{"product_id":"davis-instruments-fenderfriend-center-tube-fender-adjuster-strap-black-adjusts-16-to-72-inches","title":"Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube Fender Adjuster Strap, Black, Adjusts 16 to 72 Inches","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube is a fender whip, adjuster, and hanger in one, built to hold a fender securely against the hull or dock while absorbing the shocks of docking and passing wakes. At its core is a Shockles built-in shock absorber that stretches to take the impact generated when a fender rubs or is squeezed between the hull and dock or another boat, rather than transmitting that force directly to the boat's hardware. This helps protect stanchions, rails, and cleats from bending under the pulling force of a fender under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe strap is UV resistant and adjusts from 16 to 72 inches (0.4-1.8 m), so a single FenderFriend can be set to the correct fender height for a wide range of freeboard heights and fender sizes, and then tightened or loosened as conditions change. A sturdy, marine grade nylon buckle makes attaching a fender quick and simple, eliminating the torn fender eyes that can result from tying lines directly through a fender's mounting eye. The shock absorber itself stretches up to 12 inches (30 cm) to keep the fender in place during surges, wakes, and while the boat is unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the Center-Tube version of the FenderFriend, which includes the strap with black webbing and buckle, and is designed for fenders with a center tube rather than the twin end eyes used by the Twin-Eye version. Davis Instruments also offers a Twin-Eye FenderFriend as a separate item for fenders with eyes at each end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Davis Instruments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2455\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Center-Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Adjustment Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 to 72 inches (0.4-1.8 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Absorber Stretch:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 12 inches (30 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine grade nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap Properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e UV resistant webbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.51 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 011698010752\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fender Lines and Straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e One Center-Tube FenderFriend with black webbing and buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a fender whip, adjuster, and hanger in one that attaches a boat fender to a rail, stanchion, or cleat and lets you quickly set and adjust the fender's height using its nylon buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the strap on FenderFriend 2455 adjust?\u003c\/strong\u003e The strap adjusts from 16 to 72 inches (0.4 to 1.8 m), which covers a wide range of freeboard heights and fender sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Shockles shock absorber in this product do?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a built-in shock absorber that stretches up to 12 inches (30 cm) to take the impact when a fender is squeezed between the hull and a dock or another boat, helping keep the fender in place during surges and wakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fender strap protect my boat's cleats and rails?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the FenderFriend's shock-absorbing stretch is designed to keep stanchions, rails, and cleats from bending under the pulling force of a fender under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Center-Tube and Twin-Eye FenderFriend?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Center-Tube version, part number 2455, is made for fenders with a center tube, while the Twin-Eye version is a separate Davis Instruments product designed for fenders with an eye at each end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the FenderFriend 2455?\u003c\/strong\u003e It comes with black webbing and a black buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with the FenderFriend Center-Tube?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each unit includes one Center-Tube FenderFriend with black webbing and a marine grade nylon buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the FenderFriend Center-Tube weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube weighs 0.51 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the FenderFriend strap durable for outdoor marine use?\u003c\/strong\u003e The strap is UV resistant webbing paired with a sturdy marine grade nylon buckle, both intended for exposure to sun and marine conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the FenderFriend eliminate the need to tie fenders through their eyes?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the nylon buckle lets you attach a fender quickly without tying directly through the fender's mounting eye, which helps prevent torn fender eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Davis Instruments FenderFriend 2455 a genuine Davis Instruments product?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, part number 2455 is the manufacturer part number for the genuine Davis Instruments FenderFriend Center-Tube in black.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Davis Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49026457665755,"sku":"DAV-2455","price":19.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/2455_03_750x518_258d61d9-5ee7-45ec-a9b7-2cd14702273e.jpg?v=1785026825","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/davis-instruments-fenderfriend-center-tube-fender-adjuster-strap-black-adjusts-16-to-72-inches","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}