Buy this fairlead right now at www.thedirtlifestyle.com We are so proud of what Yankum Ropes has been able to produce with our Idea and I want to say thank you to the American Machinists that are working hard on producing these. Thank you for watching our little commercial and for your support folks! **Since the filming of this video the cost has gone up a little to $265. We are trying to keep cost down as much as possible but it is really important to us to have everything done in the USA. thank you for your understanding**
As a machinist... no way this should cost soooo much... u can still machine and coat amd ship this for around 100. But dont worry it will get copied and sold on f.b. market place for 75 in about a month give it 6 be4 its on ebay. Everytime someone makes something nice n new they wanna hit u over the head. Seriously 265 is way to much for a piece of aluminum coated.
Has anyone installed this with a hidden winch mount? I would love to do this for a 2017 LC 200, but there's no information on how it might work with a SDHQ or Trail Tailor mount. Also, the offset version looks better to me--even more questions there. How do I get help on this? Looks awesome!
From a guy who uses large synthetic lines on ships. A eye in a synthetic line is strong and versatile. Also I love that you told people you can make the eye in their current line. That is the most trustworthy sales pitch I ever heard. When my line wears out I know who to call.
@@DirtLifestyle (do encourage people to stitch the eyes as per industrial spec for longevity and safety) lol.. - quick and dirty with fencing wire on the trackside is so simple..
Literally just put freedom winch lines out of business. They had a cool idea but you nailed every single concern I had and corrected them with your product. Great product Nate.
Agreed. Having all the complicated knots that can't be retied easily if damaged was a deal breaker for me. I have only used my winch to pull stumps out so far and it frayed a bit already but it was an Amazon special so when the time comes, I will cut the metal thimble off and tie a loop into the end or get a nice replacement.
Love that you promote products that made in the US. We need to regain that manufacturing competitive edge, with the good quality that we are known for. Good job Nate.
Been running a simple loop for years, just had a snubber on the line to pull it up tight to the fairlead. Love the idea, the innovation and that fact that it’s made in the USA!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻 Those that have never run a simple loop have no idea what they’re missing, this is the BEST idea on the market and the BEST way of storing the rope, nice job Nate! Keep up the great work!
Been running it that way a decade +. I'm actually surprised with this comment section . Seems like not a lot of people do this. We've been doing this and making our fairleads from chucks of scrap like these. Maybe this is a east coast thing, and is now catching on out west ? Idk . Just my 2 cents.
You’re the man Nate. Bringing us a little Christmas on Thanksgiving day. So sweet. Saw some negative comments; love that this is made in America. If we want the best you gotta be willing to pay more. Period. Without getting too political we have allowed our nation to outsource far too much and have sold ourselves out for cheap disposable products. It’s great to see any company offer a product made start to finish in America. I’ll be looking to buy this but now you made me have to think what company is offering an American made winch. If there even is one. So I can bolt it on to my Taco! Lmao, had been a Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth guy my whole life too. Still have a few too. 😉 happy thanksgiving to you and you family. Enjoy them you deserve it.
Warn winches are still somewhat made in the US with some globally sourced components but all the important stuff is made in the US and assembled in Oregon. That is the one I know about but there may be one that is completely made in America.
My synthetic winch rope is brand new, not even used once. Thought of cutting off the hook and just using a soft shackle through the eye loop. The only metal left would be the reinforcement inside the eye loop. Great Idea, and will look to purchase when time to replace.
Thats my point too. In fact that reinforcement in the loop is there for a reason. Why not just pass the soft shackle through there and call it good? My buddy has been doing that for years.
Absolutely do it with the eye loop still in there, will help the loop last longer, that's exactly what I am doing with mine, took the hook off and just use a soft shackle to attach it to stuff, and then I just use the soft shackle to hold the end of the winch line to somewhere on my truck, no need for any fancy fairlead
Yeah giving a sales pitch for your product while also saying "you don't even have to buy this, you can make it yourself with your current line and I'll show you how" speaks volumes about how you don't just care about a cash grab, but actually improving people's equipment. 👍🏻 Awesome idea with the fairlead having the groove to lock the line in place for storage.
I really like this and I've been pushing for the same idea. There is no reason to have the hook and easily repaired on the trail to make a new loop. My issue with my idea was always well where does it go.. but you answered this with this product. In fact this product protects the line better than most hook solutions! Great job!
Thank you. This was a very honest sales pitch. I have found your vids informative through my time watching. But the main reason I keep coming back is that you seem a positive type of dude. Great work.
