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Marvintpa once bubbled...
Yes, it's not just that the U-piece is spread apart. The other three went on lickity-split, but this pin barely pokes out beyond the rubber through which it passes.
These straps come in a kit, and given the price of the kit you'd figure they could get four pins the same size. Having said that, yes, I shoulda checked first.
You're right, it should have been right to start with. I have no doubt they will send you the proper part quickly but probably not quick enough for the weekend.
Your local hardware or marine supply shop will have a stainless steel cotter pin that will give you a temporary fix. Get the thickest that will fit in the hole in the U-brackets and pull it down as far as you can before bending it. This will work, I've seen it done.
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