Bow shackle punches through bonnet – 6th Nov 2015
Bow shackle punches through bonnet - 6th Nov 2015
Immense force is exerted during a 4×4 vehicle recovery on the recovery points, shackles and recovery rope or strap. Should a failure occur the bow shackle flies back at a tremendous velocity potentially causing damage to your vehicle and serious injury to drivers or bystanders.
This clip demonstrates the dangers through a simulated failed recovery. The bow shackle punched straight through the bonnet.
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Safety first! Always use two SECURETECH Recovery Safety Lanyards (one for each vehicle) during a recovery, with a rated bow shackle and the correct SECURETECH recovery strap or rope for your vehicle’s mass. For more details on safety, click here.
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