{"product_id":"ez-loader-winch-mount-bow-safety-chain-14-250-014918","title":"Bow Safety Chain 14\" with Hook | 250-014918","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.4; color: #263238;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEZ Loader bow safety chain 250-014918\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 14\" chain with hook that connects a compatible trailer winch mount to the boat's bow eye. It mounts below the winch and strap assembly and provides a secondary connection intended to help retain the bow if the main winch strap fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis chain is a backup connection, not a complete boat securement system.\u003c\/strong\u003e It does not guarantee that a boat will remain on the trailer during a strap failure, collision, or other incident. Use it together with the properly secured winch strap and appropriate bow and stern tie-downs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 14px 0 5px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 3px 0 8px; padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary bow connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds a backup between the winch mount and boat bow eye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e14\" listed length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm that the chain reaches correctly in your trailer's mounting arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHook included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects to a compatible boat bow eye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated steel construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Listed with a galvanized \/ zinc-plated finish for corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM part identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e EZ Loader part number 250-014918.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 5px 0 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 9px 10px; text-align: left; background-color: #12344d; color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #12344d;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width: 36%; padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eBrand \/ Manufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eEZ Loader\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003ePart Number \/ MPN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003e250-014918\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003ePart Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eWinch mount \/ bow safety chain with hook\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eListed Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003e14\"; confirm usable reach for your mounting arrangement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eMaterial \/ Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eSteel with listed galvanized \/ zinc-plated finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eSilver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eMounting Location\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eDesignated winch-mount attachment below the winch and strap assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eBoat Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eHook connects to a compatible boat bow eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eSecondary bow retention used with the winch strap and appropriate tie-downs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eOne bow safety chain with hook\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"padding: 8px 10px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top; background-color: #f8fbfc; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eImportant Fitment Note\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: 1px solid #cbd5dc;\"\u003eVerify the mounting point, chain reach, hook engagement, and bow-eye clearance. This chain does not replace bow or stern tie-downs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 14px 0 5px;\"\u003eHow the Bow Safety Chain Is Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eAfter the boat is properly positioned against the bow stop and the winch is secured, connect the chain hook to the bow eye according to the trailer manufacturer's instructions. The chain provides a separate connection if the winch strap releases or breaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eIts effectiveness depends on the condition and suitability of the entire connection, including the chain, hook, mounting hardware, winch stand, and boat bow eye. Never rely on this chain alone to secure the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 14px 0 5px;\"\u003eOur Bow and Stern Tie-Down Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 411Marine family recommends properly selected bow and stern tie-down straps, especially for long-distance trips.\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure the boat for every tow using the arrangement specified for your boat and trailer. The winch strap, bow safety chain, and additional tie-downs each have a role in helping control boat movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eChoose straps and attachment points suitable for the boat, trailer, and direction of restraint. Additional straps are useful only when they are correctly rated, positioned, and attached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 14px 0 5px;\"\u003eFitment and Mounting Hardware\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eConfirm part number 250-014918 and compare the chain with your original assembly. Check the distance between the designated winch-mount attachment and bow eye with the boat in its proper towing position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eThe hook must engage the bow eye correctly without interference from the winch strap hook or nearby hardware. Confirm mounting-hardware requirements and package contents before ordering; do not assume a mounting bolt, nut, washer, winch strap, or tie-down straps are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eThis is a boat-to-trailer bow chain. It is not a replacement for the trailer-to-tow-vehicle safety chains at the coupler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 10px 0 4px;\"\u003eInspection and Travel Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 3px 0 8px; padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eInspect the chain, hook, mounting hardware, and bow eye before towing. Replace damaged, stretched, cracked, or severely corroded components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eInspect the winch strap for cuts, fraying, and other damage. A backup chain does not make a damaged strap suitable for continued use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eCheck the winch, chain connection, and tie-downs before departure and recheck them after the load settles and during travel stops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eKeep the winch connection and bow safety chain attached until the boat is in the proper launch position, following the trailer manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003eAfter a strap failure or an event that loads the chain suddenly, have the affected securement components inspected before further towing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eFor applicable loading, tie-down, and launching instructions, consult the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezloader.com\/manuals-and-documents\/\" style=\"color: #12344d;\"\u003eEZ Loader owner's manual\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 14px 0 5px;\"\u003eSend Us Photos for Travel-Safety Advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eTraveling with a boat under 35 feet on an adjustable boat trailer? The 411Marine family is happy to share practical experience with boat positioning, bow connections, and stern tie-down arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eEmail \u003ca href=\"mailto:parts@411marine.com\" style=\"color: #12344d;\"\u003eparts@411marine.com\u003c\/a\u003e with clear photos of the complete boat and trailer, winch stand, bow eye, stern attachment points, and existing straps. Include the boat's year, make, model, approximate loaded weight, and trailer identification when available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eWe believe taking time to prepare and check your setup is better than discovering a missing safeguard on the road. Photo-based guidance can help identify questions and improvements, but it cannot certify the condition or capacity of the complete rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 10px 0 4px;\"\u003eIndependent EZ Loader Parts Dealer Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eEZLoaderParts411 is an EZ Loader OEM replacement parts supplier owned and operated by 411MarineCom, Inc., part of the 411-Trailers Group and the 411Marine family of businesses. Our business heritage dates to 1998, and we serve customers from Hardeeville, South Carolina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003e411MarineCom is a high-volume independent EZ Loader trailer dealer and direct-to-factory source for new EZ Loader marine boat trailers, OEM replacement parts, and fitment support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eWe are a dealer resource, not the manufacturer. Our team helps previous trailer customers and new customers identify the correct EZ Loader parts using trailer VIN details, photos, measurements, real trailer comparisons, hands-on parts experience, publicly available resources, our websites, and direct customer conversations whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"EZ Loader","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52897102758253,"sku":"250-014918","price":11.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/3761\/6493\/files\/250-014918_Winch_Mount_Bow_Safety_Chain.jpg?v=1767893804","url":"https:\/\/ezloaderparts411.com\/products\/ez-loader-winch-mount-bow-safety-chain-14-250-014918","provider":"EZLoaderParts411.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}