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Originally Posted by FirstToy
Ali,
I think 3/8 steel cable has breaking around 14,500lbs
I bought my syn line from rockstomper, woody recommended.
Go for it Ali, it's so much better and safer not to mention a lot lighter.
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Thanks for the info. Just trying to decide between 5/16 and 3/8. With the info you've given me, I'll go with 5/16" with BS of 13,700# (3/8 has BS of 20,400#). I'm only buying an extension cable for my 3/8" steel cable (BS of 14,500#), not the actual winch line.
edit: Scott sent me 3/8" 50' extension last week. Quick, prompt service. I decided to go with the 3/8" even though it's breaking strength is higher than my steel cable I got due to the additional material to protect against accidental abrasion on the trail. Hopefully I won't ever have to use it!!!