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lifestyle:traction [2018/05/09 19:46] frater_secessus [tire pressure] |
lifestyle:traction [2021/12/19 06:40] princess_fluffypants [tires] |
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- | ===== differentials | + | ===== Differentials |
The usual type of stock differential is an **open differential**, | The usual type of stock differential is an **open differential**, | ||
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- | ===== tires ===== | + | ===== Tires ===== |
Tires on the drive axles can make a major difference on a vehicle' | Tires on the drive axles can make a major difference on a vehicle' | ||
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- | ==== tow strap ==== | + | ==== snatch |
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+ | A snatch strap is a nylon strap that has some stretch in it. Not only does this greatly reduce the violence of pulling someone out, but it also allows the rescue vehicle to get keep forward momentum when the strap pulls tight. | ||
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+ | Before you get stuck: | ||
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+ | * choose straps that have loops on the end, **not hooks** | ||
+ | * buy clevises that fit your recovery points and the strap loop. Test fitment ahead of time. | ||
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+ | When you are stuck: | ||
+ | * attach to tow/ | ||
+ | [[https:// | ||
+ | * the stuck vehicle should " | ||
+ | * the towing vehicle should get some momentum going, but it does not require wide open throttle or other violent approaches. | ||
==== come-along ==== | ==== come-along ==== | ||
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==== mats ==== | ==== mats ==== | ||
+ | Recovery Mats/Boards such as [[https:// | ||
==== grabbers ==== | ==== grabbers ==== | ||