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| Author: | Eck [ Sun Feb 12, 2017 10:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Winch kit necessities |
Now that I've gotten my winch operational, I need to put together a basic accessory kit. Don't want to go too  with the checkbook but looking for some guidance on things to have. For what it's worth, I don't have a hook but rather a Factor 55 Flatlink on the end of 95' of synthetic line. I noticed they sell kits but would it be better to put together one myself? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | Digger [ Sun Feb 12, 2017 10:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Winch kit necessities |
A kit isn't a bad way to start. I started with the traditional Warn kit many years ago before others were on the scene. basics needs: - Remote - Snatch block - Tree saver - 2x 3/4" D-shackles - Gloves Here is a rundown of what I typically carry: - Winch remote (two actually, but I use to run F/R winches) - Snatch block/pulley (This is important IMO. You can't always line up the way you want to on a tight trail) - 4x D-shackles. Mine are various sizes but 3/4" seems to fit most applications. Make sure what you get fits your equipment - Tree saver. Required with a snatch block - GLOVES. Required. I have smashed my hands many times moving rocks. Gloves are a necessity. - 10ft of Grade 70 transport chain - 2x 3ft of Grade 70 transport chain - 50ft of synthetic winch rope extension - 2x 30ft recovery straps It seems like a lot, but I used every piece in my kit including both winches at the same time to recover a roll over on Spring Creek and still had to borrow a D-shackle and Come-A-Long. |
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| Author: | Dirtheadz [ Mon Feb 13, 2017 8:04 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Winch kit necessities |
X2 |
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| Author: | TOOLMAN [ Mon Feb 13, 2017 8:14 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Winch kit necessities |
This is the one I got...I should probably have a little more, but it got me started at least. There are some pretty sweet ones from ARB but they're pretty expensive. |
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| Author: | ZOSO [ Mon Feb 13, 2017 10:25 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Winch kit necessities |
snatch block and tree strap to start. I carry 2 snatch blocks. 3 snatch straps. 1 15ft chain. and a few d rings, a comealong, and a high lift jack. Im hoping to add more when I get my floor box/drawers built. The highlift is the seldom used item but they do work good as a comealong also. |
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| Author: | landshark [ Mon Feb 13, 2017 1:04 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Winch kit necessities |
You can get dLinks from used tool stores around town usually. I picked up 4 beefy ones for $15 |
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| Author: | Eck [ Mon Feb 13, 2017 9:35 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Winch kit necessities |
Thanks. I think I might try to pick up that Warn kit Toolman has plus a snatch strap. I already have my winch hooked to a remote. May keep my eye out for some more D rings. WARN came out with a new Premium winch kit that looks really nice but it's more than twice the cost of their standard kit. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | Strike2 [ Tue Feb 14, 2017 7:30 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Winch kit necessities |
Digger has a great point on carrying some 2-3' chain, I also run a synthetic rope and a chain is a great item to have just incase you need to wrap a axle or something in the undercarriage to secure a rig if two winch cables are being use and keeps your line out of harms way. |
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| Author: | 71 Broncman [ Tue Feb 14, 2017 9:16 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Winch kit necessities |
I also carry 1) 20' and 2) 3' GR 70 chain with grab hooks on both ends. I use them for all kinds of things. I also carry a couple of tree savers/ short straps for change of direction pulls with the snatch block. 2 or 3 20' 2 ply straps, 2 ton Little Mule come-a-long, Hi Lift, 4 ton bottle jack, enough shackles to couple everything together, and a couple of ratchet straps. One other thing is a leg off an old pair of pants with the ends sewn shut and a slot in the center to drop a rock or dirt into for weight on the winch line in case of breakage. I still live by the Boy Scout motto, Be Prepared. Mark. |
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