Using a recovery strap, where and how do I attach it?

I might just get that front-of-vehicle recovery point for my double cab Limited - thanks for the reference!

 

I had something similar before I knew that product existed. It's very handy having a shackle up front!

 

Got Info/link to setting up front of the trucj recovery point with shackle?

I read here that front passenger side with hook is the recovery point but how to setup shackle there?

 

I assume it is as simple as unbolting the OEM hook and bolting on this after market unit (using some Blue Loctite)...

 

Got it.

So i assume the reason for replacing it with shackle is simply for more secured towing?

 

I have read all of these postings and...I think the most practical method to use a tow strap or recovery strap properly will be:

1. Hook the strap to any part of the rear of your truck...
2. Have someone else drive the truck on your behalf...
3. Rap the strap around your neck securely...
4. Advise the driver to punch the gas peddle...
5. End result it won't matter at this point if your truck is stuck or not...

Really? Is this what this site has become? People must have some idea that you should not hook the strap to...uuhhh your mirror, a nail you hammer in the bed of you truck...read the owners manual...there is information regarding the tow hooks...

 

I think it changes the simple weaker loop with something that can be used for recovery.

 

This is the receiver mounted D ring I got. It's rated for 13,000 lbs (way more than the receiver is rated for). Orange almost matches my Inferno - with the bumper separation you can't really tell any difference.

http://www.etrailer.com/Off-Road-Accessories/Curt/C45824.html

 

Rated 10,000 lbs, 8 dollars with coupons

 

Here's my shopping list for anyone wanting to get started on building up their recovery gear.

Hitch Reciever Shackle
ARB Snatch Strap
Front Shackle Holder for TRD Sport
ARB Shackle
Small Shovel

With these things, you can get yourself out of a lot situations you'd encounter on the trail. I can't stress enough to buy quality stuff. This is going to last you a long time, so spend the extra few bucks. There's a lot of potential for breakage and injury, so do yourself that favor.

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/factor-55-group-buy.462834/page-2

 

I also recommend a hilift jack. You can use it as a come-along in place of a winch.

 

Guess what Bob, plenty of us were novices at some time, or still are. Doesn't hurt to be prepared. My first time out, I went out with a tow strap with the little hooks on the end thinking I'd be fine, not knowing any better. My buddy got stuck in some water and we tried for an hour to pull him out with no luck. Snapped the strap, bent my hitch chain holders, he got water damage inside his 4runner from it taking so long. Had we known this information and had the proper gear, we would've gotten him out in a minute or two saving a lot of headache. Don't be a dick because something that may seem obvious to you isn't obvious to others.

 

Preach it. I completely agree with your statement.

 

It just rubs me the wrong way when people look down on others for not knowing something, as if it were common knowledge. We all have to start somewhere! That's how we learn, right? When I first joined this site I didn't know jack shit.

 

Please explain this in novice terms.... thanks.

 

You pretty much use the hi-lift between you and a tree, and inch yourself forward. It's a very tedious process.

 

This. Yes it is tedious, but I've seen when a winch gets burnt up and this is the only option.

 

@EatSleepTacos

thanks for posting that. yeah... I think I broke sweat just watching the video

 

Yeah it's not something I'd want to do unless absolutely necessary. All recovery stuff comes in stages pretty much, and the list I posted is the best place to start. After that it can start getting expensive.

hi-lift
traction boards
tree saver/chains
front/rear plate bumpers and sliders (to use as lift points with the hi-lift)
winch