Awesome & love seeing this… I was lucky enough to run into Alan at a gas station on a trip in Idaho. Super solid guy. Love seeing all American made products & this is a guy who work in Taiwan & China manufacturing industry for 15 years. When Alan said he was all USA made it raised an eyebrow, in a positive manner. Keeping your product on US soil is the only way to go! I’ll be adding this to my Jeep & 4x4 van ASAP 👍
Brilliant, and that's a great looking fairlead. I ran a machined billet slug in a loop end 10 years ago after cracking my hook. I ran that system a few years but wondered about using just a loop. Thanks.
Great to see. My archery equipment is made in the USA and shipped to me in Australia. Eberslestock & Marsupial Gear, great quality. Hopefully you'll ship to Aus too !!!!
Trigger warning 😂😂 love it. I’ve watched a few videos of the “other” ground breaking winch line and I still can’t wrap my head around all the knots and loops it has.
Would love to see a destructive test of the Yankum rope thimble living up to being the strongest solution or even how it compares to a factor 55 thimble strength wise. I think it’s a great idea and would be interested to see the proof that it’s stronger (as stated at 3:29). Keep up the great work!
Happy thanksgiving Nate! Wonderful work on this. Many of us have been running a simple buried loop for years, but seeing a handy fairlead to store it on is slick. Well done sir. One thing to watch out for is that the thimble provides abrasion resistance and helps widen the bend radius of the line a bit, both of which do help strength a bit. Doesn't have to be a fancy crazy Factor$$ thing, but anything that helps protect will lengthen the lifespan of the loop. You can of course run thimble-less, but the lifespan of the loop is decreased slightly Now as you said, it doesn't REALLY matter, because when it wears, you just splice another, but the length of wasted line in the bury is significant. Can't wait to see what you come up with as this system evolves!
I have been following you for several years. Love this idea! I liked the concept from that other guy that is marketing a similar winch rope but that other guys is way overpriced. The fact that you tell us how to DIY the rope is outstanding!
I love that you don't try to keep this proprietary. I've always felt that if you develop a good product, there are enough people that will buy it even though you've told them how to make it. DIY'rs will always just reverse engineer a good design anyway and they wouldn't be the market in the first place. I love how you are approaching this dude. There's enough money to be made without pretending you are the only person on earth that can think of something and make it. I'm the kind of guy that would see this and go make it myself. But when you approach me this way, I'd probably buy this to save myself the trouble and show appreciation for a good design and honesty in business. Carry on the good work young man.
Nate, to start, Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I like the idea. I have a wench on my 2020 JLU and the metal hook cotter pin has damaged the cover. I love the idea of not using the hook. I do have one request. I like to see a video on how to tie an end onto a rope when it is broken. Thank you, Mike
"Samsonrope" has a whole bunch of pro videos on all things Rope.... (in case you need the reference "soonish") - very simple. here is a sample.. czcams.com/video/T8ENqS6b51I/video.html
I don’t personally have a winch because I don’t need it for how I wheel but I’m a huge fan of the whole idea and process taken to bring this product to us, love the hustle keep doin what you doin bc you doin sum right
I’ll be buying a couple I would love to have one for my rear suck down winch and my front winch your idea about using it for a front suck down winch is spot on I’m totally doing that
Clever application! Brummel is simple, strong, and easy to construct. Have been using this in hammock suspensions with Amsteel for years. Come to think of it, add a prusik on your winch line wrapped around a single tree, and tada hammock hang locations
Congratulations sir, I have watched your channel for a long time. You have come far with your own two hands. I have lived in Washington and you need to have a winch there. Always raining and slick out on the trails. Awesome design, your gonna go far doing what you love. Always keep it simple
I would 1000% be running some type of thimble in the loop, even just the small round one factor55 uses, easy to re use if the winch snaps and will prolong the lifespan of the loop
kickass fairlead .. definitely solves the issue ... iv fabricated a rack on my fender to store the excess winch line .. and theres alot of it .. about 30 meters ... but ill definitely recommend this to others! waiting for more innovation best of luck
For your Europe viewers I recommend Liros XTR system for 4x4. They go even further and have on the end line soft shackle so you don’t need one as is build in line. I use it for a year and is simple no metal involves so it’s safe. I still use sand bags at the end lines just in case if something give up.
When I’m ready to install my winch I will definitely be purchasing the fair lead for you. Love the American Made aspect of this product! Love your videos!
