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    Snatch strap as tow/winch extension strap

    Hi everyone. I have a 11000kg RydgeRyder snatch strap that I bought cheap a couple of years ago. I have not used it as its probably a bit too big for the Patrol which is suited to an 8000kg strap.

    I am thinking of using it as a dedicated tow strap and winch extension strap. Would not use it as a snatch strap (have 8000kg for that). I don't think there should be any problems using it this way even though the strap can stretch (20%) or is there?

    What do you guys think?
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    Didn't think a bit of stretch was a good thing when towing or winching. ....... but I'll let the more knowledgeable folk tell us what's what


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    Never use it for towing or winching use it around camp dragging bag logs for the fire.
    I wouldnt use it they are cheap enough to buy IMO
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    I thought the stretch when towing might be a little more gentle on the tow points? I was thinking that if the strap loses its stretching ability due to towing then in effect it becomes the same as a tow strap?
    2007 DX CRD Wagon - EFS 2" lift, BOSS Chassis Brace Kit, Steel Bull Bar, Runva 9500-Q winch, FyrLyt's, Rock Sliders, Rear bar with wheel and twin jerry carriers, Drawers, Fridge slide, dual battery, Red Arc BCDC 1220, Red Arc EGT/Boost gauge, Scangauge, Uniden UHF, Prodigy P2 brake controller, CC Intercooler, Pacemaker 3" zhaust, HPD Dawes, ECU Remap.

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    It will propell the towed 4x4 into the back of the towee lol
    Plus if winching up hill[steep] you'll have 3.5 ton hanging on an elastic band
    not good , Use the straps for what they are designed for to avoid vehicle damage or injury
    it is a safety thing IMO
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    Another vote for 'Don't do it' esp as a winch extension.

    If things go pear shaped when winching releasing the winch control switch means the recovery process stops in a stable configuration with static loads.
    If a snatchy is involved it could be loaded to 3 to 6 thousand KGs of kinetic load depending on the winch.
    Stopping the winch won't release that load
    I have 1 winch extension strap but actually find my length of 20mm Dyneema much handier as it goes thru a snatch block and a strap won't

    As a tow strap the max legal length on the road is 4 metres
    IMHO much better to spend 20 to 30 bucks on a dedicated folded eye tow strap which can also be used as an equaliser bridle or tree trunk protector

    Getting out of the bush then the needs dictate the means so maybe if nothing else is available then use a snatchy but I would double it over to reduce the stretch and go really, really easy.
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    From what I recall when looking in to recovery gear, was you could use a snatch strap as an EMERGENCY tow strap (definitely not a winch extension though) and for a very short distance - basically get to stable ground only to recover properly later. However if used for towing, it should NEVER be used again and tossed out.
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    More a FYI spied these at TJM this morning, all clearly maked and colour coded
    similar to ARB, makes good sense to me and may,,, just may prevent an accident
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    Thanks guys.
    After reading the replies and thinking about the forces involved I will use the straps for what they are intended for.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Rock Trol View Post
    Thanks guys.
    After reading the replies and thinking about the forces involved I will use the straps for what they are intended for.
    After say a muddy trip give your straps a wash in warm soapy water, rinse and hang to dry.
    DO NOT repeat NO NOT use your wifes washing machine, wives have this weird attachment
    similar to us and our Patrols. I've only broken one washing machine, lesson learnt the hard way $$$$$
    Good time to check for cuts and frayed sections, They say they are good for 5 recoveries.
    Thats just a guestimate
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