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Vehicle Recovery Techniques
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Every off-roader gets stuck. It's going to happen, and you may as well know as much
as you can to prepare yourself. This section deals with vehicle recovery techniques,
equipment, and, because of the inherent risk of damage to property and personal injury,
lists some safety issues. The reference section provides additional
theory on winching not included here.
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Snatch Ropes are a powerful recovery aid that use an elastic-band effect
to help get you unstuck.
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While generally unhelpful, chains and cables do have limited use when
winching and towing.
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Aside from the obvious towning benefits, this article shows you how to
construct a rope pulley when no-one is around to help you.
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Hi-lift Jacks are rugged, versatile jacks that allow you to lift a
vehicle out of ruts and ditches or to winch it over an obstacle.
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Winches are versatile self-help tools, both for pulling loads and
for vehicle recovery.
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Pulley Blocks can double your winch's power, and allow you to change
the angle and direction of your pull.
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© 1998-2013 Martin Wittenburg and Michael Wittenburg. All rights reserved.
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