Same thing has happened here mate. Sold out to cheap labour from China. Now we’re screwed and can’t get stock and inflation is insane. I try and buy Australian or US made gear as much as I can. We need to support manufacturers on home soil. Yes it’s more expensive, but it’s way better quality and you are supporting your fellow countryman put food on the table for their families. Respect my man, keep it up.
Nice work Nate. Canadian here, but I really do appreciate American or ‘North American’ made. Yes it costs more, but for the points you just made, I’m willing to pay it.
Nice, I've been using synthetic winch lines for over 20 years it was funny "back in the day" and nobody else would trust them. I ditched winch hooks then too. Now I do have a few running cable and hooks just due to sun exposed and hardly ever spooled out for use. But on my "retired" Rockcrawler I went synthetic off the bat, I've seen winch cable and steel cable mishaps.
I want that coating. I live in Arizona and the sun EATS these ropes. I cover my wench because my jeep has to stay out side so the sun is always on the rope if it's not covered. That little bit showing needs to be protected from sun rot so the coating would be good for Arizona and other states where the sun is so intense.
I mean.... I like the idea, but that's quite a bit more expensive than a F55 Hawse and one of their fancy pants splicer thimbles. It would also leave a non coated loop exposed to UV. IDK, less is more, but why is less SO MUCH more? It's nice that it significantly lightens your recovery setup, and in that way it is very compelling, it's a shame it also has a similar effect on your wallet.
Would have preferred the coating on the end of the line. UV damage is a concern with synthetic line and that would offer great protection. Just good for thought. Or maybe make a cap for us who weekend warrior our rigs and store it outside in the sun during the week. 😁 Otherwise I agree 100% ditch the complex, the best part is no part.
I would still want the coating on the end for protecting the end from the elements. Sand, snow, dirt, mud, and rocks are going to take a toll on the loop over time.
@@Supermangoaliedude I’m with you on the UV protection thing. UV coatings wear off via abrasion and the eye/loop is constantly exposed to sun, wear & tear etc. My winch line eye is covered by a little bag that I made for precisely this reason. I’m also interested to test a winch line with built in Soft Shackle at the end….
Just got to say I dig it, I'm big into buying American made, and then I seen its made right here in the Great state of Idaho! Will buy for sure! Keep up the great work, love the videos especially the jeep truck build!
Does not having a coating on the end not wear out the rope and expose it to loads of UV? I was always told UV kills synthetic rope. I would also think it being on the front with nothing covering it, it would take a lot of wear an tear.
Getting ready to buy our first Jeep, a JKUR. Will be the wife’s daily driver up here in Georgetown, so love the idea of her having a metal free winch system. What winch would you throw this on (preferably with remote)? Aside from a place to mount, fairlead and soft shackles what else should we look at to make this a complete system? Will likely be going on a LOD JK shorty front bumper.
Looks like a great idea. I haven’t installed my winch yet so I’m looking forward to loop tying tutorial. However, being that I’m balling on a budget, I’ll be waiting for a cheaper, lighter, synthetic version of the fairlead to come out.
Hey Nate! Lance here. Great design and video!! You’re the man!!! In prep for the Rubicon I bought a winch with steel cable and roller lead so I could save cash to purchase your fairlead and winch line off your website. What line do you recommend 3/8 x ?’. Thanks Nate.
Well now I gotta sell my new flat link. This is genius. I have been wondering how to do a suck down with the flat link. I just bought a new winch for my build but I’ll definitely get one of these fairly priced ropes when I need a replacement.
I wish I'd have thought of spreading this idea years ago. Maybe now i won't have to answer 50 eleven questions on why I don't have a hook on my winchline. I also only run half a drum of rope. That's for your next video when you explain winch ratings.
I don't see a reason to switch from steel cable... I have yet to see any of the winches on tow trucks switch from steel to synthetic either... Not worried about UV damage with steel...
@@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire I’m not in a hurry to make the switch. I’ll wear my current cable out first (which will take a long time), but synthetic is nice for several reasons.
Love everything about it...except the price. I think it's WAY over priced. Sadly, you can expect to see knockoffs coming from across the pond for 1/10th the price within the year.
