I use an 8000 lbs winch on a 7000 lb truck. Works great. I only use a snatch block when I feel there is resistance.
Remember that your winch is way stronger with one wrap on the drum than with 3 or 4.
I carry a 20' chain to use for clearing trees and as backup winch with the Hi-Lift. I also carry a special chain choker/slip hook:
Works very well. I found that you need something to get the chain to cinch down.
I then either pull with the truck or winch, depending on where things are...
I think that is probably a great solution.
Still, I don't feel it for stopping on the roadside for coffee.
I also like the idea of a simple extension from the hatch itself, just to make it a tough longer, and maybe wrap down on the sides.
Those of you that have nicely integrated kitchen setups at the rear of your truck, likely with a hath and tailgate, how do you keep the weather off this area?
As part of my crusade for speedy food prep, I would like a slide-out kitchen setup. But my LC80's hatch does not provide sufficient...
How well does that work, in practice?
Since I just switched from a gasser to a diesel (FZJ80->HDJ81), I want to switch my cooking to diesel as well, if it works well. I'd love to see some photos and commentary!
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