to support any weight. The strap will wrap around...
view full answer... - Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap 18050 LengthThe Curt stabilization strap # 18050 comes in two parts. The shorter part with the loop that fits around the bike carrier mast is 18 inches long overall from the end of the buckle to the end of the closed loop. The longer end is 63-1/2 inches long from the end of the hook to the buckle. I have linked some videos on this strap for you.
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view full answer... - How to Use Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap on Toyota Prius V with Rear SpoilerTo use the Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap # 18050 on your Toyota Prius that has a rear spoiler, I recommend simply running the strap to the lower edge of the hatch door. As you referenced in your question, this will still provide the required support for your bike rack and trailer hitch. You will then just lower the attachment point of the strap on the bike rack to the upright mast. I have also attached a video demonstration of this strap for you to check out.
view full answer... - Where to Attach Curt Stabilization Strap for Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack on 2011 Hyundai TucsonIn some cases, you need to open the rear hatch in order to get the hook into the gap. Do this first before installing the rack and bikes. If you still cannot get the hook in place, you can try an alternate location such as a roof rack if your Tucson is equipped with one. You can also try the gap at the side of the rear hatch rather than at the top if your Tucson has that spoiler behind the antenna. Another possibility is to put the hook in the gap between one of the side doors and the...
view full answer... - Can Curt Stabilizer Strap be Used on a Cargo Carrier for an Inflatable Boat on a 2010 Mazda 3Yes, you can use stabilizer strap # 18050 for your cargo carrier. You would want to run the strap under the spoiler of your 2010 Mazda 3 and place the hook in the gap between the back window and the trunk/boot lid. If you used 2 more you could secure the sides of the carrier and attach the hook end to the bottom of the trunk lid (or close the hooks in the trunk. The exhaust is a problem though because at that short distance it can cause damage to your cargo. What I recommend is to use...
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- Can the Curt Stabilization Strap Be Used on a 2010 Honda Civic Si with Rear SpoilerIt is possible that the stabilization strap, # 18050, will not contact the spoiler at all on your 2010 Honda Civic Si. The way that the strap attaches to the bike rack and the vehicle, if the upright arm of the bike rack is high enough, the strap may go over the spoiler and not contact it at all. I have included a link to another question that contains a video showing how to attach the strap. If you find that the strap will make contact with the spoiler and put pressure on it, I recommend...
view full answer... - How to Prevent Movement in Yakima SwingDaddy Bike RackThere is going to be some movement with any bike rack, but it should not be excessive with the Yakima SwingDaddy Y02464. Double check to ensure you are tightening it fully; if you are still getting excessive movement you can add stabilizing straps # 18050 to help minimize movement. I've added a link to a demonstration video for you which shows you how the straps are used.
view full answer... - How Long is the Curt Stabilization Strap 18050The Curt stabilization strap # 18050 comes in two parts. The shorter part with the loop that fits around the bike carrier mast is 18 inches long overall from the end of the buckle to the end of the closed loop. The longer end is 63-1/2 inches long from the end of the hook to the buckle. I have linked some videos on this strap for you.
view full answer... - Using Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap on Audi A5 Cabriolet ConvertibleThe Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap # 18050 referenced in your question can be used on your Audi A5 Cabriolet Convertible. There is not a specific place that the strap needs to be attached, as it will be different on every vehicle. For a traditional hanging style bike rack, one end will attach near the top of the upright mast on the rack and the other end can attach to the top lid of the trunk lid on your Audi A5. You may also be able to run the strap through the opening at the top of...
view full answer... - How To Use The Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap Part # 18050The Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap part # 18050 is required to be used with all Curt Class I hitch receivers for all non-towing purposes. As you are using the hitch to secure a bike rack, you will need to use this strap to further support the load and minimize jostling. In order to install the support strap, you will need to slide the looped end around the upright mast of the bike rack and then pull up and over the arms. You will then need to attach the hook to the vehicle using either...
view full answer... - Are Stabilizing Straps Required to Carry Platform Bike Rack with Curt Trailer HitchPer Curt warranty requirements, all non-trailer loads, which will include a platform bike rack, must be supported by stabilizing straps. You can use the Curt Trailer Hitch Support Strap, part # 18050. We offer a wide variety of platform bike racks that are designed to carry Fat Bikes. I recommend looking at the Swagman Sitkka 2 Bike Platform Rack # S64687. This is a really nice platform-style rack that can accommodate fat bikes with tire widths of up to 5 inches. It has a weight capacity...
view full answer... - Dimensions Of Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap The Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap # 18050 is 61 inches from the top of the hook to the end of the strap. I attached a picture below.
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5/25/2023
Continues to perform as intended