front recovery points

Hi there Johno, changing subject slightly you say "allow for an even pull using a "Y" chain configuration during recoverys". I have been told not to do this as it pulls the chassis rails towards each other. Is this comment a fair one or is it some one talking out there ar#se. I have been pulled out a few times in the old lux,mud etc and did have two front rated hooks one either side but only ever used one at a time.Who ever had it before me must have been pulled out BUT they must have done it via the bullbar and I would say via a Y configuration as the two lower holes at the point of the steel arb bar were slightly twisted indicating this to me. They obviously didnt no not to recover from the bull bar instead of recovery points. I have also fitted 2 to the front of the prado. Whats your thoughts on this. Regards Steve M

Using a bridle ("y" configuration) is recommended to provide an even pull to both sides of the chassis. This is particularly important for severe snatching loads. I normally use a rated nylon bridle rather than chain. As long as the "legs" of the bridle are long enough (the longer they are, the straighter the pull), you will not damage the chassis. Also, DO NOT loop the strap (or chain) from one recovery point, across to the adjacent one as the force applied during the recovery will "squeeze" the chassis rails together - go from each recovery point directly to the main recovery strap.
Hope that makes sense.
Cheers
Gerry

Thanks Gerry. Might go and get myself a bridle and as you have mentioned make sure it is of reasonable length. Would some thing like this be available from either ARB or TJM or is this some thing I would have to get made up ?? The latter I would think not as it wouldnt be rated.Regards Steve M

Stephen M the post from GerryP is correct, however I use a chain and find them quite Ok.
Good Luck

Stephen M, I got mine from Futura (now Gasweld I think), however, Nobles would have them also. Nobles would also be able to help with rated drag chains as well if that is your preference.
Cheers
Gerry