Factor 55 Flatlink Winch Hook (Gray)

Flatlink Winch Hook So you've got a shiny new winch, all mounted and ready to go. When you're in a recovery situation you need to demand the best winch accessories available. That's why we are proud to offer only the best, Factor 55®. Eliminate the conventional winch hook and replace it with a safer and stronger FlatLink shackle thimble and D-ring. The FlatLink shackle mount is the Industry’s first folding shackle mount for recovery winches.  With less than 1.75 inches of thickness, the Flatlink will work with all roller fairlead license plate mounting brackets. Conventional winch hooks can cut and fray recovery straps and often allow strap ends to escape during momentary slack cycles of a typical winching recovery.  Screw pin shackles do not allow strap loops to escape due to the secure screw pin attachment. The FlatLink does not require splicing and is compatible with steel cables or synthetic ropes up to 3/8 inches in diameter.  The cable eye is retained in the FlatLink by a 5/8 inc