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Recovery kit
Hey guys I've written a similar request on the blue forum, maybe here I can get more immediate help. I am planning to install a winch with the DeMello bumper and...
"I was looking for a good "recovery kit". Basically it should consist of a couple of D-shackles, tree saver, tow strap, a pulley block, a bag, maybe a chain to anchor on rocks.
Any good deal around?"
bye, thank you
Alessio
"I was looking for a good "recovery kit". Basically it should consist of a couple of D-shackles, tree saver, tow strap, a pulley block, a bag, maybe a chain to anchor on rocks.
Any good deal around?"
bye, thank you
Alessio
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Permalink Reply by cypilk on
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Something like this?
http://www.wildhorses4x4.com/product/ARB_Extreme_Recovery_Kit/Recov...
You can find cheaper deals somewhere else, but if you want it now, it's there for ya!
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Permalink Reply by opg4759 on
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I would check out Recovery Gear dot com Their ultimate recovery bag is what I would recommend that you should have with you.
Kit includes:
One 3" x 30' Recovery Strap
One 3" x 10' Tree Protector Strap
Four 3/4" galv. SPA Shackles
One Positive Lock Cable Hook (swivel) RGPLCHS
* 3/8" winch cable or thimbled eye requires part # RGFK38
Choice of one: Scissors Snatch Block
(Or 5" Locking Snatch Block)
One 3/8" x 50' galv. extension cable
One pair premium double faced gloves
One large size heavy-duty multi pocket gear bag
3/8" x 10' Transport Chain with Grab Hooks (not pictured)
It's a little more pricey then the ARB, but it's everything that you should ever need.
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Permalink Reply by manoweb on
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Well that site is very interesting indeed and quite pricey too :) At least it seems they ship from Oregon
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Permalink Reply by Romanski on
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you can piece one together yourself and it will be less expensive, that's what I did. I didn't care if my gloves had a "Warn" or "ARB" logo on them. Just a suggestion.
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Well I actually prefer *not* to have logos. For example, I waited more than one month on top of the normal waiting period to have the DeMello bumper without the DO logo.
So, where would you buy this stuff, one piece at a time? I mean... shops? Websites? Ebay maybe?
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Totally with you on the logo thing.
I spent about $240 on my recovery gear most of the cost came from Hi-Lift not usually mentioned in recovery gear but I think it should be part of the kit. I have a nice tool box that everything goes int0(except the Hi-Lift) and I can move between the FJ Cruiser and FJ40 depending which we take out.
My kit (x2 3/4" shackles, x2 28k pulley/snach blocks, 1 28.5k lb 30' extraction strap, 1 16k lb 30' extraction strap, 10' 3" tree saver, 48" Hi-Lift, Hi-Lift base, x2 pr gloves, x1 blanket, folding spade, small axe with tree saw (fits in handle).
I was gonna just give you all the store names that I got stoff from but come to think of it, I would get everything at 4 wheel parts. I get emails and promotion from the all the time and they do have great deals these days that match and beat others. They're located in Oakland if you're in the bay area.
Some advice from personal experience
1. I personally stay away from anything that has attached hooks because hooks can become a 3lb projectile if not attached right. You can get a hook/shackle if you do think you'll need a hook.
2. Although I do have a 28500lb rated 3" strap, it is not ideal for extraction for an FJ Cruiser. It barely stretches and is less effective then my 16k lb strap. I use it as a backup or for towing. I like the straps with the leather eyes because they're easier to get into tight towing points or bow shackles. All my straps are procomp 2" or 3" which have been proven to be dependable and less expensive. Longer straps are always better and if you don't need the length you can always double up the strap.
If you have a winch or plan on getting one, you should also get at least one pulley/snatch block.
I'm spent... but that's my .02 from personal experience.... Ohhh yeh, make sure no matter how much you want to get the %^%#@ out, make sure you check that you have all your extraction gear back in the truck before leaving! :)
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Permalink Reply by 5AND5TORM on
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there is also a 4 wheel parts in San Jose...
http://www.4wheelparts.com/stores/StoreLocator.aspx
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Permalink Reply by GRM on
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Its more than a recovery kit, but here is my check off list I use before a trip. I need to look it over a few more times for edits before I post it on my website as a pdf check list.
Also should be mentioned: a 3" strap is too big for an FJ, you need a 2".
When I need new gear, I call expedition exchange, or Polyperformance. Yes, I did mention gloves 4 times.
Zip Ties
Random Nuts, Bolts, and Screws (I keep these in an ammo Can)
---->Including Driveshaft Bolts, Knuckle Studs, Cone Washers, Body Bolts, etc.
