Had a grapple cable snap on me mid-lift at a scrap yard in Detroit

Was moving a pile of crushed cars last Tuesday when the main hoist cable just let go. Dropped a 4 ton load about 15 feet - thankfully nobody was underneath. Had to shut down for 2 days while we replaced the whole cable assembly and checked everything else. Anyone had issues with OEM cables vs aftermarket ones lasting longer?

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mila_murphy22d ago

Yeah, that's basically a free stress test you didn't sign up for. I mean, OEM cables are usually fine if you're just lifting groceries or something, but for a 4 ton load of crushed cars, maybe check the ratings twice. Honestly, at least you got a story out of it and a reason to stare at the ceiling for two days.

blair99022d ago

Bro, you're making it sound like a near-death experience. Cables snap sometimes, it's part of the job. You swapped it out and fixed the problem, so where's the big deal?

wade_dixon22d ago

Yeah that "stress test" comment is right, OEM cables held up worse for me in heavy scrap loads.