Do Snatch Straps Degrade Over Time???
Submitted: Monday, Jul 18, 2005 at 06:30
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Moggs
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Just wondering if anyone knows whether a snatch strap will degrade over the years??? Was thinking that they probably would if stored due to the nylon / elastic (whatever is in them) becoming brittle with age. If they do, would tree trunk / equaliser / winch extension straps also degrade?
I pulled a Just Straps Snatch Strap out of the recovery bag yesterday only to find that the end of a shackle had worn a hole almost through the strap - my own fault - too much stuff rammed into a small canvas bag - will have to get a new strap and probably a better recovery bag - have seen the ARB ripstop vinyl ones and they look good.
Anyway, does anyone know if there is a right time to replace a snatch strap, whether used or not??
Reply By: Well 55 - Monday, Jul 18, 2005 at 07:40
Monday, Jul 18, 2005 at 07:40
G'day Moggs, as long as straps are stored clean and dry, I don't see any reason for them to degrade.
I have straps that are over 10 years old and still appear to be in good condition.
I think the main thing to do is inspect them after use to determin if there are any abrasions etc, and if so replace. As for TTP and Extension straps,
mine are the same age as above and are still in good order, same inspection after use applies.
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