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    How long for the guy lines on my tarp

    Pretty straight forward question. What is the standard length of cord for the guy lines of their tarps?
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    not sure if there really is a "standard" length for tarp tie outs. personally i use a 30' CRL and 8' tie outs.

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    I use a 25-30ft CRL and 8ft tie outs. I have recently purchases a tarp w/ doors...how long of a tie out are people using on the doors?

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    For the doors, I just use the supplied shock cord. 10' line on each end, total 30' for each side pull and 8' for tie outs.


    Quote Originally Posted by raiffnuke View Post
    I use a 25-30ft CRL and 8ft tie outs. I have recently purchases a tarp w/ doors...how long of a tie out are people using on the doors?
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    Tarps: WB BMJ and OES Deluxe... Both have: 30' CRL, 6' guys at the corners and 12' guys at the panel pulls.
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