These parallel gripping pliers are a “Must Have Tool” when using winch extension cables or more commonly referred to as “Wire Rope”. It will allow you to attach your winch hook at any location with in the length of the cable. The harder the pulling force, the tighter they grip. This is a commercial grade tool specially designed for pulling on cable. They are made by Eagle Line Tools for overhead linemen and utility workers. The quality construction assures you a lifetime of reliability and hard use. The rated working load capacity is a hefty 5000 Lbs. of pulling force. This model is designed to work with 1/8” to 1/2” diameter cable. Having a winch is great, but you need to be equipped with all of the supportive hardware as well if you want to get the most out of your winch. Buy yours today! Made in the U.S.A. Not for use on suspended loads, rescue operations or in life-threatening situations A NOTE FROM MONTANA JACK'S ABOUT WINCHING YOUR ATV When it comes to winching your ATV, as much or more important than having a transferable winch mounting system, is being prepared with winch cable extensions and parallel grip pliers. In many cases, a standard 50-foot winch cable will not be long enough. Winch cable extensions considering stretch, bulk and weight ratio are the best answer. Also, parallel grip pliers will allow you to conveniently utilize the winch cable extensions without damaging them... From my own experience, not having the winch where you need it and/or not being prepared with cable extensions and grip pliers, means you might as well not have a winch at all. Believe me, several times I have been able to save my bacon because I was prepared with these items. After using these for yourself, you wont leave home without them either. Some other tips: To connect winch cable extensions together, use 5/16 Quick Links; and for safety, use a winch hook that is equipped with a spring-loaded safety gate.
Important: Never use your ATV winch or any other unnaproved hardware on suspended loads, rescue operations or life-threatening situations. None of these items are approved for overhead suspended loads, rescue operations, or life threatening situations.