Tree Trunk Protector

[04OFF]

And anyone know why are they called "snatch" blocks anyway ?, you don't snatch with them, ive always thought they should be called winch blocks or winch pulleys ?

[rottodiver]

I know them as equalising sheaves... But snatch block seems to be a 4wd term for them(slang I guess)
Scotty

[NP99]

And anyone know why are they called "snatch" blocks anyway ?, you don't snatch with them, ive always thought they should be called winch blocks or winch pulleys ?

I could be wrong but I think it's from the old sailing days......

[04OFF]

Yes i remember the day of the "Tankbulance", and yes the tree was bloody huge !


Thanks for all the pics and detailed info Scotty, plus info about snatch blocks , one thing though, and i think half the reason behind the OP, is ive never seen a bridle/equaliser strap like yours, but heaps of the ones that look exactly like a tree protector (same width), only noticable difference was the strap colour and label/description on strap.

Your bridle actually looks a better way to go to be honest, as its smaller/lighter to carry/pack, plus easy to get a hook/shackle over......... so where do i get one ? (lol)

[Tonks]

When you use an equaliser make sure you use a shackle as the "runner" and not just loop it through the end of the strap, the heat caused by the friction can melt either strap while under load.

Scotty

Thanks,

That was another question, is it safe to put a shackle as a runner as stated.

[taslucas]

Thanks Scotty, maybe that post could be put on the safety section or recovery section somewhere? The pics are great

[macca]

Long story short - when it comes to recovery, if you haven't got a heap of experience with it under controlled circumstances, then don't offer advice that could inadvertently get someone in trouble.

I agree 100% with what you say above, it is not necasarily the way I do it but the level of safety and staying within the equipment specs is the same.

Agree with the statement quoted above as well.

My experience came from owning a IFS Hilux, man I got good at recovering myself!!

I do like to leave some of my gear at home when out with others, BUT take it all if on my own.

My recovery points are up to the task (well I think so) and have not been into this bridle thing, even though I have used my TTP in some instances.

All of a sudden about a year ago I noticed the Bridle Kit was promoted somewhere and now it is a must have item, for me I dont agree. It is a good idea but in my case I do it differently and just as safe.

Out of curiosity how many have a protector for their synthetic whinch rope that is place around the rope and put on abrasive objects where the rope could be damaged?
MSA used to have one but I cant find it on their site, I have one myself and do use it when necessary.

[Cuppa]

Thanks,

That was another question, is it safe to put a shackle as a runner as stated.

x2, I had assumed that the equalizer strap would just be fed through the loop on the end of a snatch strap (when being snatched obviously) & when doing a double line winch pull that the winch hook would just clip over the equalizer strap? If this is incorrect (& unsafe) I need to get myself a 4th shackle. My thinking was that the additional shackle to connect winch rope to equalizer strap was another potential missile, but hadn't considered friction/heat build up. Can someone clarify please.

Cuppa

[DX grunt]

My tree trunk protector


My bridle


Showing the width of the tree trunk protector compared to the bridle


Hope this helps.

Take care out there.

Rossco

[threedogs]

I think a few pics of joining straps may be in order, personally I'd never thread it back through the loop.
You can never get them undone. But answering Op they have different ratings and a different purpose,
just use it for what its for, If un sure join a club or do an acreditted course, Reasonably affordable $150???
Again we as Aussie adapt, we have adapted lifting gear to recover in some cases. As for recovery kits Most kits available
will have all you require, all you do is add extra shackles etc to suit your needs. Plus a frayed strap is usless throw it away
or cut and get it re stitched for dragging some light logs around camp, not for snatching