Arb bar recovery point option

[Sir Prado Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Sir Prado]

Hi All,
This is what I did for front recovery points on my 2012 GXL, The main reason I went down this path was I have not found ones in the after market that I think would take the side loads found in some recovery & winching operations.
This option also uses 3 bolts for a bit more peace of mind, Also I have the tools required to design and fabricate these with ease.
This only took me 1/2 hour on the cnc plasma and about 6 hours on a weekend morning to complete and best of all I did not have to completely remove the bar to install:-D.

If anybody is keen I would be happy to help if your local to Perth or email the Autocad file of the parts for you to get cut by your local laser or plasma cutting shop

some pics

[Andosan Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Andosan]

Your design is fairly elaborate. However I do have to ask the question - why do feel it would be better for side loading, other than perhaps the thickness? The reason I ask is that you have a short section at the front (with the slot to accept a shackle) that is joined by a weld. Any side loading on that joint will create a scenario where the weld is at its weakest.Ando

[Sir Prado Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Sir Prado]

Hi Andosan,

Mate I reckon this is stronger in a side load due to....
1. 16mm plate compared to most at 12mm
2. 3 bolts compared to 2 that's 50% more
3. load is spread over a larger surface area
4. The weld is as strong if not stronger than the parent metal, It has full V prep both sides and is 3 run 2 layer both sides done with a procedure that complies to AS4991 'Lifting Devices'

Regards

Sir Prado

[Richoson Avid PP Poster! Find all posts View Profile Close Richoson]

Hi Andosan,

Mate I reckon this is stronger in a side load due to....
1. 16mm plate compared to most at 12mm
2. 3 bolts compared to 2 that's 50% more
3. load is spread over a larger surface area
4. The weld is as strong if not stronger than the parent metal, It has full V prep both sides and is 3 run 2 layer both sides done with a procedure that complies to AS4991 'Lifting Devices'

Regards

Sir Prado

Sir Prado (like the title)

I like your design and coming from an engineering background understand you construction, the issue you will have is that "Clubs" will want a SWL or rating certificate and even Pradopoint have concerns for GTG's. An ongoing battle that folks with engineering knowledge will never win.

See ya on the tracks, Richo.

[Sir Prado Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Sir Prado]

Sir Prado (like the title)

I like your design and coming from an engineering background understand you construction, the issue you will have is that "Clubs" will want a SWL or rating certificate and even Pradopoint have concerns for GTG's. An ongoing battle that folks with engineering knowledge will never win.

See ya on the tracks, Richo.

Ok leave it with me I'll get some NDT done and run some simulated load testing on a model.
I'll be happy to supply a certificate with a WLL once I've done this.
It will take a bit of time but I'll get back to you

Regards
Sir Prado

[fido666 Banned Find all posts View Profile Close fido666]

Looks like a substantial bit of kit. I've been having my own battles trying to get aftermarket points working with my TJM bar but it's finally looking at being resolved. I've had to wait for prototyping, test fitting, destruction testing (WLL certification), and factory production implementation and it's been a long road so kudos to you for making the effort.

[Craigo72 Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Craigo72]

Nice work, looks good.