Re: [MV] Winches

fv74@altavista.net
Wed, 8 Sep 1999 09:53:24 -0400 (EDT)

Jeff

You are right about the snatch block, also make sure that every component of your winching rig is rated for the potential maximum load. I had a 4000# tree saver fail when using a snatch block with my 9000# winch. Theorectically the load could have been as high as 18000#. The snatch block and cable passed by my head at warp speed. This could have been fatal. Always put a coat or blanket on the cable!!!

Dave Fillman
45 MB

---- you wrote:
> would that be the guy who can't see whats going on, so he sticks his head out
> the side window?
> better answer is to use a snatch block and not strees the winch cable so much.
>
> > > JEFF HAIN-MATSON
> > > FRONT LINE MILITARY VEHICLES
> > > WRIGHTSVILLE PA
> > > 717-252-4489 VOICE
> > > 717-252-4499 FAX
> > > flmv@netrax.net E-MAIL

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