{"product_id":"jmi-wheeley-bar-tie-down-bracket-kit","title":"JMI Wheeley Bar Tie-Down Bracket Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eSecure your telescope tripod to your JMI Wheeley Bar with this \u003cstrong\u003eTie-Down Bracket Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Wheeley Bars are inherently stable, but on uneven surfaces, rough terrain, or during transit, your tripod can tip sideways off the frame — often with catastrophic results for your equipment. This kit prevents that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSturdy steel brackets bolt to your Wheeley Bar using the existing hardware. \u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty ratchet straps are included\u003c\/strong\u003e to firmly anchor each tripod leg. Highly recommended for every setup — absolutely essential when rolling over uneven ground with the 10″ pneumatic wheel upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tie-Down Bracket Kit attaches to your Wheeley Bar frame at each leg position. Once installed, the ratchet straps loop over each tripod leg and cinch down tight, locking the tripod firmly to the dolly during transport. Removal is quick when you reach your observing position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Wheeley Bar owner — this is a safety essential, not an optional upgrade. Particularly critical for imaging setups where a tip-over could damage thousands of dollars of equipment. Essential when using 10″ pneumatic wheels on grass, dirt, or gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel mounting brackets (bolt to your Wheeley Bar using existing hardware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty ratchet straps — one per tripod leg position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Kit (TPWTDB):\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits the Medium Universal, HD Medium, HD Large, and Astro-Physics Pier Mount Wheeley Bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalf Kit (TPWTDBH):\u003c\/strong\u003e Required for the HD Shorty Wheeley Bar only — the Shorty's shorter leg geometry requires a different bracket configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSelect the correct version for your Wheeley Bar model. If you are unsure, contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use the Standard Kit on the HD Shorty — it will not fit correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use the Half Kit on Medium, HD Medium, or HD Large models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways secure the tie-down straps before moving your Wheeley Bar, especially on any surface other than a perfectly flat garage floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I really need this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes — for any setup worth protecting. Wheeley Bars are stable at rest, but during movement across uneven surfaces, a tripod can slide or tip sideways. The Tie-Down Bracket Kit is inexpensive insurance for your mount, OTA, and imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this slow down my setup\/teardown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe ratchet straps take about 30 seconds to secure or release per leg. It adds roughly 90 seconds total to your setup routine — a trivial cost for the protection it provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this interfere with the 10″ pneumatic wheel upgrade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo — the bracket kit is fully compatible with all wheel configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JMI","offers":[{"title":"Standard — Medium \/ HD Medium \/ HD Large \/ AP Pier","offer_id":53297182441583,"sku":"TPWTDB","price":140.67,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Half Kit — HD Shorty Only","offer_id":53297182474351,"sku":"TPWTDBH","price":137.61,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/TDBonHDMED_1024.jpg?v=1781718059","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/jmi-wheeley-bar-tie-down-bracket-kit","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}