Confused on Recovery Straps
04-01-2016, 01:21 PM
#31
Senior Member
04-01-2016, 01:34 PM
#32
Originally Posted by coryjones
Do not do this I bent a pin had a hell of a time getting it out.
Originally Posted by sigma pi
What were you recovering?
Originally Posted by coryjones
This is the one I have used for years. Pro comp 20,000# strap and 3/4 d ring. I have used this to pull out a semi with my f350 jerking very hard pulling tree stumps you name it. I have two one is 5 or 6 years old never broke one.
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sigma pi (09-12-2016)
04-02-2016, 10:38 PM
#34
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Then, as Sigma Pi stated, you had crap for a pin. We've used the hitch pin recovering a 3/4 Fiat (Dodge) stuck to its underbelly in thick gooey mud being tugged out by a D9. No damage whatsoever.
04-04-2016, 02:32 PM
#35
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09-02-2016, 12:42 PM
#36
Hey guys. Sorry to bring back an older post. Trying to decide on which recovery strap to buy. I see that the strap should be rated for 2-3 times the weight of what you're pulling. My truck along with the majority of anything I might be pulling is just shy of 6k. So logic would say the arb 17,500 strap would be plenty. But I'm wondering if I should go with the heavier 24,000 strap for the off chance I have to pull a larger load. Would the heavier strap be overkill for the standard half ton pick up? Or would I be ok to stick with it and have the extra capacity should the occasion arise. Thanks!
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sigma pi (09-12-2016)
09-02-2016, 02:00 PM
#37
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I would go for the heavier strap because if you have to get running start at the recovery (snatching) it is nice to have all the buffer you can get. Look into kinetic ropes as well. More effective for recovery and easier on vehicles. Downside is cost. They are more expensive. Just my $.02
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