Locking D-rings?

[BrnDave]

I have an Idea for a product and wanting some feedback on the market. currently i am seeking a patent for my locking d-ring design..

My question is how many ppl out there would pay for a locking D-ring that is impervious to thieves and vibrating loose. you could buy a set of 4 that have a single key (which means no more screwdrivers or pliers)

Any input is welcome...

 

[superj]

i need to get d-rings, period

 

[LGR]

Got a picture of one?

 

[BrnDave]

sorry but no i have been advised that posting pics or too detailed descriptions is not in my best interests from my patent att. but the D-rings will remain mostly the same the pin is the only change and it is lockable by key

 

[LGR]

Well when you can post a pic I'd like to see it.

 

[bugleboy]

awesome, i love the idea of not having d-rings stolen right off the front (or back) of our rigs, but will they be just as strong?

 

[Gennybro]

But getting dirt in the hole will not be good. That's why the caveman dragged his women by the hair.

 

[superj]

ha ha ha

 

[TerryMason]

I've never had a problem with thieves, but have had a problem with them vibrating loose. Lost one on the interstate that must have bounced up and hit my skid plate -scared the bejesus out of me.

I'd like to see a d-ring with a longer than normal threaded section that could accept a cotter pin.

BrnDave - I'd pay a small premium for locking ones - maybe an extra $10-15. I'd want it to come with two keys though. My only reservation about buying locking items in general is loosing the key.

 

[bugleboy]

I'd like to see a d-ring with a longer than normal threaded section that could accept a cotter pin.

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maybe some extra thread length that sticks out a little but has a hole drilled thrue the threads that somebody could buy a lock to put on it whenever your afraid of someone stealing them?

 

[BrnDave]

They would be just as strong and the pins i have tested passed the limits of the rating for the ring its self.. and as for the key i was looking at a qd style allen stock 1/4 turn gets it off the shaft..what do you guys think?

 

[duckkillerclyde]

what kind of D rings are you talking about?

This kind?

 

[duckkillerclyde]

why not weld them on?

 

[prariepunk]

I'd buy some

 

[BrnDave]

what kind of D rings are you talking about?

This kind?

yup that kind basically the pin has a lock on the end thats cylindrical other than a cotter pin

 

[duckkillerclyde]

then your invention has already been invented. google it.

 

[duckkillerclyde]

I've seen them for sale at woody's logging supply in Longview, Washington.