Recovery/Tow strab brands?

EvaMonky · 07-04-2007, 07:17 PM

Ok so I'm looking at getting acouple of good quality recovery straps and I'm simply overwhelmed by the number of brands and prices. I'm not looking to buy more of that crap they sell at Shucks (Keeper I belive). It works but only for a few tows before it breaks.

I want to spend the money on a good one that I know won't break when I really need it.

So what are some good brands? I know ARB is always a good choice, but I would rather get at least one in a 30 foot length.

Any places I can get a good price on acouple of choker chains too? I found 2 websites, one wanted $90 and the other wanted $110 that seemed a bit steep to me for 10 feet of chain and acouple of hooks. I mean I could go to home depot and make some for less than that.... heh. And I just might.

Thoughts?

I just realized I put "strab" and not strap heh.

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Jacket · 07-04-2007, 07:20 PM

http://www.wheelersoffroad.com/tacotowstrap.htm

tc · 07-04-2007, 11:22 PM

Apparently, the ARB one isn't all that great ...
http://www.yotatech.com/f153/how-str...really-117698/

I use a ProComp, but it's probably not much better than the ARB. The Wheelers Offroad ones look nice.

As for chain, I got grade 70 transport chain with hooks at Tractor Supply. I think 16' was $50 maybe (?)

EvaMonky · 07-05-2007, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jacket

http://www.wheelersoffroad.com/tacotowstrap.htm

What makes these good? I've never seen this brand before.

CJM · 07-05-2007, 07:51 PM

I dunno, I got a recovery strap from home depot for like 25 bucks, 20 feet long. it pulled out a fullsize lifted late 70 bronco with 3 people in it with my t100..I think its good.

881stGenRunner · 07-05-2007, 08:06 PM

I have a 4"x30' ProComp that i bought from 4wheelparts for like $100. So far its all good. I dont want to do this again with a chain. http://www.yotatech.com/f116/ever-broke-hitch-108008/

MudHippy · 07-05-2007, 08:28 PM

I bought this a couple days ago for $29. I've got 2 of their 5000 lb. straps too. Good stuff, will definetly do what it's rated for. I got chains for whatever this can't handle.

**waskillywabbit** · 07-05-2007, 08:29 PM

You want at least a 2" wide strap with a high strength rating...the name brand is like buying a tooth brush...you pay more for fluff.

EvaMonky · 07-05-2007, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tc

Apparently, the ARB one isn't all that great ...
http://www.yotatech.com/f153/how-str...really-117698/

I use a ProComp, but it's probably not much better than the ARB. The Wheelers Offroad ones look nice.

As for chain, I got grade 70 transport chain with hooks at Tractor Supply. I think 16' was $50 maybe (?)

Wow I guess not. Crazy.

Too bad they don't have any from here in the states. Still informative though.

MudHippy · 07-05-2007, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EvaMonky

What makes these good? I've never seen this brand before.

Well, I read this and was sold. Course I already bought a different one.

Quote:

Wheeler's offers the highest quality certified tow and tree straps that are made in the USA. Our tow strap is 3"X30' and has a reinforced loop on both ends. The tree straps are 3"X12' and have a loop on both ends. The straps have certification tags and are great for competition or recreational use. The tow strap is continuous duty rated at a whopping 13,500 lbs, the material itself is rated at 27,000 lbs. The material we use has a slight recoil action; it absorbs the initial shock and then recoils, popping your vehicle loose without the shock and danger associated with chains and steel cable. This has got to be the ultimate tow strap at a very good price. Used by the US Military!!

vwfastg60 · 07-09-2007, 04:54 AM

I cant remember the name of mine but its SWEET! 2inch wide and 25feet long with no hooks. you weave it back through and it holds! I watched a friend in his S/c taco rip a tahoe out of 3 feet of snow....when i say rip i mean he was at the top of 1st in 4wheel pinned and the tahoe came up(front tires in the air) and out of the snow drift! no slipping or brakeage and it wont smash a window i already tried it out on a parts car.

***Corey*** · 07-09-2007, 05:42 AM

ARB has some new ones out now, saw the ad in the new 4WD Toyota Owner magazine.

http://arbusa.com/snatch_straps.php

drguitarum2005 · 07-09-2007, 05:53 AM

i just got a no-name 2" x 30' one at my local 4wp and it has worked perfectly every time i've needed it. if you get wider than 2", its a bonus if the loops on the end are folded over to make them skinnier (yet just as strong) so you can stuff it in your trailer hitch receiver with a pin and use that as a recovery point.

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881stGenRunner Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Newnan, GA Posts: 2,343	I have a 4"x30' ProComp that i bought from 4wheelparts for like $100. So far its all good. I dont want to do this again with a chain. http://www.yotatech.com/f116/ever-broke-hitch-108008/ __________________ -Brandon 1988 4Runner SR5 4x4 V6 5 Speed Swap (R150F)~SDORI 1.5" BJ Spacers~Downey 26MM TBs~Downey 3" Springs~Downey Shackles~PC ES3000s~PC ES2000 SS~Motive Gear 5.29s~Rear Detroit~Front Lock-Rite~Yakima Load Warrior~33x12.5 Pro Comp M/Ts~Cragar 15x8 Streetlocks~Cobra 18 WXSTII~Marlin Crawler Rear~Addicted Offroad Front Bumper~4X Innovations Sliders~WabFab Bikini Kit~Optima Yellow Top~SS IFS Truss. My 4Runner and Other Stuff

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MudHippy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: The Realm Of Fecal Cohesion Posts: 2,014	I bought this a couple days ago for $29. I've got 2 of their 5000 lb. straps too. Good stuff, will definetly do what it's rated for. I got chains for whatever this can't handle. __________________ Sonoran Steel Early IFS Truss Your IFS is SPINELESS without it SonoranSteel.com I'm Cuckoo For YOTA Trucks!

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vwfastg60 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Longmont Colorado Posts: 726	I cant remember the name of mine but its SWEET! 2inch wide and 25feet long with no hooks. you weave it back through and it holds! I watched a friend in his S/c taco rip a tahoe out of 3 feet of snow....when i say rip i mean he was at the top of 1st in 4wheel pinned and the tahoe came up(front tires in the air) and out of the snow drift! no slipping or brakeage and it wont smash a window i already tried it out on a parts car. __________________ 87 longbed, 3rz, tacoma dash, bobbed, SAS'ed, gears and more. My build----HERE More web wheeling- Just getting started so come join us Asphaltsux

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*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,077	ARB has some new ones out now, saw the ad in the new 4WD Toyota Owner magazine. http://arbusa.com/snatch_straps.php __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

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drguitarum2005 Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Houston (home), Atlanta (school), Cincinnati (work) Posts: 2,235	i just got a no-name 2" x 30' one at my local 4wp and it has worked perfectly every time i've needed it. if you get wider than 2", its a bonus if the loops on the end are folded over to make them skinnier (yet just as strong) so you can stuff it in your trailer hitch receiver with a pin and use that as a recovery point. __________________ -David 2000 Taco TRD Access Cab v6 \| 5spd \| 33" BFG A/Ts \| 33" PC Mud Terrains \| OME 882's \| Bilstein HD struts front \| Rancho shocks rear \| Chevy 63" leaf spring swap \| Custom sliders \| Custom front bumper \|3" BL \| U-Bolt flip \| Flowmaster exhaust \| Kenwood Speakers \| Grey Wire Mod \| Aux. Reverse Lights \| Deckplate Mod \| Lots of lights Pictures

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