People forget - or are ignorant of - that CNC machining is the cheapest way to make things from a chunk of metal - avoiding hyped terms like "billet" - lol precision sand repeatability is nice, not needing to pay skilled machinists (or as many) that should bring the price down - uhuh - ohh, the USA tax strikes- - Downunder we have the Aussie Tax. Anything local will cost ya. Pay/Charge for service not purely manufacturing location, that gets to bankruptcy fast..
i really like this simple idea of the fairlead and rope,been knowing guys and myself that run a loop but really have no where to put it and sometimes you'd suck it in too far and boom your line is all in your bumper and now you got to fish it out wich can sometimes be a pain but oh well,loving the fairlead,for sure gonna buy it sometime soon :D I love how he put " (Trigger Warning) " on the title lol 😂
i've done this with safe-xtract ropes for a couple years now. no metal... however, keeping a roller on the front keeps the friction and heat lower on the rope, which ultimately makes it fail. downside to that is you have nowhere for the end of the rope to sit, so it just has to flop around. Most of the Colorado 4x4 Rescue and Recovery team has adopted this platform.
I'm going to test this in a video! I bet the "heat" is not a reality but the good thing is I don't have to guess. I will do a bunch of hard winch pulls and test it in real time 👊 Any guesses on how hot you think your rope gets with a smooth fairlead?
@@DirtLifestyle in a straight line pull you won't have much. do a "recovery" where you are stationary but pulling at a 45 against the edge of the fairlead for a while. Like a redirect winch to a tree, down to another really heavy vehicle. some times we get on tight trails where we can't angle the rigs to make it a straight line pull. (we have lots of pics on instagram and facebook). We've seen numerous failures of both brand new and old lines from the heat. with the roller, there is almost no heat as the line rolls with the fairlead, vs the hawse is just all friction. I burned a new rope really fast on the power wagon, but the 19 and up you can't put a roller on it, so i'm stuck with the hawse.
New to your channel and I am loving what I have seen so far! I will be going back to catch up on some of your other content. Also a BIG thumbs up for doing American Made. We need of that in this country.
Buy this fairlead right now at www.thedirtlifestyle.com
We are so proud of what Yankum Ropes has been able to produce with our Idea and I want to say thank you to the American Machinists that are working hard on producing these. Thank you for watching our little commercial and for your support folks! **Since the filming of this video the cost has gone up a little to $265. We are trying to keep cost down as much as possible but it is really important to us to have everything done in the USA. thank you for your understanding**
@5:57 Amen. Happy Thanksgiving Nate.
Looks cool, when i finally get an offroad truck i will do something like this.
As a machinist... no way this should cost soooo much... u can still machine and coat amd ship this for around 100. But dont worry it will get copied and sold on f.b. market place for 75 in about a month give it 6 be4 its on ebay.
Everytime someone makes something nice n new they wanna hit u over the head. Seriously 265 is way to much for a piece of aluminum coated.
Has anyone installed this with a hidden winch mount? I would love to do this for a 2017 LC 200, but there's no information on how it might work with a SDHQ or Trail Tailor mount. Also, the offset version looks better to me--even more questions there. How do I get help on this?
Looks awesome!
@@redneckswitwheels I’m glad I wasn’t the only one thinking that.
From a guy who uses large synthetic lines on ships. A eye in a synthetic line is strong and versatile. Also I love that you told people you can make the eye in their current line. That is the most trustworthy sales pitch I ever heard. When my line wears out I know who to call.
Thanks for the support buddy! I will have a loop tying video soon to show the people how easy it is 🙌
@@DirtLifestyle can't wait for that video. I'm definitely going to make the switch and get a new fairlead!
@@DirtLifestyle (do encourage people to stitch the eyes as per industrial spec for longevity and safety) lol.. - quick and dirty with fencing wire on the trackside is so simple..
Matt you guys ever use Double Fig 8 loops for pulling?
Literally just put freedom winch lines out of business. They had a cool idea but you nailed every single concern I had and corrected them with your product. Great product Nate.
Agreed. Having all the complicated knots that can't be retied easily if damaged was a deal breaker for me. I have only used my winch to pull stumps out so far and it frayed a bit already but it was an Amazon special so when the time comes, I will cut the metal thimble off and tie a loop into the end or get a nice replacement.
Love that you promote products that made in the US. We need to regain that manufacturing competitive edge, with the good quality that we are known for. Good job Nate.
Been running a simple loop for years, just had a snubber on the line to pull it up tight to the fairlead. Love the idea, the innovation and that fact that it’s made in the USA!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Those that have never run a simple loop have no idea what they’re missing, this is the BEST idea on the market and the BEST way of storing the rope, nice job Nate! Keep up the great work!
