Posted by gmharris [72.219.148.98] on Friday, March 21, 2014 at 18:46:12 :
In Reply to: Definitely posted by Sherman in Idaho [72.47.153.112] on Friday, March 21, 2014 at 15:01:41 :
on a number of things including number and distribution of cable strands, load and shape of the shiv. Most important, is the diameter of the cable. But, I'd be hesitant to use any block less than five or six inches in diameter and, of course, appropriately rated for the load.
This is a case of bigger is better, at least as far as cable care is concerned.
Many people use FFPW's as work trucks, but it is important to remember they are antique vehicles with equipment that would never meet today's standards.
For me, the winch is a nice decorative item.