Wow, looks like the hook has had a hard life too...
Wow, looks like the hook has had a hard life too...
I have said it before and say again in capitals: NO MATTER WHAT RECOVERY POINT YOU HAVE, REMEMBER TO CHECK IT AS SOON AS YOU GET HOME AFTER USING IT!!! Look for loose bolts, worn parts, twisted/bent parts.
This hook above has not been checked before its use. Take a look at the elongated hole, and the amount of rust would easily hide a Fatige crack. I believe this hook took a lot of abuse before breaking. ANY Recovery Point WILL eventually FAIL after much abuse and lack of observation.
Tim
Getting Older Is Unavoidable, Growing Up Is Optional!
Hey Benno.
Sorry if this is a dumb question but I am new to 4wding. So I have been using the a rear recovery point that slots into the tow bar as in the pic to get towed out backwards. what do I hook up too at the front of my car that can be used as a recovery point? seeing as I shouldn't be using the front tow point
Tyre safety hint. This is just amazing stuff. http://www.outbacktravelaustralia.co...-mounted-tyres
My advice is: not to follow my advice.
Have a look at these blokes and learn how not to. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOijNxcSiVs
My advice is: not to follow my advice.