Re: Source for tow-loops?

From: Jason Bleazard (jason.dml@bleazard.net)
Date: Mon Jan 27 2003 - 08:17:52 EST


On Sun, 26 Jan 2003 12:24:52 Kevin Sellstrom wrote:
>
> Does anyone have any good mail-orderable sources for forged clevis loops
> (I hope that's the correct term). I'm looking for some to use on a
> project and have found that the local culprits (to Sacramento, CA) all
> want over $20ea. for loops in the 4" size. I bought them 5 years ago at
> the hardware store for under $10, but they no longer carry them. In case
> I've used the wrong terminology, I'm looking for a closed loop with
> removable pin, such as are found on Humvee bumpers, Tom Buban's bumper,
> etc., and would be suitable for looping chain, tow straps, etc through.

Not sure if these are the same size you're looking for, but this site has
nice heavy-duty shackles for $15 each.

http://www.recoverygear.com/hardware.html

Near the bottom of the page.

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