This right here:

 

It's called a s_n_a_tch block. Block and Tackle method of multiplying load. Some images to help you out.





However, you only real use these if the access to the recovery is not straight on or some other obstruction.

For snow stuff like you are intending, these are not typically needed/used. Very dependent on the recovery and so while it's a good tool to have in the bag, it isn't to be used for every situation. You also need to be careful _HOW_ it's used. You don't want to overload the winch, nor overload the recovery vehicle if it can't handle the load (e.g., proper recovery point). Most vehicles its safer to put tow strap around axle tube, then shackle, then tow strap and tow. Or put the winch cable to the shackle.

Do some searching on recovery techniques to see other options.

 

If you use a sn@tch block in those situations you aren't doubling your pulling power. You attach the block to the anchor and run the cable through it and hook it back on the vehicle, thus doubling your pulling power. Also the more cable ran out of the drum the more power you get as well.

 

Uhhhhhh -- HELLO! Am I one of the few who was required to take science and math in high school?

 

watch at 0:35 for a lesson in arithmetic

 

****** block. Basically, it's a pulley with an eye hole. The idea is, you put the block on a hook (or whatever) on the load to be pulled, run your winch cable around the pulley, and back to your truck. It cuts line speed in half, but, doubles pulling power. Makes your winch a 10,000 pound pull.

 

 

cool thanks for all the info guys I appreciate it

 

ROFL! I guess that slipped by everyone. I was intentionally NOT going to make any reference to "you'all got skools in Okiehoma!"

 

Born in Wisconsin and grew up in Illinois, thankyouverymuch.