Thread: Recovery points

Hi Grover,
Simplest way for the rear is to remove the tow hitch, poke the strap up the receiver and secure it with the pin.
On the front you will need to add a recovery hook as none are provided standard. Have a look at 4wd accessory stores for a suitable hook or ring. Basic rule of thumb is if it is a welded hook it is not suitable, suitable recovery points should be bolted on and have their load rating stamped into them.
from Marty.

Cheers i hadn't thought of using the pin in the tow bar to secure the strap, you just saved me $40 (this site has saved me hundreds already!)

As for the front iv got the bow shackles but looks like i will have to visit supercheap to purchase a recovery point?!...is it ok to snatch from from one chasie rail on the front?

Where abouts does the tow hook bolt on to the front? also is it ok to just have one?

I happen to have some recovery points I bought but never fitted.

See http://www.aulro.com/afvb/marketplac...ry-points.html

I'll have to take some pix

It is ok to snatch from one chassis rail on a disco I. But a bridle is best for heavy work or when you are the one being snatched.

Sorry can't comment on where to bolt a recovery hook. There are too many different set-ups with bars. There are 2 bolts in each rail where bars bolt on, but they are arranged vertically so not good for a hook.

I use these 2 positions plus a 3rd back where the steering guard attaches, with 1/2" sae grade 5 bolts - but my front recover points are plate not hooks.

I don't like the L shape recovery points that only use the 2 bolts and hang down a long way to clear the front bar.

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Also should i be getting two hooks and if so how do i snatch by using both hooks to prevent uneven stress???

attach bridle to one recovery point, slide bridle through snatch strap eye then attach other end to opposite recovery point

Would it be ok to use a chain as a bridle? i know it wouldn't store energy and aid the snatch but it would evenly distribute the force on the vehicle, would that be ok?