OFF Road Recovery Gear Opinion

[HotHareSpey]

Looking at a hitch and strap - found these below on amazon

any thoughts? Or better recommendations

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06WLMF23C/ref=psdcmw_15737511_t2_B07FJNJ7QB

Amazon.com: motormic Tow Strap Recovery Kit – 3" x 30ft (30,000 lbs.) Rope + 2" Shackle Hitch Receiver + 5/8" Locking Pin + 3/4" D Ring Shackles with Safety Ring + Heavy Duty Bag - Off Road Pick Up Towing: Automotive

Buy motormic Tow Strap Recovery Kit – 3" x 30ft (30, 000 lbs.) Rope + 2" Shackle Hitch Receiver + 5/8" Locking Pin + 3/4" D Ring Shackles with Safety Ring + Heavy Duty Bag - Off Road Pick Up Towing: Tow Straps - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

 

[2019REBEL]

Also look at Smittybilt beaver step, each attachment point and acts as a step too.

Smittybilt Automotive- Winches, Nerf Bars, Side Steps, Grille Guards, Seats and More

Smittybilt – Get the Original

www.smittybilt.com

 

[HotHareSpey]

Also look at Smittybilt beaver step, each attachment point and acts as a step too.

Smittybilt Automotive- Winches, Nerf Bars, Side Steps, Grille Guards, Seats and More

Smittybilt – Get the Original

www.smittybilt.com

Have you used one? Looks sharp

 

[2019REBEL]

Have you used one? Looks sharp

Yes attached to my truck when I am not towing my Seadoo and have it attached all winter.

Check it out on my thread. Only thing I did with it was spray some gritty clear coat on it so I wouldn't slip on it in winter.

My 2019 Rebel

Just got my build sheet today, waiting on window sticker(not available yet). Dealer telling me it's in final inspection.:)

5thgenrams.com

 

[HotHareSpey]

Yes attached to my truck when I am not towing my Seadoo and have it attached all winter.

Check it out on my thread. Only thing I did with it was spray some gritty clear coat on it so I wouldn't slip on it in winter.

My 2019 Rebel

Just got my build sheet today, waiting on window sticker(not available yet). Dealer telling me it's in final inspection.:)

5thgenrams.com

Thank you!!

 

[Rob5589]

Be aware that tow hitches are not designed to pull against. It is safer to mount a pull attachment (hook, shackle) to the frame.

 

[cra1g]

Be aware that tow hitches are not designed to pull against.

Seems to me that's exactly what they're designed for.

 

[RichT]

1 1/4" kinetic rope

 

[Rob5589]

Seems to me that's exactly what they're designed for.

A hitch is designed to tow a moveable object, not to pull against dead/stuck weight. They are also designed for gradually increasing resistance, not heavy jerking of vehicle recovery.

 

[cra1g]

A hitch is designed to tow a moveable object, not to pull against dead/stuck weight. They are also designed for gradually increasing resistance, not heavy jerking of vehicle recovery.

A. that's why you use a recovery strap instead of a chain
B. in the absence of factory-installed recovery points, there's no place on the frame designed for that, either. I'll take my chances with the hitch.

 

[Rob5589]

A. that's why you use a recovery strap instead of a chain
B. in the absence of factory-installed recovery points, there's no place on the frame designed for that, either. I'll take my chances with the hitch.

Actually, a kinetic rope is even better than a strap. TRE (Tactical Recovery Equipment) makes some high quality recovery gear, if interested.
You have to do what you are comfortable with. Just be aware that if the hitch lets loose, you don't want to be near it. I have seen it in person; it's sounds like a small bomb going off, flies spectacularly through the air, and damages the frame mounting point.
I haven't looked but there is likely somewhere on the frame that one could attach a proper pull point. Unfortunately, most manufacturers do not account for pulling from the rear.

