This is the club I wheel with mandatory equipment list. One thing I would like to point out is chain is not something to use for jerking a truck out. It's a good way to get somebody killed. Chain is good for rigging up a hand winch or a Hi Lift but a propper "RECOVERY" strap is better and stronger for getting a vehicl unstuck using a second vehicle because it acts like a big rubber band.
A recovery strap will streach and should not be confused with a tow strap/ Tow straps do not streach so be careful to make sure of what your getting. Personnaly I like Keeper brand. I have been using the same 2x30 strap for 6 years without a problem. Most strap failures are users fault. Doing things like not cleaning the mud off them (the dirt acts like little razor blades and cuts the fibers of the strap). putting them up wet and they start to rot. Leaving them in the sun weakens them. Store them dry, clean and in the dark and they will last a long time.
Any way here is the list we require to be in every vehicle and I can asure you I have used every bit of it multiple times.
Georgia Bounty Runners 4WD Club, Inc.
Mandatory Safety/Recovery Equipment List
Name ______________________________
Vehicle: Year ___________ Make _____________ Model _________________
Group A (must have to go on any club run)
___ ___ Valid drivers license
___ ___ Vehicle insurance meeting State minimums
___ ___ Current State tag
___ ___ Seat belt for driver and all passengers
___ ___ Rollbar/Rollcage for all soft top (also recommended for any other removable tops)
___ ___ Battery securely bolted down (no rope or bungee)
___ ___ Approved front and rear tow points (hooks, receiver, tow eyes)
___ ___ Loose-fitting leather work gloves
___ ___ Jack, lug wrench, and spare tire of a comparable size to the vehicle tires
___ ___ Fire extinguisher (min. 2 l/2 lbs dry chemical ABC rated)
___ ___ First aid kit (bee/insect sting care should be included)
___ ___ Snatch/Tug strap (2" x 20', sewn eye ends without hooks, minimum 20,000 pounds)
___ ___ Secure all loose items (including coolers gas cans, tools recovery gear etc)
___ ___ Flashlight with extra batteries
___ ___ CB radio with 52" or short antenna
___ ___ Emergency medical information for all vehicle occupants (green sheet) consisting
of doctor's name, phone number, insurance company/policy number, special medical
conditions/allergies and emergency contact name and phone number(s)
Group B (must have after becoming a member for three months)
___ ___ Tree-saver strap (min 2" x 6")
___ ___ D-Clevis and/or shackle (min 5/8")
___ ___ Chain with grab hooks at both ends (min. 5/l6" x 20')
___ ___ Hand winch or come-a-long, 2 ton (or 4000 lbs) minimum
___ ___ Jumper cables (long and big)
___ ___ Shovel (min. l2' handle)
___ ___ Axe (24") and/or tree saw
___ ___ Flares and/or road reflectors
Group C (recommended)
___ ___ Pickax or Mattock
___ ___ Short chain with grab hooks at both ends (3/8" x 6')
___ ___ Hi-Lift jack, with accessories (wood base, extra chain, etc.)
(1) Inspected by ______________________________________Date _______________
(2) Inspected by ______________________________________Date _______________
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, SEE THE VICE PRESIDENT/SAFETY OFFICER
