Great video! I'm using Miolle Tow strap, I keep it in my truck, have not even used it for myself. Drove past a woman with car stuck deeply down in a ditch, with one wheel not even touching the ground. Pulled out this tow strap, connected one of the horseshoe connectors to her car, then the other side to my tow hitch and pulled her out in about 10 minutes. She was amazed. Great product, would not be without it in my truck.
I spent about 10 minutes reading though your comments and I just wanted to say that your response to the most critical of comments is admirable....mostly in a "kill 'em with kindness" sort of way. The negativity some of the people criticizing a simple video is crazy. That said...I never though about using the hitch pin to attach a strap. I honestly can't believe that I didn't think of that myself. Thanks.
I appreciate your kind words. I try .you become with people that cut me down to be nice. I appreciate your kindness means a lot. Thanks for commenting and watching
I have 2 tow hooks on the back of my Wrangler already, where I was just about to purchase a rear hitch receiver with the D-Ring attachment like you showed, just to have a rear center pull option. It never dawned on me, to just use the hitch pin and put it the pin through the strap instead. So simple it's brilliant, and one less thing I need to keep inside my Jeep if I had gone with the D-ring receiver option. Thanks for making me feel dumb for not thinking of that myself. :D
rednroll1 word of advice, hitch pins have been know to bend when used in this way. So keep that in mind. If you have no better options you could do this but there is risk to it.
with that set up in the front you may wanna have a carpet knife handy after towing anything to cut the strap since it will be impossible to untie it with your hand..trust me ..biggest rookie mistake
You shouldn't tie a strap. That's what the loops are for. Use a shackle/D-ring and a strap rated for the lbs. you'll be pulling/lifting. There's ratings for shackles aswell
Thanks Marshal, I see your two truck is on, dead center, but the truck you are pulling is off center. Does that matter, especially if you are yanking it out of mud, or snow?
I appreciate you taking the time to explain everything. Just got a 4Runner and always wondered how the straps should be used properly. Seems like it would be a hassle getting the strap to unwind after you tie it like you did in the first example especially if it's wet and cold so I think I'm going to have to invest in some bow shackles as well.
Good video, not sure I ever saw anyone use the hitch pin through the loop end of a strap before. Good idea. On the front shackle, when you loop one end of the strap through the shackle then through the loop at the other end, that method should only be used if you absolutely cannot open the shackle and have no other way to attach the loop (no additional shackles or hooks available). The reason I say this is the way you did it will cause the strap to tighten down on itself as you pull a heavy load like when pulling another truck. I've had it happen. It is a huge pain to get the strap un-looped from the shackle afterwards when the over lapped layers of strap tighten down on itself. Nothing worse than being stuck on side of the road picking at the strap with a screw driver after you've pulled someone else out and you can't drive off because you'll have 20 feet of strap trailing under and behind your vehicle.
Ed J that’s why you can rull up a news paper or magazine like a burrito and stick it in the knot right before it tightens. Once your done recovering just wiggle the magazine out and boom, your strap is ready to be put away. I’ve done this millions of times. Might just upload a video of it since many people never tried it before
i was wondering how no one had commented that. all these rookies saying thank ima try that...NO, unless you got that screw driver and half an hour to get that pinched strap loose. good call on the magazine, grass, stick, trick. should have been included in the video.
I have a chevy trailblazer with the 4.2 i6 and I just got a tow strap for it especially since I live in north western pa I could pull people out of ditches unless its a semi or something like that
If you can use a kinetic recovery rope instead this way is made for towing and light recovery and with a heavy truck or 4x4 you can snap it and a recovery rope will snatch whatever you want out. Good video and thank you
Thanks so much for your information. I use the Rhino USA recovery strap now. Thanks again. Thanks for commenting and watching. Thanks for your kindness
Thanks so much for commenting and watching. I would use the d-ring shackle over the hitch pin. Hitch pin if you have nothing else. Be careful out there
They are called Shackles....Clevis' s are strait shaft...Shackles have a dogleg...both are screw pins ...take it all the way in , then back it off a turn ,so it dont foul...The choker strap has an eye on each end to run the whip line through....Good job ,Rigging.
Don't you have to hook up front of one vehicle and back of another when you do that? What about finessing the brakes while you're moving the vehicle, Etc?
Somehow I can't picture this in my head with your loop technique. I know how you attached it on the front, but then how do you loop through on the other end of the rope that attaches to the bracket of the towing truck?
