Military Clevis/Shackle and tow cable.

VanGo · 04-07-08, 07:25 AM

Found these today on-line. Looking for feed back. Has anyone seen the this "off-set" bow shackle design before? Used or experinced this shackle under load? Also, military 25' tow cable, again military spec, good price. Any engineers have a problem with the cable clamp bolts?

Steel. 1¾ in. opening. Proof load 7,000 lbs. Price includes 6 clevises. Is this "off-set" bow shape designed to improve the WLL? This is a military shackle, built to military standards. Any thoughts?

25 ft. long x 5/16 in. cable. Locking swivel hook on one end and a steel ring on the other end. Made in the U.S.A.

e9999 · 04-07-08, 09:05 AM

don't know about those shackles but the asymmetry is likely not a desirable thing from a strength point of view. Could be handy if there is interference though.

the clamps to hold the loop are a perfectly fine way to go in principle, providing they are positioned properly and in the correct number. Info out there on that. (Can't see well, so not sure, but photo suggests they may have been put on backwards?)

flintknapper · 04-07-08, 04:07 PM

Nothing wrong with using clamps/clips to fasten terminal ends on wire rope. I much prefer a swagged sleeve to clamps just because its much neater....and less bulky.

It appears in the photo that they may be applied incorrectly though. If you order the cable and find that the "saddle" is on the "dead" portion of the line, then you'll want to change it.

Remember the old adage "never saddle a dead horse".

VanGo · 04-07-08, 10:29 PM

e9999 and flintknapper-

Thanks for your respected opinions. I'll look elsewhere for the shackles, but I am going to jump on the cable, remembering FK's adage. e9999 saw your avatar on South West airline's new "welcome aboard safety message"- cracks me up every time I see it. Thanks again!!

Van

Josie'sLandCruiser · 04-10-08, 10:28 PM

Hi All:

Well, share the wealth! That is, share the link to where they are selling these military surplus bits!

Regards,

Alan

VanGo · 04-11-08, 05:10 AM

Alan,

Go to www.colemans.com

Quote:

Originally Posted by Josie'sLandCruiser

Hi All:

Well, share the wealth! That is, share the link to where they are selling these military surplus bits!

Regards,

Alan

Godwin · 04-11-08, 05:54 AM

Don't know about the cable but the clevis/shackle can also be found here Discount Hunting Gear, Discount Hunting Boots, Discount Shoes, Discount Ammunition, Discount Ammo, Discount Boots, Military Surplus, Outdoor Gear At the Sportsman's Guide.

04-07-08, 07:25 AM	#1
VanGo IH8MUD DAD Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bolling AFB, DC TLCA# 18273 Posts: 71	Military Clevis/Shackle and tow cable. Found these today on-line. Looking for feed back. Has anyone seen the this "off-set" bow shackle design before? Used or experinced this shackle under load? Also, military 25' tow cable, again military spec, good price. Any engineers have a problem with the cable clamp bolts? Steel. 1¾ in. opening. Proof load 7,000 lbs. Price includes 6 clevises. Is this "off-set" bow shape designed to improve the WLL? This is a military shackle, built to military standards. Any thoughts? 25 ft. long x 5/16 in. cable. Locking swivel hook on one end and a steel ring on the other end. Made in the U.S.A. __________________ Van 97 FJZ80, 40th, Locked, 285/75/16 67 M416 05 Excursion

04-07-08, 09:05 AM	#2
e9999 You want to do what...? Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: PRK Posts: 10,181	don't know about those shackles but the asymmetry is likely not a desirable thing from a strength point of view. Could be handy if there is interference though. the clamps to hold the loop are a perfectly fine way to go in principle, providing they are positioned properly and in the correct number. Info out there on that. (Can't see well, so not sure, but photo suggests they may have been put on backwards?) __________________ '97: 88K, 3xlock, Custom HD roo bar for sale, 285 MT/Rs on steelies, Hanna sliders, 851+1.5"/863/N73/N74E/SD24, ARB bull with M12, Kaymar with duals, Kaymar rack, Slee TC skid, 2m/440, more stuff, loose nut behind the wheel!) '03: 99K, the better half's... DD and souped up DR650

04-07-08, 04:07 PM	#3
flintknapper IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2004 Location: Deep East Texas Posts: 1,648	Nothing wrong with using clamps/clips to fasten terminal ends on wire rope. I much prefer a swagged sleeve to clamps just because its much neater....and less bulky. It appears in the photo that they may be applied incorrectly though. If you order the cable and find that the "saddle" is on the "dead" portion of the line, then you'll want to change it. Remember the old adage "never saddle a dead horse". __________________ Flintknapper: '97 Land Cruiser, Moonglow Pearl Chocolate Lab (Kota), I miss you. ΜOΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ (come and take them)

04-07-08, 10:29 PM	#4
VanGo IH8MUD DAD Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bolling AFB, DC TLCA# 18273 Posts: 71	e9999 and flintknapper- Thanks for your respected opinions. I'll look elsewhere for the shackles, but I am going to jump on the cable, remembering FK's adage. e9999 saw your avatar on South West airline's new "welcome aboard safety message"- cracks me up every time I see it. Thanks again!! Van __________________ Van 97 FJZ80, 40th, Locked, 285/75/16 67 M416 05 Excursion

04-10-08, 10:28 PM	#5
Josie'sLandCruiser Dog is my co-pilot. Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Seattle, USA TLCA# 6446 Posts: 1,928	Hi All: Well, share the wealth! That is, share the link to where they are selling these military surplus bits! Regards, Alan __________________ www.seattlecruiserheads.com

04-11-08, 05:54 AM	#7
Godwin IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 976	Don't know about the cable but the clevis/shackle can also be found here Discount Hunting Gear, Discount Hunting Boots, Discount Shoes, Discount Ammunition, Discount Ammo, Discount Boots, Military Surplus, Outdoor Gear At the Sportsman's Guide. __________________ Jim Godwin 1977 FJ40 with some stuff 1985 FJ60 with 3FE 1986 FJ60 now with stuff 1997 FZJ80 stockish Tallassee, AL

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