Factor 55 | "The Splicer" Install | Winch Line Splicing Instructions

In this video we remove the factory hook on our Smittybuilt X20 Gen 2 Winch and replace it with a splice on shackle mount from Factor 55 called "The Splicer". In doing so we are able to increase safety by moving to a closed winch system. Join us as we show you how to install this type of winch line mount.
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Instructional video:
Fast Fid: • Factor 55 Fast Fid- Ro...
Splicer: • Factor 55 Splicer
Splicing: • How I SPLICE ROPE! Eit...

[@alanburleigh7696]

I switched over to soft shackles in my recovery kit. I like them a lot more. Great video!

[@darksideemt]

That's pretty cool and never knew how to do that kind of thing. Thanks for always teaching us sir.

[@extraordinarymoments]

As a maritime historian, I give you "High Water Marks" on job well done, and "Splice the mainbrace" which means the crew (in your case the captain) receives an extra ration of rum

[@2explore828]

Having sailed the Great Lakes for 10 years, recognized the fid and technique right away... looks like an awesome mod... another great video!

[@vernonbennettiii3646]

Very informative, Brad!

[@jeepgreatstories]

You’re always a super stud in my eyes. 😂🤣

[@hj7993]

Great explanation. Thanks

[@jeep6242]

Thanks, The factor 55 site has no picture or explanation as to how this works. I mean I get the splicing part, but they don't even have a pic of the thimble from the back on their site to be able to confirm how this functions.

[@markpolomski9921]

No need to do that taper. The Factor55 splicer will pull the rope through w/o the taper. I hit the cut end with a lighter - probably not necessary. Very nice explanation video!

[@itzreece6347]

Pretty cool, do you have any best ways to winch yourself or someone else out of certain situations?

[@abazdarhon]

I have recently removed broken lsd motor which engage “rear locker”. I notice that two cables go to one socket and eight to other one. Anyone one know to which cables I need connect switch to engage the motor itself so I can apply rear locker on my demand not when computer decide? I know it will potentially fire fault codes as sensors on wheels decide when the slip momentum is happen and engage the motor but I would like to be more in control while drive off road. Does any one have and can share electric schematic of the rear connection I am trolling about lol? It is two connectors one had two cables which is 12v power ( red and black) and other has 8 connections which I presume came from wheel sensors?

[@J.Lavigne]

How capable off-road would a 3.6L trail rated 2016 GC limited with air suspension be?

[@macmurfy2jka]

Boy, I could hear the nerves here, didn’t seem very comfortable. You don’t splice lines very often do you?