Thank you very much for the huge endorsement! 🇺🇸
Have a great Thanksgiving 👊
The fairlead is certainly cleaner than the random stick I usually have stuck in there. :D
Been running it that way a decade +. I'm actually surprised with this comment section . Seems like not a lot of people do this. We've been doing this and making our fairleads from chucks of scrap like these. Maybe this is a east coast thing, and is now catching on out west ? Idk . Just my 2 cents.
You’re the man Nate. Bringing us a little Christmas on Thanksgiving day. So sweet. Saw some negative comments; love that this is made in America. If we want the best you gotta be willing to pay more. Period. Without getting too political we have allowed our nation to outsource far too much and have sold ourselves out for cheap disposable products. It’s great to see any company offer a product made start to finish in America. I’ll be looking to buy this but now you made me have to think what company is offering an American made winch. If there even is one. So I can bolt it on to my Taco! Lmao, had been a Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth guy my whole life too. Still have a few too. 😉 happy thanksgiving to you and you family. Enjoy them you deserve it.
It sounds like we have similar values my friend! American manufacturing is worth saving 🙌
Warn winches are still somewhat made in the US with some globally sourced components but all the important stuff is made in the US and assembled in Oregon. That is the one I know about but there may be one that is completely made in America.
Look for old Warn, They were made in America
My synthetic winch rope is brand new, not even used once. Thought of cutting off the hook and just using a soft shackle through the eye loop. The only metal left would be the reinforcement inside the eye loop. Great Idea, and will look to purchase when time to replace.
Thats my point too. In fact that reinforcement in the loop is there for a reason. Why not just pass the soft shackle through there and call it good? My buddy has been doing that for years.
Absolutely do it with the eye loop still in there, will help the loop last longer, that's exactly what I am doing with mine, took the hook off and just use a soft shackle to attach it to stuff, and then I just use the soft shackle to hold the end of the winch line to somewhere on my truck, no need for any fancy fairlead
Yeah giving a sales pitch for your product while also saying "you don't even have to buy this, you can make it yourself with your current line and I'll show you how" speaks volumes about how you don't just care about a cash grab, but actually improving people's equipment. 👍🏻
Awesome idea with the fairlead having the groove to lock the line in place for storage.
such a genius idea for the fairlead and winch rope concept Nate!
Idaho native here! Go Idaho! Nice job and great product!
I really like this and I've been pushing for the same idea. There is no reason to have the hook and easily repaired on the trail to make a new loop. My issue with my idea was always well where does it go.. but you answered this with this product. In fact this product protects the line better than most hook solutions! Great job!
I love that Land Rover build. What a monster
Seriously Nate. This is the best infomercial I have ever seen. Love your channel.
You have a shop people dream about right in your back yard! I love how down to earth and relatable you are! My next line will be coming from you!
Thank you. This was a very honest sales pitch. I have found your vids informative through my time watching. But the main reason I keep coming back is that you seem a positive type of dude.
Great work.
Awesome & love seeing this… I was lucky enough to run into Alan at a gas station on a trip in Idaho. Super solid guy. Love seeing all American made products & this is a guy who work in Taiwan & China manufacturing industry for 15 years. When Alan said he was all USA made it raised an eyebrow, in a positive manner. Keeping your product on US soil is the only way to go! I’ll be adding this to my Jeep & 4x4 van ASAP 👍
You are CLEARLY not sponsored by Factor 55😂 Love the design✊
Brilliant, and that's a great looking fairlead. I ran a machined billet slug in a loop end 10 years ago after cracking my hook. I ran that system a few years but wondered about using just a loop. Thanks.
Right on, great minds think alike!
Great video, as usual. Love seeing your channel grow! You've got me rethinking my winch setup...
Great to see. My archery equipment is made in the USA and shipped to me in Australia. Eberslestock & Marsupial Gear, great quality. Hopefully you'll ship to Aus too !!!!
Great job, Nate! Usually the simplest solution is the best. 👍
Trigger warning 😂😂 love it. I’ve watched a few videos of the “other” ground breaking winch line and I still can’t wrap my head around all the knots and loops it has.
Would love to see a destructive test of the Yankum rope thimble living up to being the strongest solution or even how it compares to a factor 55 thimble strength wise. I think it’s a great idea and would be interested to see the proof that it’s stronger (as stated at 3:29). Keep up the great work!
(it isn't a thimble - just on-fairlead stowage. (or not ? ) )
I think it’s a very reasonable price point, honestly I expected it to be higher. It looks like a really cool system and I think I might give it a try
Happy thanksgiving Nate!
