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This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 10:16 am
by Paul#25
This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.
Have a look at the link and decide if you agree or not.
https://mr4x4.com.au/tow-dawg-no/?utm_s ... ter+%23223

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 10:40 am
by KurtG
Yes, it’s terrible. I won’t buy one.

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 11:31 am
by Panda
I can think of a few red caps that i would definitely sell these to.

Can not believe that people still use this method, even had a a fight with my dad using this method a few weeks ago, response was simply "i have been doing it like this for years." So change or willingness to change stays the biggest issue

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 12:29 pm
by Chris Stoffel
I am under the impression that is a tow rope. So what is the issue here?

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 12:49 pm
by KurtG
Chris Stoffel wrote:I am under the impression that is a tow rope. So what is the issue here?
It hasn’t been rated, that’s the issue.

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 1:00 pm
by Mike Nel
A recovery with that thing is a NO in my book.

Towing someone with it when hooked up to a Rated D Shackle and onto a recovery point....well. I would use it as such and only if the vehicle I am towing is lighter and smaller than mine

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 1:10 pm
by Oppies3800
Where can we get these?

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Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 1:25 pm
by ThysleRoux
Rubbish for recoveries, but I think great for general towing/pulling.

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:09 pm
by KurtG
What about sudden jerks while towing, can’t that be a potential issue?

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:23 pm
by Paul#25
KurtG wrote:
Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:09 pm
What about sudden jerks while towing, can’t that be a potential issue?
Yes it definitely is. The shock loading with normal towing is actually quite high and its very repetitive.

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:24 pm
by Mad Manny
The problem is that eventually some chop, probably with additional stickers like star or a faux mud splatter, will use it to snatch.
Unless it has a tag attached stating 'Dangerous - Do NOT use for recovery' - the thing will eventually result in a death or injury...

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:25 pm
by AndreasR
KurtG wrote:
Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:09 pm
What about sudden jerks while towing, can’t that be a potential issue?
Can undoubtedly be an issue. Especially if the jerk is driving the tow vehicle!

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:49 pm
by KurtG
AndreasR wrote:
KurtG wrote:
Mon Aug 27, 2018 4:09 pm
What about sudden jerks while towing, can’t that be a potential issue?
Can undoubtedly be an issue. Especially if the jerk is driving the tow vehicle!
I see what you did there

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2018 1:37 am
by Johannes
Like most of you said , it will eventually used for the wrong application !!!

Re: This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen.

Posted: Thu Aug 30, 2018 2:44 pm
by Ricof4e
Sissies...

Daai ding sal lekker werk.