I plan to order a fairlead ($50) and 80' of 5/16 line ($153) from Rockstomper unless anyone has a better place or different setup to recommend.

 

moab jeeper did a test on "redneck winch rope" a while back, but i haven't been able to find where to buy.

but @$153 i don't think you can beat that

 

My suggestion would be 3/8 x 80'. If I am to purchase again, that is what I will get. I like the added strength of the 3/8 line. My 5/16 has already broken once.

Now get that truck ready for a run to the beach.

 

x2...Go with 80' of 3/8 synthetic and carry an extension for the situations that require more line.

I really like my steel line for its durability and strength though...you just have to use extra caution when rigging it and under load of course. I can drag it over rocks and ledges without too much worry of it snapping. I would never do that with a synthetic line...but its like everything else...lots of pro's/con's to both. You can't go wrong with either.

*If you swap the steel for synthetic let me know...I could use a new steel line in the near future.

 

Thanks guys. Of course in my own impatience, I've already ordered the 5/16. At 13,000lb rating, it should be alright. I'll let you know about the steel Brian. One other guy already says he wants it but I bet shipping will be prohibitive.