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Originally Posted by mightywombat
As an offshoot of the winch idea and as a way to save weight I would suggest researching lightweight stronger than anything rope. Particularly the type used on sailboats that is designed to hold incredible loads. Check it out:
http://www.layline.com/llf/llpages/h...riga/page2.htm
Just an example:
1/8" diameter
.6 lbs/100 feet
2200 lbs break load |
I was thinking the same thing. Infact, I have been researching boat trailor winches that are designed for rope. I figure I would strip them down.