Recovery /snatch straps 101...to use Billy's words....

[Triathlete]

I'm thinking a rectangular base plate, with a clevis block welded to it, bolted to the frame in place of the stock hook, with the stoutest grade of metric hardware available, SHOULD be adaquate in most situations...thoughts?

That would work.

Whenever I finally get my bumpers built they will have attachment points welded on....but until then I have just used the factory tie down holes. I think you would have to be stuck REALLY good to bend those.

[VX KAT]

Got 2 Crosby 3/4" shackles today, it fits on the rear eyelet, me likey!
but can't fit it on the front two holes (well, actually I only tried the front driver side). Not enough space width-wise down there to get pin open far enough to slip it through hole, it's at a slight angle. Tried it both ways too.

I might be able to get the next size down 5/8" on which is only 3.25 ton......so Billy how the heck did you get a 3/4" in let alone a 1" on there....the BFH method? I'm not sure I want to beat on the metal thing there...

[Marlin]

Got 2 Crosby 3/4" shackles today, it fits on the rear eyelet, me likey!
but can't fit it on the front two holes (well, actually I only tried the front driver side). Not enough space width-wise down there to get pin open far enough to slip it through hole, it's at a slight angle. Tried it both ways too.

I might be able to get the next size down 5/8" on which is only 3.25 ton......so Billy how the heck did you get a 3/4" in let alone a 1" on there....the BFH method? I'm not sure I want to beat on the metal thing there...
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Those are actually not recovery points, I use mine as such, but the last time I used the front one, it actually bent that tab all up. Had to bang it back into place with a sledge. That means it is even weaker now. But they do look awesome!!!
Recovery points should be attached to the frame, such as our front tow hook. A hitch insert would work as well since it bolts directly to the frame. I think maybe those holes were for shipping tie downs?

[VX KAT]

My front end has been rearranged by a rock or two apparently...they just fit!

Oh, I see, the "BFR" method.....

Those are actually not recovery points, I use mine as such, but the last time I used the front one, it actually bent that tab all up. Had to bang it back into place with a sledge. That means it is even weaker now. But they do look awesome!!!
Recovery points should be attached to the frame, such as our front tow hook. A hitch insert would work as well since it bolts directly to the frame. I think maybe those holes were for shipping tie downs?

Yeah, that was pointed out earlier in the thread, if I called them recovery points that's just me calling me that, and I've decided to just go with them for now, no front receiver etc....

[Sprey]

I agree with marlin thats why i have had this built.
Bolts into factory towhook bolts and has 2 rated hooks on each side.
Best part about it bolt on bolt off . It is flat with the end front bumper so people with the extra skidplates might not be possible.

[Marlin]

I agree with marlin thats why i have had this built.
Bolts into factory towhook bolts and has 2 rated hooks on each side.
Best part about it bolt on bolt off . It is flat with the end front bumper so people with the extra skidplates might not be possible.

Looks pretty mean...nice. The only problem I see is that it might get hung up on rocks, or get bashed up pretty good. Looks pretty cool though.

[Sprey]

Looks pretty mean...nice. The only problem I see is that it might get hung up on rocks, or get bashed up pretty good. Looks pretty cool though.

Yea your right, last time when i went out, it was good for picking up mud Lol.
But also does give a bit of protection so thats sorta a bonus.