Snatch Strap life??
Snatch Strap life??
I wasn't sure where to post this but i thought here most suits it.
Recently i heard that a Snatch Strap should be replaced after 10 uses... Is this standard or could the strap in question be a little dodgy. For un-biased feedback i wont tell u what store has it.
Dave
Recently i heard that a Snatch Strap should be replaced after 10 uses... Is this standard or could the strap in question be a little dodgy. For un-biased feedback i wont tell u what store has it.
Dave
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crap im up for some payment then (damn unlifted wagons).so i guess a few dollars each snatch will cover the costs then
even though dave says for un-biased feedback, uve probably worked out the strap in question is from supercheap. but it doesnt matter coz its not one of their brands-like my last one which has frayed after 3 uses. im still not gonna buy it tho as planned.
next question... are u meant to wash them in a washing machine or is this a no no???
Dave
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just rinse in water only no detergents or any thing as they ruin the fibres
Found this quote "Remember that on average, a snatch strap is only good for 10 recoveries. It is thus important to always use the stuck vehicle's snatch strap and not your own, owing to the limited life expectancy.
Before attempting to use your snatch strap, ensure that there are no cuts or nicks in the nylon webbing, as even a 1cm tear can reduce the breaking strain by as much as 50%" wheels 24
Found this quote "Remember that on average, a snatch strap is only good for 10 recoveries. It is thus important to always use the stuck vehicle's snatch strap and not your own, owing to the limited life expectancy.
Before attempting to use your snatch strap, ensure that there are no cuts or nicks in the nylon webbing, as even a 1cm tear can reduce the breaking strain by as much as 50%" wheels 24
well dave......id say your snatch strap is fairly past its use by date...AHAHHAHHAHA most of its life went within about 30 minutes...lol dave
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I recall talking to you about this AGES ago. My 2c
Washing with no detergent is ok and machine is alright on gentle cycle.
As for the strap and how long it lasts yes a Subaru does not weigh 2t however (really basically) it has more to do with the dirt and grit that gets in between the fibre of the strap and then ‘cut’ the strap when snatching.
Also no one has mentioned the recovery time that the strap requires in between snatches, as this will also reduce its life.
I also think the quality of the strap that you start with will also have an impact on its duration.
Washing with no detergent is ok and machine is alright on gentle cycle.
As for the strap and how long it lasts yes a Subaru does not weigh 2t however (really basically) it has more to do with the dirt and grit that gets in between the fibre of the strap and then ‘cut’ the strap when snatching.
Also no one has mentioned the recovery time that the strap requires in between snatches, as this will also reduce its life.
I also think the quality of the strap that you start with will also have an impact on its duration.
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RX Project - will be road only at this stage (and currently taking way to long to finish).
I've heard a good technique is to rinse all the sand and grit out in a big bucket of water then dry it in the sun. Also it is good to store the strap in a loose-weave bag in the boot of the car so any remaining sand can shake out over time.
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Sorry Andrew however i do not see how a loose weave bag will be of any assistance... if the sand can shake out then sand and dirt shoulod be able to shake in shouldn't it?!?!
Toyota 105 Series LandCruiser (that nobody on here wants to really hear about).
RX Touring Wagon - fitted out for 4WDing (currently collecting dust).
RX Project - will be road only at this stage (and currently taking way to long to finish).
RX Touring Wagon - fitted out for 4WDing (currently collecting dust).
RX Project - will be road only at this stage (and currently taking way to long to finish).
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Alot more sand will shake out than will shake in. Gravity is a big help in this regard.
I havn't actually done this myself yet but I'm just passing this suggestion on as I've seen it in a couple of different 4x4 magazines a while back. It makes sense to me.
Of course the best method of keeping your strap clean is to just use Matt's
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I havn't actually done this myself yet but I'm just passing this suggestion on as I've seen it in a couple of different 4x4 magazines a while back. It makes sense to me.
Of course the best method of keeping your strap clean is to just use Matt's
(I owe ya one mate)
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https://www.ausubaru.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=71&t=26163
https://www.ausubaru.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=71&t=26163
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