Rigging Techniques - Dodge 2010 Ram Truck Owner's Manual

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378 STARTING AND OPERATING

Rigging Techniques

Various winching situations will require application of

other winching techniques. These could range from too

little distance to achieve maximum pull using straight

line rigging, simply increasing pulling power, or main-

taining a straight-line pulling situation. You will have to

assess what technique is correct for your situation. Think

safety at all times.

How to Change the Pulling Direction

Change Pulling Directions

All winching operations should have a straight line from

the winch to the object being pulled. This minimizes the

wire rope collecting on one side of the drum affecting

pulling efficiency and damaging wire rope. A snatch

block, secured to a point directly in front of the vehicle

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