Wonderful work on this. Many of us have been running a simple buried loop for years, but seeing a handy fairlead to store it on is slick. Well done sir.
One thing to watch out for is that the thimble provides abrasion resistance and helps widen the bend radius of the line a bit, both of which do help strength a bit. Doesn't have to be a fancy crazy Factor$$ thing, but anything that helps protect will lengthen the lifespan of the loop. You can of course run thimble-less, but the lifespan of the loop is decreased slightly
Now as you said, it doesn't REALLY matter, because when it wears, you just splice another, but the length of wasted line in the bury is significant.
Can't wait to see what you come up with as this system evolves!
Nice! I would buy it. Thank you for still using a tree save. Nice fairlead integration. A+
Glad you like it! thanks for the support!
i dig it. USA made is a huge plus for me.
Thanks bro! US Manufactuing is worth saving...
I have been following you for several years. Love this idea! I liked the concept from that other guy that is marketing a similar winch rope but that other guys is way overpriced. The fact that you tell us how to DIY the rope is outstanding!
I’m glad to see another great product being made here in the US. I hope you sell a ton of them.
I love that you don't try to keep this proprietary. I've always felt that if you develop a good product, there are enough people that will buy it even though you've told them how to make it. DIY'rs will always just reverse engineer a good design anyway and they wouldn't be the market in the first place. I love how you are approaching this dude. There's enough money to be made without pretending you are the only person on earth that can think of something and make it. I'm the kind of guy that would see this and go make it myself. But when you approach me this way, I'd probably buy this to save myself the trouble and show appreciation for a good design and honesty in business. Carry on the good work young man.
Nate, to start, Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I like the idea. I have a wench on my 2020 JLU and the metal hook cotter pin has damaged the cover. I love the idea of not using the hook. I do have one request. I like to see a video on how to tie an end onto a rope when it is broken.
Thank you,
Mike
Ditto
"Samsonrope" has a whole bunch of pro videos on all things Rope.... (in case you need the reference "soonish") - very simple.
here is a sample.. czcams.com/video/T8ENqS6b51I/video.html
czcams.com/video/Ug0qAFRKcHY/video.html
Dear Santa,
Consider this my Christmas list.
Thanks
Thanks dude, you just cost me $250.00
Outstanding!!!
Well done. One of the most chill, earnest dudes on YT.
I don’t personally have a winch because I don’t need it for how I wheel but I’m a huge fan of the whole idea and process taken to bring this product to us, love the hustle keep doin what you doin bc you doin sum right
I’ll be buying a couple I would love to have one for my rear suck down winch and my front winch your idea about using it for a front suck down winch is spot on I’m totally doing that
Clever application! Brummel is simple, strong, and easy to construct. Have been using this in hammock suspensions with Amsteel for years. Come to think of it, add a prusik on your winch line wrapped around a single tree, and tada hammock hang locations
Bookmarked the website, added it to my wishlist, and hope to get one in either 2022/23.
Great idea, I'll order a fairlead, I fully support American made but I'm Australian so I'll match it with some Australian made winch line
Congratulations sir, I have watched your channel for a long time. You have come far with your own two hands. I have lived in Washington and you need to have a winch there. Always raining and slick out on the trails. Awesome design, your gonna go far doing what you love. Always keep it simple
I’ve been doing this for a few years. The fairlead is pretty awesome!
From a PNW-born AZ-adoptee, thank you. 🤘🏻
I would 1000% be running some type of thimble in the loop, even just the small round one factor55 uses, easy to re use if the winch snaps and will prolong the lifespan of the loop
kickass fairlead .. definitely solves the issue ... iv fabricated a rack on my fender to store the excess winch line .. and theres alot of it .. about 30 meters ... but ill definitely recommend this to others! waiting for more innovation best of luck
Thanks Nate. I like your idea.
For your Europe viewers I recommend Liros XTR system for 4x4. They go even further and have on the end line soft shackle so you don’t need one as is build in line. I use it for a year and is simple no metal involves so it’s safe. I still use sand bags at the end lines just in case if something give up.
The wife was just asking what I wanted for Christmas. Better go tell her about this new guft suggestion lol
I like the info. And I'm really digging that hoody
When I’m ready to install my winch I will definitely be purchasing the fair lead for you. Love the American Made aspect of this product! Love your videos!
