What did you do to your AT4 today?

pinebaron · Sep 14, 2024

gemarsh said:
Get a soft shackle that is rated double for your trucks weight at minimum.

I think the above will more than cover it.

gemarsh · Sep 14, 2024

pinebaron said:
I think the above will more than cover it.

Oh hell yeah, I didn't see the specs. I run ½" on the trucks also.

Viking Truck · Sep 14, 2024

Soft shackle and aluminum snatch block from Tactical Recovery Equipment.

pinebaron · Sep 15, 2024

The only thing not yet ordered is a Factor 55 pulley. Being a noob at using the new winch, I want to see how good the snatch block is. As stated earlier, I think I've covered most situations with the gear I ordered. I'm theoretically learning how to use the front winch and snatch block etc. to help get oneself or another out of trouble.

Johnv76 · Sep 18, 2024

Rough Country rear air bags with cradel kit installed.

pinebaron · Sep 18, 2024

pinebaron said:
Ordered the following

Mega Duty Tree Saver / Winch Extension Strap 4" x 10' | 45,076 lbs Minimum Breaking Strength

Mega Shackles ® - Black (2PK) | Forged Carbon Steel | 68,000 lbs MBS (16,000 lbs WLL) | Off-Road Recovery Anchor Points × 2 (for front and rear)

ULTRA Snatch Block Pulley Black | 20T MBS (Aluminum) | Best for Synthetic Winch Rope and Soft Shackles

Already had the following:

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Shackle pin is like 7/8" while the towhook hole is 1 1/8". Additionally the shackle mounting width is less than towhook width 1 3/10" aka at least 1 1/8" . Is this specific to the AEV or it is standard on 2500 AT4X. I may need shackles with a 1" pin and somewhat wider mounting width. Experts, please chime in; which shackles do I need here?

Johnv76 · Sep 18, 2024

pinebaron said:
Shackle pin is like 7/8" while the towhook hole is 1 1/8". Additionally the shackle mounting width is less than towhook width 1 3/10" aka at least 1 1/8" . Is this specific to the AEV or it is standard on 2500 AT4X. I may need shackles with a 1" pin and somewhat wider mounting width. Experts, please chime in; which shackles do I need here?

AEV stated the towhooks were designed for soft Shackles. However I went with these and they fit nicely. Unsure if the measurements are different from the 1500 vs the 2500. I still have soft shakles, kinetic recovery ropes, and additional hard shackles if needed. If you want, I can give you a list of what i have packed out, and experience using.

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pinebaron · Sep 18, 2024

Johnv76 said:
AEV stated the towhooks were designed for soft Shackles. However I went with these and they fit nicely. Unsure if the measurements are different from the 1500 vs the 2500. I still have soft shakles, kinetic recovery ropes, and additional hard shackles if needed. If you want, I can give you a list of what i have packed out, and experience using.

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Yes please, send me a list of what you have packed and experience using. You can send info here or message me.

I think you would have a 7/8" pin which is same size as one I received from Gear America, it would be very loose in my AEV which 'may' have a larger tow hook size. I'm waiting to hear from Bookendemo who has same truck as mine. I'm no expert on this stuff.

Johnv76 · Sep 18, 2024

pinebaron said:
Yes please, send me a list of what you have packed and experience using. You can send info here or message me.

I think you would have a 7/8" pin which is same size as one I received from Gear America, it would be very loose in my AEV which 'may' have a larger tow hook size. I'm waiting to hear from Bookendemo who has same truck as mine. I'm no expert on this stuff.

Did your shackles come with isolator? The isolaters help keep the shackles stiff on the bumper mount, and also keep them quiet so the don't rattle around. I'll send you a private message with that list.