Grip systems

Jack TGA

Jack TGA

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Do wheel grip systems work? I'm looking at the milenco lattice wheel grip and the slightly smaller fiamma grip system... wondering if these could be lifesavers or a waste of payload and space. (I'm thinking I could end up it either some sandy spots near beaches)
 
Again standby for differing views here... yes they do work BUT only if you get correct ones... However IMV you need to have decent tyres first and RWD
Incidently I have proper off road sand ladders... not cheap but never let me down.
 
poppycamper said:
Again standby for differing views here... yes they do work BUT only if you get correct ones... However IMV you need to have decent tyres first and RWD
Incidently I have proper off road sand ladders... not cheap but never let me down.
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Thanks. What are the correct ones?
 
poppycamper said:
Again standby for differing views here... yes they do work BUT only if you get correct ones... However IMV you need to have decent tyres first and RWD
Incidently I have proper off road sand ladders... not cheap but never let me down.
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I just found out I have FWD. So that saves a purchase!
 
the grip mats are ok to park on to help prevent some sinking but when you loose traction on the FWD you need something that is not going to slide out from under and long enough for you to get momentum, then go back and collect it.

I have a roll up sort of rope ladder i have had for a long while and it has saved a number of red faces over the years and not just for me.
i will see if i can find a link as its not marked with a maker.
 
Go to any off road excessory shop and look for sand ladders or bridging ladders. Dearer but much better than the flimcy Milenenco yellow things.
These ladders are long enuf to park van on (to stop sinking) and then give you a run to get momentum before end of ladder.
 
What is the difference going forward in a RWD or backwards in a FWD ?

If I suspect I may have sunk a little or there has been a bit of rain I reverse my FWD first.

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never had to use them yet..

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Phill D said:
similar but a bit more than i paid.

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Thanks. I can't find the others anywhere. Those grip tracks have the same number of rungs but the ropes are a lot shorter, 1.5m
 
info
Mr. Go Auto Emergency Traction Aid
mr. go auto emergency traction aid
These cleverly designed traction aids are completely flexible and roll up for easy storage. The flexible roll-out design means that the Mr. Go Auto Emergency Traction Aid conforms to the surface beneath, making them ideal for quick deployment on uneven surfaces, no shoveling required. High strength rubber ribs are molded over a galvanized steel core for strength, and the manufacturer says the design is virtually indestructible.
Two mats are included, and some owners prefer to carry these in their vehicle as an alternative to installing tire chains in certain conditions. The Mr. Go Auto Emergency Traction Aid is priced in the same ballpark as a single tow-truck call, meaning that they could pay for themselves on the first use.
Serious off-roaders may wish for something a little more rugged and durable, but as a general-use traction mat that’ll do the job in most situations, the Mr. Go Auto Emergency Traction Aid should hit the mark.
  • Pros/Roll up design for easy storage, virtually indestructible, flexible design easily conforms to the surface beneath, no shoveling required
  • Cons/Some owners complain of a bad smell from the rubber, may be more difficult to clean than some alternatives
 
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the ones i have i tie the rope to the chassis of the van before driving over them then keep driving until i am clear or on hard standing. the fact they are tied to the van means they are dragged out of the ground and i do not need to go back and get them or in deep mud struggle to get them free.

as you can tell i have been there , done that!!:rolleyes:

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Not had to use it yet, but I got a large heavy duty rubber dorrmat and cut in two to form 2 strips 25cm wide and 1 metre long. Not as much profile as the ladder above, but probably much cheaper and suspect nearly as effective, but not tried yet

Amazon product ASIN B00JPCUTUU
The strips are just kept on the floow of the garage
 
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Onemanandhisdog said:
What is the difference going forward in a RWD or backwards in a FWD ?

If I suspect I may have sunk a little or there has been a bit of rain I reverse my FWD first.
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Modern FWD reverse gear is higher than 1st so better going forward.
 
poppycamper said:
Go to any off road excessory shop and look for sand ladders or bridging ladders. Dearer but much better than the flimcy Milenenco yellow things.
These ladders are long enuf to park van on (to stop sinking) and then give you a run to get momentum before end of ladder.
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I'm finding most at 80cm long. But 140cm also on ebay. Do you think 80cm is enough?
 
Jack TGA said:
I'm finding most at 80cm long. But 140cm also on ebay. Do you think 80cm is enough?
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The ones I have are tracmat(.co.uk).
They come in 1000/1220 and 1465 lengths... ideally the longer the better to give you a decent run. However you need to think where to stow them.
 
And weight. Some are really heavy.

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I have a set of these for sale @£30 if anyone interested. i cant fit them in my garage

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Phill D said:
info
Mr. Go Auto Emergency Traction Aid
mr. go auto emergency traction aid
These cleverly designed traction aids are completely flexible and roll up for easy storage. The flexible roll-out design means that the Mr. Go Auto Emergency Traction Aid conforms to the surface beneath, making them ideal for quick deployment on uneven surfaces, no shoveling required. High strength rubber ribs are molded over a galvanized steel core for strength, and the manufacturer says the design is virtually indestructible.
Two mats are included, and some owners prefer to carry these in their vehicle as an alternative to installing tire chains in certain conditions. The Mr. Go Auto Emergency Traction Aid is priced in the same ballpark as a single tow-truck call, meaning that they could pay for themselves on the first use.
Serious off-roaders may wish for something a little more rugged and durable, but as a general-use traction mat that’ll do the job in most situations, the Mr. Go Auto Emergency Traction Aid should hit the mark.
  • Pros/Roll up design for easy storage, virtually indestructible, flexible design easily conforms to the surface beneath, no shoveling required
  • Cons/Some owners complain of a bad smell from the rubber, may be more difficult to clean than some alternatives
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I have two pairs of these, not sure if same brand only used once when I took the precaution of parking on them as grass area looked a little soft. Drove off no problem, then realised all those folk advising tying them on a rope are right, had to walk back to get them. My only concern is the weight, not sure of actual weight but are heavy. We now only take both pairs if knowing weather will be bad and expect a grass pitch. I prefer to pre-park on the mats, I suppose if you are already stuck you will to jack up and then slide them in, be interesting if in a deep rut also would need spreader plate to stop jack sinking in.
 
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68c said:
I have two pairs of these, not sure if same brand only used once when I took the precaution of parking on them as grass area looked a little soft. Drove off no problem, then realised all those folk advising tying them on a rope are right, had to walk back to get them. My only concern is the weight, not sure of actual weight but are heavy. We now only take both pairs if knowing weather will be bad and expect a grass pitch. I prefer to pre-park on the mats, I suppose if you are already stuck you will to jack up and then slide them in, be interesting if in a deep rut also would need spreader plate to stop jack sinking in.
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the ones i have are considerably lighter and easy to stow away. when stuck even in a rut lay them out and leave just enough for the tyre to drag it under when the wheel turns .
these are without doubt the best compromise of weight stowability ( if thats a word )and effective for a motorhome i have used.
GRip King
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Milenco grip mats got me out of serious trouble when front driving wheels sank deep in soft sand. :giggle:

Much better than Fiamma IMHO.

So impressed, bought another set, so now carry 2 pairs. Inexpensive, lightweight and not bulky. (y)

If carrying space is at a premium, which for us in a PVC it is, but I'd probably go for something more substantial if plenty of storage space. :unsure:

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Lenny HB said:
Modern FWD reverse gear is higher than 1st so better going forward.
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I always thought that a higher gear was better in slippy conditions because it reduces the torque available and may help to get you moving.

If parking on a slope and you will be driving away uphill, Always better to park with the drive wheels pointing down the slope.
 

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