You will need a d-ring or loop the like I did in the front then put it through the d-ring like put on the back. U put a d-ring through the loop and hook to the factory tow ring in front of your truck. Hope that helps you out. Thanks for stopping by to comment
Gear America has kinetic recovery ropes they are more expensive than straps and they are better and less hazardous and of course you can find ones that work from China on Amazon and Harbor Freight sells recovery stuff as well…
A recovery strap should be a kinetic product that stretches >10% and a tow strap should not elongate, much like a lifting strap. For recovery, a Bubba Rope, or kinetic product is the right choice. Also, soft shackles are much stronger than forged steel shackles and much safer. But trying to spend your money for you, but kinetic ropes won't damage tire r hooks and shackles due to their lack of such a jerking force on both vehicles.
As a filmmaker in LA ill give you an idea for your next video setup. Place the camera where your buddy might stand to watch you do this activity. He wouldn’t stand behind you, he’d stand facing you and what you’re doing. So you turn out a little and put the camera at an angle to you. Check out one or two education videos that are shot well and just copy their setup. Easy to do and makes your stuff look like a pro shot it.
Absolutely great information and very informative. I suggest a vid not by highway traffic, and shortening the video to the most pertinent of info, but thank you so much for "showing me the ropes." ❤️
Gotta be careful when hooking that strap to just the receiver pin.... It is very possible to cut a strap if pulling on an angle . And for the New Guys/ Gals , never, ever, ever hook a tow strap,rope, line, cable to the ball Hitch!!! It will break off , and cause Serious damage, injury or kill someone. Last but not least, a Tow strap is not a snatch strap!! Please learn proper recovery and towing knowledge ..... God Bless ..
I have watched my video so many times. I don't know why u can not figure out what I am doing. Have alot people say they can see what I am doing. Sorry I didn't help you with the video. Thanks for commenting and watching
@@marshallhurt8814 I'm sure, just saying for future reference, before doing videos/ reviews everyone should do a mic check; also have situational awareness. I don't do videos she take it with a grain of salt.
@@marshallhurt8814 I didn't intend to be overly negative. The purpose of the video is to show how something is done. Camera position is crucial to allow the viewer to see what is being done. No question it takes extra time and experimentation to get the camera set up properly, but the whole purpose of the video is to show what is being done and attract more viewers to come back. I wish you nothing but success.
Cheaper to buy your own straps, hooks, shackles, clevis etc... It's equipment you can use multiple times instead of sitting around waiting on a tow truck just to pay them $$. This equipment is great to get yourself out of being stuck with a basic come-along hand winch when off-roading, or to get others out of a ditch or snow-bank. I've pulled people out with my truck and had them want to pay me for it because they know I saved them a ton of money over a tow truck. Anyone can own a truck, but it's capable of way more than towing and hauling.
"Good to go" in the rear if you like projectiles killing you or others around. They make hitches and shackles for a reason. Safety first sir... what you're doing is not safe.
@@marshallhurt8814 What I mean by unsafe is this: The strap + pin combo in the rear can produce dangerous results depending on timing and circumstances. The square edges of the hitch receiver WILL damage your strap if it is not pulling perfectly in line, which we know is almost never the case when conducting a recovery operation. The damage to the strap can be fairly quick or over time. Regardless, it's damaging your equipment and poses a safety issue. If the strap breaks it can lash back at high speeds. The strap CAN have extreme forces acting on it and storing kinetic energy which can injure. The pin can be really high end or total crap depending on which one you have, what it's made from, etc. IF it breaks, it can slingshot metal at high speeds. There are MANY cases where people have died from improper towing, recovery, etc. I'm not trying to hammer you bud, just saying it's better to spend the extra 30 bucks for the right hitch and shackle so no one gets hurt. I also don't want someone watching the video and thinking the pin + strap combo is a reasonable and safe way to use their recovery strap...
I use the shackle set up in the rear. I was just saying if u don't have it that u could use the pin. Not saying it is the best way, but if didn't have a shackle set up for your hitch.
@@marshallhurt8814 Totally works if no other options are available. You didn't upset me... not sure what gives that impression, perhaps it was the sarcasm... was just trying to help out. Keep up the good work on your videos bud. Have a Nice New Years.
As a first time I truck owner I found this very helpful. Thank you for the great video.
Thanks so much, means a lot!Hope you enjoy your truck!