Great looking product. I’m installing my winch in the next week on my Landcruiser and will look to make this change to it.
Genius. I can't wait to need to replace my old steel cable for a setup like this.
Really awesome…can’t wait to get my hands on the fair lead👍🏻👍🏻. Keep the great ideas coming!!
Oh I like it and I’ve been wheeling from 1975
Same thing has happened here mate. Sold out to cheap labour from China. Now we’re screwed and can’t get stock and inflation is insane. I try and buy Australian or US made gear as much as I can. We need to support manufacturers on home soil. Yes it’s more expensive, but it’s way better quality and you are supporting your fellow countryman put food on the table for their families. Respect my man, keep it up.
Sweet I love it when you have American innovation on a concept that’s been around forever!
Nice work Nate.
Canadian here, but I really do appreciate American or ‘North American’ made. Yes it costs more, but for the points you just made, I’m willing to pay it.
Dude, great idea!
looks like a brilliant idea & product, and made in the USA, is a fantastic plus!
Nice, I've been using synthetic winch lines for over 20 years it was funny "back in the day" and nobody else would trust them.
I ditched winch hooks then too. Now I do have a few running cable and hooks just due to sun exposed and hardly ever spooled out for use. But on my "retired" Rockcrawler I went synthetic off the bat, I've seen winch cable and steel cable mishaps.
I want that coating. I live in Arizona and the sun EATS these ropes. I cover my wench because my jeep has to stay out side so the sun is always on the rope if it's not covered. That little bit showing needs to be protected from sun rot so the coating would be good for Arizona and other states where the sun is so intense.
Nice work guys!
I mean.... I like the idea, but that's quite a bit more expensive than a F55 Hawse and one of their fancy pants splicer thimbles. It would also leave a non coated loop exposed to UV. IDK, less is more, but why is less SO MUCH more?
It's nice that it significantly lightens your recovery setup, and in that way it is very compelling, it's a shame it also has a similar effect on your wallet.
Great job Nate!
Damn you Nate... Now I have another great idea to add to my list of things that I want to add to my fj40. Punk.
Fantastic! Glad to see you branching out. You’ve done great since BJ. Next fairlead I buy will be yours
Would have preferred the coating on the end of the line. UV damage is a concern with synthetic line and that would offer great protection. Just good for thought. Or maybe make a cap for us who weekend warrior our rigs and store it outside in the sun during the week. 😁
Otherwise I agree 100% ditch the complex, the best part is no part.
I would still want the coating on the end for protecting the end from the elements. Sand, snow, dirt, mud, and rocks are going to take a toll on the loop over time.
@@Supermangoaliedude I’m with you on the UV protection thing. UV coatings wear off via abrasion and the eye/loop is constantly exposed to sun, wear & tear etc.
My winch line eye is covered by a little bag that I made for precisely this reason.
I’m also interested to test a winch line with built in Soft Shackle at the end….
Go check out ASR they sell winch lines with a coating
Been running a soft eye on mine as well. Field fixable, cheap, and makes going from
My suck down winch (absolutely love it BTW) to regular a breeze.
This is brilliant
Congrats Nate🥳
Just got to say I dig it, I'm big into buying American made, and then I seen its made right here in the Great state of Idaho! Will buy for sure! Keep up the great work, love the videos especially the jeep truck build!
Right on! Thanks for the support my friend!
Are you going to post a video on how to do our own loop on the winch rope? I need a really dumbed down version lol.
Absolutely!!! That video should go live in the next 2 weeks 👊
Nice, Happy Thanksgiving Nate.
Does not having a coating on the end not wear out the rope and expose it to loads of UV? I was always told UV kills synthetic rope. I would also think it being on the front with nothing covering it, it would take a lot of wear an tear.
Very interesting video. Happy thanksgiving to you my friend.
Thanks! You as well 🙌
Getting ready to buy our first Jeep, a JKUR. Will be the wife’s daily driver up here in Georgetown, so love the idea of her having a metal free winch system. What winch would you throw this on (preferably with remote)? Aside from a place to mount, fairlead and soft shackles what else should we look at to make this a complete system? Will likely be going on a LOD JK shorty front bumper.
Nice!! I live north of the 45th in Michigan typically it's to wet to for synthetic, however very well done!!!
I don't see the need to switch to this personally. My system works just fine with a hook on the end of it. 🙂
It looks like a great product Nate, we’ll done. I have to say though others have already been doing this. Maxtrax for one.
Thanks Nate.
Looks awesome.