2 Pieces of Hard Brake Line
Various Pieces of Wire
Misc. Wire Connectors
Ratchet Straps
Bailing Wire
Flashlight
Roll of Shop Towels
Garbage Bags
Jumper Cables
Bottle Jack
Spare Tire
Leather Gloves
Jacket or Blanket
Gas Stove
Propane
Razor Blades
Safety Glasses
Small Welding Mask
Toilet Paper
Poo Bucket
Hose Clamps
Food
Sun Screen
Drop Light/Extension Cord
Power Tank
Ready Welder
CB Radio
Pair of FM Radios
1000 Watt Power Inverter
Hand Grinder with cut of wheels/grinding wheels and eye protection
Hammer
Brass Drifts
Breaker Bar
2 1/4" Socket
Vice Grips
Needle Nose Pliers
Large C Clamp
Wire Crimpier
Leatherman
Crescent Wrench
8,10,12,14, 17,19,21 MM sockets and wrenches
1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4,
13/16, 7/8, 15/16, 1, 1 1/16, 1 1/8 Sockets and wrenches
1/4" Ratchet
3/8" Ratchet
1/4"-3/4" Socket Adapters
Snap Ring pliers
Screw Drivers
Small Flat Head Screwdriver for cone washers
Socket Extensions
Channel Locks
Pickle Fork
Misc. Allen Wrenches, open end, and sockets
Folding Shovel
Pry Bars
(Fluids are Kept in an Ammo Can, in case of Leaks)
ATF (if auto, otherwise power steering fluid)
Brake Fluid
3 quarts Oil
2 gallons Drinking Water
2.5 Gal Tap Water
Spout to pour Gear Oil
Ultra Black RTV
Tire Plugs
Locktite
fire extinguisher
Bearing Grease (also ok to pre-grease spare bearings)
Epoxy Putty
Rescue Tape
gurella tape (not duct tape
Armor All Orange Cleaning Wipes
Small Container of Fast Orange hand cleaner
Test Light or Multimeter
Spare Inner Shafts
Bellfield
1 Rear Axle Shaft
Steering Knuckle
Hub
10mm Male and Female Brake Line Plugs
Spring Bushings
Driveshaft U-Joint, Or Spare Driveshaft
Spring Clamps
Transfer Case output Shaft
Knuckle and Wheel Bearings
Tie Rod Ends
2' Section of 3/8" Plate
2' Section of 2x2x.120 Square Tubing
2" Recovery Strap
4 3/4" Screw Pin D-Shackles
Tree Saver
Hi-Lift winch kit
Length of 3/8" chain with grab hooks at both ends
Gloves
Spare Gloves
Gloves for my buddy
Work Gloves
Hi-lift Jack with Maasdam top clamp
ARB tire deflater
Hi-lift wheel adapter
Tarp
Reciever shackle bracket
50' (NOT 25') of winch extension line
hitch pin
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Permalink Reply by Bozly on
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Wow! Sounds more like your setting up a shop than goin' wheelin' but you'd be da man to be with on the trail if anything went wrong.
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Permalink Reply by potatomutato on
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great list!
i like Expedition Exchange. nice guys and great stuff. extra sets of gloves are a good idea. i always have a pair ready for whoever is riding shotgun and i always carry a pair with me whenever i am out of the cabin. i also carry various repair kits (e.g. hoses, tires, lights, etc.) as well as oil absorbent towels in case of an oil leak.
as far as extra parts (e.g. tie rods, etc.) go, i will admit we don't have enough...yet. we talked about this last year and decided to make a concerted effort to make sure everyone carries a spare "something" on trail runs at the very least.
i highly recommend that everyone who plans to go on trail runs packs (in addition to your own gloves, recovery strap and shackles) a few of the items above. going on trail runs expecting everyone else to have stuff to save you is not a wise decision. and if you don't have anything, just mention it during the trail run planning sessions so it is accounted for.
and last, but not least, i recommend basic first aid knowledge. i need to be re-certified for CPR (one year overdue) and know basic sling, support and patch up techniques, but it doesn't help anyone if i am one of the guys down. in terms of CPR and basic first aid training, i am still researching potential discounts for group classes for us.
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Permalink Reply by Bz on
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I was a lifeguard for 5 years out of date on all my certs. and would very much like to renew although once you've learned the technique the only thing that I've seen change lately is the ratio chest of compressions to breaths, last time I re-certified it was 10:2. As far as first aid Boy Scouts and tons of Bz moments is where I learned the most =)
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it has also gone from 15:2 to the current standard 30:2 to even talk about no breaths, although that has been widely debated. i also carry rubber mouth dams and gloves wherever i go.
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