Great video! I'm using Miolle Tow strap, I keep it in my truck, have not even used it for myself. Drove past a woman with car stuck deeply down in a ditch, with one wheel not even touching the ground. Pulled out this tow strap, connected one of the horseshoe connectors to her car, then the other side to my tow hitch and pulled her out in about 10 minutes. She was amazed. Great product, would not be without it in my truck.
I spent about 10 minutes reading though your comments and I just wanted to say that your response to the most critical of comments is admirable....mostly in a "kill 'em with kindness" sort of way. The negativity some of the people criticizing a simple video is crazy.
That said...I never though about using the hitch pin to attach a strap. I honestly can't believe that I didn't think of that myself. Thanks.
I appreciate your kind words. I try .you become with people that cut me down to be nice. I appreciate your kindness means a lot. Thanks for commenting and watching
I have 2 tow hooks on the back of my Wrangler already, where I was just about to purchase a rear hitch receiver with the D-Ring attachment like you showed, just to have a rear center pull option. It never dawned on me, to just use the hitch pin and put it the pin through the strap instead. So simple it's brilliant, and one less thing I need to keep inside my Jeep if I had gone with the D-ring receiver option. Thanks for making me feel dumb for not thinking of that myself. :D
rednroll1 word of advice, hitch pins have been know to bend when used in this way. So keep that in mind. If you have no better options you could do this but there is risk to it.
@@Alpha_Donk Ive bent a pin like this. Use a rated grade 5 or 8 bolt with a nut.
with that set up in the front you may wanna have a carpet knife handy after towing anything to cut the strap since it will be impossible to untie it with your hand..trust me ..biggest rookie mistake
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@@steak8278 Use a D-Ring
You shouldn't tie a strap. That's what the loops are for. Use a shackle/D-ring and a strap rated for the lbs. you'll be pulling/lifting. There's ratings for shackles aswell
@@zedwpd Thanks for your info. I have a d-ring on there now. Thanks for commenting and watching
@@edcko10 Thanks for your info. I appreciate it. I have a d-ring on there now. Thanks for commenting and watching
Nice video. Thanks! How was the anchor attached to the hitch again? Was it through the pin hole only?
Thanks Marshal, I see your two truck is on, dead center, but the truck you are pulling is off center. Does that matter, especially if you are yanking it out of mud, or snow?
I like how you build all the way up and then actually show it in use.
I appreciate you taking the time to explain everything. Just got a 4Runner and always wondered how the straps should be used properly. Seems like it would be a hassle getting the strap to unwind after you tie it like you did in the first example especially if it's wet and cold so I think I'm going to have to invest in some bow shackles as well.
Average 4 runner owner
Good video, not sure I ever saw anyone use the hitch pin through the loop end of a strap before. Good idea.
On the front shackle, when you loop one end of the strap through the shackle then through the loop at the other end, that method should only be used if you absolutely cannot open the shackle and have no other way to attach the loop (no additional shackles or hooks available). The reason I say this is the way you did it will cause the strap to tighten down on itself as you pull a heavy load like when pulling another truck. I've had it happen. It is a huge pain to get the strap un-looped from the shackle afterwards when the over lapped layers of strap tighten down on itself. Nothing worse than being stuck on side of the road picking at the strap with a screw driver after you've pulled someone else out and you can't drive off because you'll have 20 feet of strap trailing under and behind your vehicle.
Ed J that’s why you can rull up a news paper or magazine like a burrito and stick it in the knot right before it tightens. Once your done recovering just wiggle the magazine out and boom, your strap is ready to be put away. I’ve done this millions of times. Might just upload a video of it since many people never tried it before
i was wondering how no one had commented that. all these rookies saying thank ima try that...NO, unless you got that screw driver and half an hour to get that pinched strap loose. good call on the magazine, grass, stick, trick. should have been included in the video.
If you have a truck you should have a tow strap just in case, that's for sure.
3D Outdoors Thanks!You are right 👍
If you own a Jeep you would definitely need a tow point! Jimmy
Can’t agree more!👍
Thanks, answered a lot of my questions👍
Christian Penno Welcome, thanks for watching and commenting!
I have a chevy trailblazer with the 4.2 i6 and I just got a tow strap for it especially since I live in north western pa I could pull people out of ditches unless its a semi or something like that
own a kia soul with a 2 inch hitch. I never thought to use the pin and straps. great idea.