Looks like a great idea. I haven’t installed my winch yet so I’m looking forward to loop tying tutorial. However, being that I’m balling on a budget, I’ll be waiting for a cheaper, lighter, synthetic version of the fairlead to come out.
👏👏👏👏👏Good work! 🇺🇸 KEEP AT IT!
Absolutely stellar idea!!
Way to go Nate!
May the father in the heavens bless you and yours this Thanksgiving day . 2021.
Hey Nate! Lance here. Great design and video!! You’re the man!!! In prep for the Rubicon I bought a winch with steel cable and roller lead so I could save cash to purchase your fairlead and winch line off your website. What line do you recommend 3/8 x ?’. Thanks Nate.
Looks sweet man.
Well now I gotta sell my new flat link. This is genius. I have been wondering how to do a suck down with the flat link. I just bought a new winch for my build but I’ll definitely get one of these fairly priced ropes when I need a replacement.
Yes!!!! Now this is it
I wish I'd have thought of spreading this idea years ago. Maybe now i won't have to answer 50 eleven questions on why I don't have a hook on my winchline.
I also only run half a drum of rope. That's for your next video when you explain winch ratings.
Chevy Suburban’s are made in America still. No LS swap needed. :)
lol
Well, when I ditch steel cable (been using it all my life and know how to keep it safe), I’d strongly consider this. Great idea Nate!
I don't see a reason to switch from steel cable... I have yet to see any of the winches on tow trucks switch from steel to synthetic either... Not worried about UV damage with steel...
@@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire I’m not in a hurry to make the switch. I’ll wear my current cable out first (which will take a long time), but synthetic is nice for several reasons.
Love everything about it...except the price. I think it's WAY over priced. Sadly, you can expect to see knockoffs coming from across the pond for 1/10th the price within the year.
People forget - or are ignorant of - that CNC machining is the cheapest way to make things from a chunk of metal - avoiding hyped terms like "billet" - lol precision sand repeatability is nice, not needing to pay skilled machinists (or as many) that should bring the price down - uhuh - ohh, the USA tax strikes- - Downunder we have the Aussie Tax. Anything local will cost ya. Pay/Charge for service not purely manufacturing location, that gets to bankruptcy fast..
I'd say even half that price would be reasonable. You definitely aren't going to see it for "1/10" though. You can't even buy the aluminum for that.
i really like this simple idea of the fairlead and rope,been knowing guys and myself that run a loop but really have no where to put it and sometimes you'd suck it in too far and boom your line is all in your bumper and now you got to fish it out wich can sometimes be a pain but oh well,loving the fairlead,for sure gonna buy it sometime soon :D
I love how he put " (Trigger Warning) " on the title lol 😂
Thank you.
$250 is a greet price!
i've done this with safe-xtract ropes for a couple years now. no metal... however, keeping a roller on the front keeps the friction and heat lower on the rope, which ultimately makes it fail. downside to that is you have nowhere for the end of the rope to sit, so it just has to flop around. Most of the Colorado 4x4 Rescue and Recovery team has adopted this platform.
I'm going to test this in a video! I bet the "heat" is not a reality but the good thing is I don't have to guess. I will do a bunch of hard winch pulls and test it in real time 👊
Any guesses on how hot you think your rope gets with a smooth fairlead?
@@DirtLifestyle in a straight line pull you won't have much. do a "recovery" where you are stationary but pulling at a 45 against the edge of the fairlead for a while. Like a redirect winch to a tree, down to another really heavy vehicle. some times we get on tight trails where we can't angle the rigs to make it a straight line pull. (we have lots of pics on instagram and facebook). We've seen numerous failures of both brand new and old lines from the heat. with the roller, there is almost no heat as the line rolls with the fairlead, vs the hawse is just all friction. I burned a new rope really fast on the power wagon, but the 19 and up you can't put a roller on it, so i'm stuck with the hawse.
@@DirtLifestyle i'll tag you on an instagram upload showing what i mean.
@@DirtLifestyle I bet there is absolutely no marginal difference in temperature. This kind of test smacks of counter intuitive results!
FINALLY, someone is talking about this aspect of it. Has been my number one question/concern ever since it came out.
Right on!!!
New to your channel and I am loving what I have seen so far! I will be going back to catch up on some of your other content. Also a BIG thumbs up for doing American Made. We need of that in this country.
Thank you! Happy to have you aboard my friend 👊
This is so sick!! Cant wait to pick mine up man