Lets talk shackles

4runner DOA

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Or you save 50 bucks and throw a sweatshirt or jacket over the line. You can also drape an extra tow strap over the line. Save the cash for beer.

I usually throw my snatch strap on the winch line. If I actually need that extra 30 feet, I've got plenty of other shit I can usually throw on it too.
 

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I keep a few cheap D-rings in the vehicle or on the bumper, but I like to use a soft shackle whenever possible. I'll likely pick up another one next offroad expo when they are on sale. It's important to keep a couple extra shackles handy so you can winch with a snatchblock and to another vehicle at the same time. Don't be THAT guy that only has one shackle.
 

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I keep a few cheap D-rings in the vehicle or on the bumper, but I like to use a soft shackle whenever possible. I'll likely pick up another one next offroad expo when they are on sale. It's important to keep a couple extra shackles handy so you can winch with a snatchblock and to another vehicle at the same time. Don't be THAT guy that only has one shackle.

I had six, two on each bumper and two with the recovery gear. lost one last trip out because I didn't zip tie it. Hahaha.
 

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I had six, two on each bumper and two with the recovery gear. lost one last trip out because I didn't zip tie it. Hahaha.
Yeah I've lost a few too. That's why I don't buy expensive shackles. Usually I have two on the rear bumper and another one in the tool box. Soft shackle stays in the seat back pocket thing. I don't have shackle tabs on my front bumper since I can use a soft shackle around the tubes. Gotta love soft shackles. Everyone should own at least one. Just have to be a little more careful around heat and sharp edges. (Same as synthetic winch line)
 
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