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Informative as always nice truck.
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awesome vid! thanks for the continued support brother!
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Good video, thanks for making it.
Thanks I appreciate it, means a lot!I hope to make another one soon!I want to film it alitte different. Do better camera footage of it!Thanks again
Push strap loop through Clevis and then insert short bar through loop and pull it tight. Much quicker and easier.
If you can use a kinetic recovery rope instead this way is made for towing and light recovery and with a heavy truck or 4x4 you can snap it and a recovery rope will snatch whatever you want out. Good video and thank you
Thanks so much for your information. I use the Rhino USA recovery strap now. Thanks again. Thanks for commenting and watching. Thanks for your kindness
looks great!
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That was exactly what I needed. Thanks bud.
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Nice ride man.
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Would it be safe to hook something up to the little loops on both sides of the hitch or no?
I wouldn't hook anything on those in less it's a trailer chain!
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You will bend them of you pull hard enough.
Use the hitch pin… wow what a great idea. Thank you.
Thanks so much for commenting and watching. I would use the d-ring shackle over the hitch pin. Hitch pin if you have nothing else. Be careful out there
They are called Shackles....Clevis' s are strait shaft...Shackles have a dogleg...both are screw pins ...take it all the way in , then back it off a turn ,so it dont foul...The choker strap has an eye on each end to run the whip line through....Good job ,Rigging.
Thanks so much!
Well Done!
Keifers Reel Planet Bass Thanks man!
You got a sharp truck man!
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Brilliant!
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That front setup will not come undone without a knife if you put some force on it...been there done that.
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Don't you have to hook up front of one vehicle and back of another when you do that? What about finessing the brakes while you're moving the vehicle, Etc?
I was just show whys you can tow or recover your car or truck. With using the front or back of your truck. That's all I was showing
Look up a tow strap dog bone. It might save you some more time doing a recovery
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Somehow I can't picture this in my head with your loop technique. I know how you attached it on the front, but then how do you loop through on the other end of the rope that attaches to the bracket of the towing truck?
You will need a d-ring or loop the like I did in the front then put it through the d-ring like put on the back. U put a d-ring through the loop and hook to the factory tow ring in front of your truck. Hope that helps you out. Thanks for stopping by to comment
Gear America has kinetic recovery ropes they are more expensive than straps and they are better and less hazardous and of course you can find ones that work from China on Amazon and Harbor Freight sells recovery stuff as well…
Thanks so much for your information. I am use Rhino USA recovery strap now. Thanks again. Thanks for commenting and watching
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A recovery strap should be a kinetic product that stretches >10% and a tow strap should not elongate, much like a lifting strap.
For recovery, a Bubba Rope, or kinetic product is the right choice.
Also, soft shackles are much stronger than forged steel shackles and much safer.
But trying to spend your money for you, but kinetic ropes won't damage tire r hooks and shackles due to their lack of such a jerking force on both vehicles.
Dr. Mark in Texas Thanks for your info!I appreciate you stop by to comment.
Dr. Mark in Texas soft shackles are not stronger but they are safer
Thanks bud, lets hope I don't have to use it lol
Welcome, thanks so much!
How long a tow strap do y'all recommend for towing?
Google says 20 to 30 ft.. That seems very long
20 should be good for towing
Most tow straps aren’t really tow straps, they’re rescue straps. If you’re rescuing a vehicle down in a ditch that extra length will come in handy.
@@jamesburton691 I have both 20 ,30
Why cover your license plate ? Don’t people see it every day when your driving ? Just curious thanks
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Drag some stuff around :)
Realistic Fishing Yeah buddy!!👍
Realistic Fishing Thanks buddy!!
Be handy if you if weren’t in the way of the camera
Shaun Gilmartin Hard to film and do it too, thanks for kind comment!
As a filmmaker in LA ill give you an idea for your next video setup. Place the camera where your buddy might stand to watch you do this activity. He wouldn’t stand behind you, he’d stand facing you and what you’re doing. So you turn out a little and put the camera at an angle to you. Check out one or two education videos that are shot well and just copy their setup. Easy to do and makes your stuff look like a pro shot it.
Is that your house it has a nice color
Mike Haile Yes it is.Thanks!
A SOB keeps parking in my paid parking spot. I have a truck and next time I’ll move his car out in the street. Just need these straps.