 

[19TXLimited]

Looking at a hitch and strap - found these below on amazon

any thoughts? Or better recommendations

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06WLMF23C/ref=psdcmw_15737511_t2_B07FJNJ7QB

Amazon.com: motormic Tow Strap Recovery Kit – 3" x 30ft (30,000 lbs.) Rope + 2" Shackle Hitch Receiver + 5/8" Locking Pin + 3/4" D Ring Shackles with Safety Ring + Heavy Duty Bag - Off Road Pick Up Towing: Automotive

Buy motormic Tow Strap Recovery Kit – 3" x 30ft (30, 000 lbs.) Rope + 2" Shackle Hitch Receiver + 5/8" Locking Pin + 3/4" D Ring Shackles with Safety Ring + Heavy Duty Bag - Off Road Pick Up Towing: Tow Straps - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

www.amazon.com

I have the Motormic linked in your original post. Seems like a quality piece. Have not used this, but do have it on the back just in case and to block tailgaters if necessary.

 

[HotHareSpey]

I have the Motormic linked in your original post. Seems like a quality piece. Have not used this, but do have it on the back just in case and to block tailgaters if necessary.

I went this way with heavy duty D rings and a 32k strap Under the back seat

 

[CaptainCJ35]

Actually, a kinetic rope is even better than a strap. TRE (Tactical Recovery Equipment) makes some high quality recovery gear, if interested.
You have to do what you are comfortable with. Just be aware that if the hitch lets loose, you don't want to be near it. I have seen it in person; it's sounds like a small bomb going off, flies spectacularly through the air, and damages the frame mounting point.
I haven't looked but there is likely somewhere on the frame that one could attach a proper pull point. Unfortunately, most manufacturers do not account for pulling from the rear.

I'm still trying to get up to speed on all things "off road" and learning more every day, so sorry if this seems a bit pedantic. Could you explain this a little further?

• Are you not supposed to pull out a stuck vehicle using your hitch with a recovery rope/strap? Or are you talking about if you're the stuck vehicle?
• What difference is there in either case, aren't the loads and stresses ultimately shared between vehicles?
• Isn't the tow hitch assembly connected at multiple points on both frame rails and distributing the load better than a single shackle or hook on the frame?
• Are you advocating using the front tow hooks instead and reversing?

This just seem counter intuitive and contrary to what I understood.

 

[HotHareSpey]

I’ve been pulling cars and trucks out for decades using a hitch receiver or front tow hooks and never had an issue - ever. Camel trophy and any of the Jeepers from Moab and Arizona will attest

rules to recovery:

Use low range always

Use opposite points of recovery when possible

If you have concerns over the strap or winch line breaking, place a towel or blanket or similar weighted object to mediate the recoil

shovel out or employ recovery tracks and adjust the front wheels of the stuck vehicle

when initiating the tension on the strap don’t gas the vehicle but make-a gradual recovery Not jerky on the pull

use your brain and keep everyone away from the action

Have fun and don’t freak out when things get banged up, dented, or broken. It is going to happen eventually if you put you and your vehicle off the main road and it isn’t a big deal unless you make it one - just be prepared and it’s best to have a second vehicle with you always if possible

take pics and brag

 

[DavidNJ]

There are also aluminum recovery hitches, some designed for soft shackles. it is also possible to just run a soft shackle directly on the pin without a hitch.



As a sidebar, there are also aluminum wheels that use a soft shackle and replace a snatch block.

 

[RichT]

I'm all-in on soft shackles, but will stick to steel shackles for snatch block connections when needed.

here's why

 

[DavidNJ]

I'm all-in on soft shackles, but will stick to steel shackles for snatch block connections when needed.

here's why

Some soft shackles come with an anti-chafe cover. I wonder if that would make a difference.

 

[Rob5589]

Soft shackles won't give you a lifetime of use compared to steel. They are also more expensive for quality pieces. What they do give you is significant weight savings and ease of use. For casual users, they may be not be the best use of your hard earned dollars. But, if you want something light and durable, the soft shackle rules. TRE ( Tactical Recovery Equipment ) makes some quality gear, if looking.

 

[Rob5589]

Some soft shackles come with an anti-chafe cover. I wonder if that would make a difference.

View attachment 40344

I looked but, couldn't find it. Basically, it was a video that showed how the "protective sheath" actually caused increased wear and eventually failure. what increases the wear on soft shackles is are sharp edges. Keep them smoothed and you'll have many years of use for the average user.