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Jan 7, 2022 2:26 AM

Husky 20' 7000-Lb Vehicle Recovery Strap

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Home Depot has Husky 20' 7000-Lb Vehicle Recovery Strap on sale for $8.97. Select free curbside pickup where available.
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Thanks to community member grassroots_1 for posting this deal.

About this product:
  • 15,000 lbs. maximum vehicle weight
  • 20 ft. vehicle recovery strap
  • 2 Hi-Test webbing
  • Abrasion-resistant webbing
  • Ideal for recovering vehicles and other heavy loads from ditches, mud and snow
  • Lightweight strap fits behind most pickup-truck seats

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Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This offer matches previous Front Page deal that earned 73+ thumbs up
    • This offer is $16.51 lower (65% savings) than list price
  • Warranty:
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Written by grassroots_1
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Home Depot has Husky 20' 7000-Lb Vehicle Recovery Strap on sale for $8.97. Select free curbside pickup where available.
  • Note: Availability for curbside pickup may vary.
Thanks to community member grassroots_1 for posting this deal.

About this product:
  • 15,000 lbs. maximum vehicle weight
  • 20 ft. vehicle recovery strap
  • 2 Hi-Test webbing
  • Abrasion-resistant webbing
  • Ideal for recovering vehicles and other heavy loads from ditches, mud and snow
  • Lightweight strap fits behind most pickup-truck seats

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This offer matches previous Front Page deal that earned 73+ thumbs up
    • This offer is $16.51 lower (65% savings) than list price
  • Warranty:
    • Please see here for warranty info.
  • About this store:
    • Home Depot return policy here

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Jan 7, 2022 9:21 PM
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djd3Jan 7, 2022 9:21 PM
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This is not a true "recovery strap" it's more of a tow strap. True recovery straps have some give to them, e.g. 20-30% that makes them safer and more effective. This is not as safe as it's less stretchy and can more easily break under the pressure
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Jan 7, 2022 9:22 PM
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slickernsnotJan 7, 2022 9:22 PM
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Quote from SlickDit View quoted comment :
Thanks OP, got these as well to make the trip worth it:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/312994491
https://www.homedepot.com/p/312994390

I've too many of these, but decent price for one. You might get better pricing with some kind of pack from HF:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/206802138
thank you, man. that's helpful for me.
Jan 7, 2022 9:38 PM
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britdudeJan 7, 2022 9:38 PM
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Quote from fuzzyfacedog View quoted comment :
Useful for wrapping around a tree being cut down to assure it comes the way desired. Success with 18ft palm.
Thanks, I was gonna ask this question
Jan 7, 2022 9:43 PM
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nolifeJan 7, 2022 9:43 PM
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Quote from djd3 View quoted comment :
This is not a true "recovery strap" it's more of a tow strap. True recovery straps have some give to them, e.g. 20-30% that makes them safer and more effective. This is not as safe as it's less stretchy and can more easily break under the pressure
Yes, this is a tow/recovery strap.
A kinetic recovery strap provides a mechanical advantage to allow you to do more with less, that is its ONLY advantage, convert your momentum into additional force. To imply they are safer is misleading. Rated break strength is rated break strength. When they do fail, it is more hazardous because of that buildup of kinetic energy in the strap. Shoot a rubber band with your finger and shoot a loop of string with your finger. The rubber band is far more impressive. Not every recovery operation requires a true kinetic nylon stretchable strap and a build up of momentum with a running start to get the target unstuck.
Those are no where NEAR $8.
Last edited by nolife January 7, 2022 at 03:48 PM.
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Jan 7, 2022 10:01 PM
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marcoolusJan 7, 2022 10:01 PM
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Fu*k! I didn't even know I needed this. Thanks slickdeals
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Jan 7, 2022 10:04 PM
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djd3Jan 7, 2022 10:04 PM
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Quote from nolife View quoted comment :
Yes, this is a tow/recovery strap.
A kinetic recovery strap provides a mechanical advantage to allow you to do more with less. To imply they are safer is misleading. Rated break strength is rated break strength. When they do fail, it is more hazardous because of that buildup of kinetic energy in the strap. Shoot a rubber band with your finger and shot a loop of string with your finger. The rubber band is far more impressive. Not every recovery operation requires a true kinetic nylon stretchable strap and a build up of momentum with a running start to get the target unstuck.
Those are no where NEAR $8.
Thanks for the analogy, that's a good one

I agree on the dangers - if you're using a kinetic recovery strap, using soft shackles is ideal. what else?
Jan 7, 2022 10:52 PM
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takaJan 7, 2022 10:52 PM
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Quote from fuzzyfacedog View quoted comment :
Useful for wrapping around a tree being cut down to assure it comes the way desired. Success with 18ft palm.
I did this with a ~30 ft dead tree. It was leaning towards a shed and we re-directed it ~45 deg. Well, it's was actually a winch, a snatch block, and some recovery straps; Had the tree under tension in the direction I wanted it to fall. Worked like a champ. I've used this plus a few other items to move some downed trunks, one weighing probably several thousand pounds. Never realized how useful a winch, snatch blocks, rope, etc. was until I got this stuff.

