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albsvx:
I don't believe that ec4wda has any set region wide rules.
I was speaking only from experience, check the wheeling rules on any other clubs websites.
When a club is hosting an event, and you are piggybacking from another club, they will expect you to follow their rules.
albsvx:
ctjeep
http://www.ctjeep.org/ctjeep3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=236
b4w
http://berkshire4wheelers.org/forums/viewtopic.php?t=212
lior
http://www.ec4wda.org/LIOR/2008trails/2008trails.htm
ntc
http://toyotacrawlers.com/clubinfo1.html
e4w's rules only reference tow points, not straps
reg:
thanks al. but all i see is the prohibition of metal hooks on tow straps.. hich are VERY dangrous. I would cll my chain above min requirements. there is nothing that prohibits my chain as a legal means of towage... if there is somthing i am missing PLEASE enlighten me. As long as it is attached to a shackle, and the hooks I have lockonto the chain NOT THROUGH the links, it is in every way safer and stronger than a recovery strap...
albsvx:
I'm certainly not able to argue the safety of chain vs. strap from any form of experience, but personally, I wouldn't want you towing me with chain, nor would I want to be towing you with chain.
it just sounds dangerous
what I do know, is that most of the clubs say that fabric strap with sewn loops is a requirement
no, they do not specifically say that chain is not allowed, but they also don't specifically say that bungy cord, rope, jumper cable or a million other things that some people might thing is okay for towing is not allowed
you experience may vary, but I'm almost certain I've seen people told that chain was unacceptable ... not possitive
reg:
thank you al, I just grew up in oilfield country where chain is king. ;D It was my understanding that tow straps are lighter and easier to carry in the rig. I don't mean to sound obtuse, but why would you not feel confortable being towed by a chain? I wonder if anyone has done a chain vs 'tow strap' study??
Straps wear out over time and should be replaced, chains (if taken care of) last longer than my jeep probally will ::)
The greatest benefit to looped straps is they stay connected to the rig better and are more 'paint friendly' I'm not trying to argue to prove anything... I am just interested in the WHY. I plan on buying a strap because I can get more length and can store it better. But for a good old tug... i like my chain.
searching now for chain vs strap ;)
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