My homemade recovery traction pads
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pyrate
Rollin' along
If you can't find a mat like the one at Tractor Supply, check for tractor trailer mudflaps. They aren't real long but they have the same overall benefit. I've trimmed the width down otherwise they tend to be too wide but can work.
One recommendation is to either cut a hole as a handle or put some sort of strap on it. If you get in real sloppy conditions and use one of those sometimes the recover of the mat is very difficult with out it. They get real slick and have a lot of suction for you to overcome.
And if all else fails: [video]http://sfglobe.com/2015/10/21/man-straps-used-wood-to-truck-tire-to-get-out-of-the-mud/?src=fbfan_46800&t=fbad&k=ip2a3g1t1[/video] :smiley_drive:
One recommendation is to either cut a hole as a handle or put some sort of strap on it. If you get in real sloppy conditions and use one of those sometimes the recover of the mat is very difficult with out it. They get real slick and have a lot of suction for you to overcome.
And if all else fails: [video]http://sfglobe.com/2015/10/21/man-straps-used-wood-to-truck-tire-to-get-out-of-the-mud/?src=fbfan_46800&t=fbad&k=ip2a3g1t1[/video] :smiley_drive:
ramonortiz55
Adventurer
another option would be to use fiberglass grating.
you can order those at specific sizes thru a grating vendor/distributor.
I saw someone post this purchase over at tacomaworld. it was able to take the weight of the truck in a bridging scenario without breaking
you can order those at specific sizes thru a grating vendor/distributor.
I saw someone post this purchase over at tacomaworld. it was able to take the weight of the truck in a bridging scenario without breaking
rayra
Expedition Leader
Now THAT is a fine idea.
To the OP, how do you store the matts, stud face to stud face, or rolled together and tied up? Would a sack be easier or more of a pain?
Kevin108
Explorer
It appears they tested in sand only?
That's because Australia has nothing but sand and animals that are trying to kill you. Everything's venomous and likely poisonous, too. Koala's hiding in trees waiting to drop onto the unsuspecting and rip their jugulars out so they can feast on your blood. Fiats aren't even allowed in Australia because the spiders haul them off.
Don't post stuff like that! I spit my cocktail all over my keyboard.
You saved some money on the mat but those metal screws are going to shred your tires, and I bet they're at least $200 a pop.
There's a reason Maxtrax and lookalike designs have plastic spkes that wear out. They wear out so your tires don't.
Attached vid shows a comparison of some technologies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJ8U2C-2jU4
The take away: Home made traction mats made from deconstructed plastic milk crates worked almost-kinda-sorta as well as the vendor products.
Basically, buy a couple of plastic milk crates (note: criminal offense to "borrow" these from the back of your local grocery), cut each side away, tie 'em together with beefy zip ties, and go at it.
Since I am a CSOB.....works for me!
The take away: Home made traction mats made from deconstructed plastic milk crates worked almost-kinda-sorta as well as the vendor products.
Basically, buy a couple of plastic milk crates (note: criminal offense to "borrow" these from the back of your local grocery), cut each side away, tie 'em together with beefy zip ties, and go at it.
Since I am a CSOB.....works for me!
Coachgeo
Explorer
as asked earlier... you tried them yet?
roving1
Well-known member
Ever wonder why no one can question or offer any alternative to maxtrax without someone mindlessly chiming in that they are the one true solution and nothing or no lesser amount of money spent could possiblely ever be worth doing or pursuing?