Absolutely great information and very informative. I suggest a vid not by highway traffic, and shortening the video to the most pertinent of info, but thank you so much for "showing me the ropes." ❤️
Welcome. Thanks so much my commenting and watching. I appreciate your kindness and information
I get the pun strap it on
What if the back only has a factory tow loop:(
What kind of vehicle do you have
@@marshallhurt8814 2004 highlander v6 awd
Next time you might want to place the camera off to the side so we can see what you are doing.
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That’s not a recovery strap that’s a tow strap. Much less effective and much more dangerous...
It says recovery when I bought it. I have a better recovery strap now. Thank you for watching
Dangerous
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Gotta be careful when hooking that strap to just the receiver pin.... It is very possible to cut a strap if pulling on an angle . And for the New Guys/ Gals , never, ever, ever hook a tow strap,rope, line, cable to the ball Hitch!!! It will break off , and cause Serious damage, injury or kill someone. Last but not least, a Tow strap is not a snatch strap!! Please learn proper recovery and towing knowledge ..... God Bless ..
Thanks so much for your knowledge bro. I appreciate your comment and watching. God bless
@@marshallhurt8814 Most welcome My Friend...have fun, stay safe
Would be nice to be able to see what you did and not just see your back side
I have watched my video so many times. I don't know why u can not figure out what I am doing. Have alot people say they can see what I am doing. Sorry I didn't help you with the video. Thanks for commenting and watching
Is this a what NOT to do video?
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You need a better mic
I was using the mic on the camera. I have a external mic now,but not in this video
@@marshallhurt8814 I'm sure, just saying for future reference, before doing videos/ reviews everyone should do a mic check; also have situational awareness. I don't do videos she take it with a grain of salt.
I can't see through your knee,
Thanks for your kind words
@@marshallhurt8814 I didn't intend to be overly negative. The purpose of the video is to show how something is done. Camera position is crucial to allow the viewer to see what is being done. No question it takes extra time and experimentation to get the camera set up properly, but the whole purpose of the video is to show what is being done and attract more viewers to come back. I wish you nothing but success.
Why not just use a tow truck?
Aaron badboyflexxer That would one way too,thanks for stopping by to comment
Cheaper to buy your own straps, hooks, shackles, clevis etc... It's equipment you can use multiple times instead of sitting around waiting on a tow truck just to pay them $$. This equipment is great to get yourself out of being stuck with a basic come-along hand winch when off-roading, or to get others out of a ditch or snow-bank. I've pulled people out with my truck and had them want to pay me for it because they know I saved them a ton of money over a tow truck. Anyone can own a truck, but it's capable of way more than towing and hauling.
Are you joking with that question? I hope so. lol
"Good to go" in the rear if you like projectiles killing you or others around. They make hitches and shackles for a reason. Safety first sir... what you're doing is not safe.
Thanks so much for caring comment. I appreciate it. Don't know what u are talking about that's not safe ,its ok. Thanks for watching
@@marshallhurt8814 What I mean by unsafe is this: The strap + pin combo in the rear can produce dangerous results depending on timing and circumstances. The square edges of the hitch receiver WILL damage your strap if it is not pulling perfectly in line, which we know is almost never the case when conducting a recovery operation. The damage to the strap can be fairly quick or over time. Regardless, it's damaging your equipment and poses a safety issue. If the strap breaks it can lash back at high speeds. The strap CAN have extreme forces acting on it and storing kinetic energy which can injure. The pin can be really high end or total crap depending on which one you have, what it's made from, etc. IF it breaks, it can slingshot metal at high speeds. There are MANY cases where people have died from improper towing, recovery, etc. I'm not trying to hammer you bud, just saying it's better to spend the extra 30 bucks for the right hitch and shackle so no one gets hurt. I also don't want someone watching the video and thinking the pin + strap combo is a reasonable and safe way to use their recovery strap...
I use the shackle set up in the rear. I was just saying if u don't have it that u could use the pin. Not saying it is the best way, but if didn't have a shackle set up for your hitch.
If you watch the video I say that. I am sorry to upset you with my video. Thanks for your comment and watching
@@marshallhurt8814 Totally works if no other options are available. You didn't upset me... not sure what gives that impression, perhaps it was the sarcasm... was just trying to help out. Keep up the good work on your videos bud. Have a Nice New Years.
Get a real truck!
Thanks so much for your kind comment👍
Can't see what you're doing. Get out of the way.
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You got a sharp truck man!
Fat Bassin' Thanks bro!