We're picking a Viking kinetic recovery rope, 3/4" x 30' 19,000 lb. MBS (it's just like the Super Yanker except black with blue loops, made more sense than white to me).

Deciding between Crosby or Green Pin 3/4" shackles - 4.75 ton WLL (9,500 lb)
or would 5/8" Crosby 3 1/4 ton WLL (6,500 lb) be OK?...
(only reason is there's a great deal on ebay for 4 new Crosby 5/8" for $35, but won't do it if they're not strong enough)
I know Billy you said 3/4" OK.

Noticed VX has a hook in front and eyelet on rear corner.
Why the 2 different types?
Are they strong enough to use or have you all added / welded on other types of hooks or loops?