Winch rope and hook fitting question

[HeavyPizzaz]

Feel like such a douche for posting this but wanted to see what other ppl have done in this situation..

I bought one of the “genuine” (yeah right) Dyneema winch ropes off some off road website and realised when it arrived that my existing Warn hook (which seems to be a standard size) doesn’t fit on.



Anyone else done something creative that doesn’t involve too much filing or the like?


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[old Jack]

You cannot file the hook yoke without reducing its strength.
You could just use a shackle instead of the hook.

OJ.

[MSF]

My Runva Winch came with a "Thimble"

http://www.runvawinch.com.au/shackle-thimble

Depending where in Sydney you are, happy for you to check it out and see if your rope will fit.

[Dicko1]

I,ve a few hooks here that came off winches. I wouldn't use them. Get a rated shackle. Paint it yellow if your into aesthetics.

[HeavyPizzaz]

Thanks gentlemen. I think a rated shackle is a good idea. And MSF, I may take you up on that offer sometime in the new year to take a look. I’ll PM you. Thanks all.


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