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Jan 7, 2022 11:15 PM
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HapShaughnessyJan 7, 2022 11:15 PM
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From a 1-star review:

"Dec 24, 2021
This is a TOW strap, NOT a RECOVERY strap
This is mislabeled. This is a TOW strap, NOT a RECOVERY strap. Tow straps are designed not to stretch and are used to tow a free-rolling vehicle. Recovery straps (also called "snatch straps") are designed to stretch under load - the good ones stretch up to 15-20%. The stretch and then recoil helps to free a stuck vehicle."
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Jan 8, 2022 12:00 AM
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Dark.ShroudJan 8, 2022 12:00 AM
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Quote from HonestMammoth473 View quoted comment :
You can hang it over the ball on the pulling vehicle (and plenty of people do), but it's not a good idea. I would recommend a shackle hitch receiver. I have this one, but HD has some options also I believe: https://www.rhinousainc.com/colle...h-receive [rhinousainc.com]
RhinoUSA's prices are hard to beat. But if you want a Made in USA option look at Agency 6. https://agency6.com/collections/shackle-blocks
Jan 8, 2022 12:11 AM
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G1GRANDEURJan 8, 2022 12:11 AM
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Quote from MrSkeptic View quoted comment :
From a 1-star review:

"Dec 24, 2021
This is a TOW strap, NOT a RECOVERY strap
This is mislabeled. This is a TOW strap, NOT a RECOVERY strap. Tow straps are designed not to stretch and are used to tow a free-rolling vehicle. Recovery straps (also called "snatch straps") are designed to stretch under load - the good ones stretch up to 15-20%. The stretch and then recoil helps to free a stuck vehicle."
well, it's not mislabeled. you just have to use your knowledge on this.

you can use this strap to tow/recover, but this is NOT kinetic rope.

meaning this strap you have to preload the strap before pulling, instead of yanking with no tension.
Jan 8, 2022 12:21 AM
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ThomasO11Jan 8, 2022 12:21 AM
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Just picked one up today, the sticker said "new low price". May not be a deal from here out but standard price
Jan 8, 2022 12:26 AM
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tooslickJan 8, 2022 12:26 AM
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I've used these for my hammocks. You have to do a little customization but you don't have to worry about them breaking on you
Jan 8, 2022 12:37 AM
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tooslickJan 8, 2022 12:37 AM
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I have a couple of these and have used them but not for a large vehicle.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RPS-O...309666341?

I have one that I keep in the bag on my boat and another for my 4 wheeler. They have worked well for my needs but when it comes to pulling vehicles I never push the limit. If you have ever had a rope snap and whip by your head you tend to become more cautious.
Jan 8, 2022 12:53 AM
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K-DubbyaJan 8, 2022 12:53 AM
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Quote from idiggplants View quoted comment :
yes, although dont use it that way if you are in a situation where it popping off of the hitch would be bad. you have to use common sense. if you are just pulling someone out of the ditch... fine. but if you are pulling any distance where slack could cause it to pop off and end up under the towed vehicle... no good.

you could also put one end around the tow hook like you say and put it INTO the hitch of the tow vehicle, and put the pin through the loop. again.. for ditch recovery only.

imo, the best thing to do is get a pair of properly rated shackles to go with it. infinitely better than hooks.
Yeppers!! If your vehicle has a receiver and you will be pulling people out, I use a mounted D shackle, similar to this..... https://go.harborfreight.com/sku/57255/

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Jan 8, 2022 2:19 AM
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vadermfJan 8, 2022 2:19 AM
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Quote from bt6234 View quoted comment :
How is this strap with no hooks used? Is it safe to loop if through a vehicles tow hook on one end, and hang it over a hitch all on the pulling vehicle?
Over your hitch is a common place, works fine. Or in conjunction with another strap with hooks, or a chain with hooks.

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