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  1. smoothnu

    Winch Shear Pins

    I have used a cotter key that just fits in with great success. I have no way to test the tinsel strength though. It maybe to strong. If it is I have been very fortunate. Has anyone tested a cotter key? That would be a cheap fix if it is safe.
  2. smoothnu

    Winch Shear Pins

    Mr. Cranetruck, thank you for the info. Do you know the shear strength of this 2017 alloy? I found some 3/8" 2024T4 round stock and was hoping I could use this for my 5 ton and my deuce. (turned down for the deuce of coarse) It is my understanding that the 2024T4 material is used for the deuces...
  3. smoothnu

    Winch Shear Pins

    What size is the 5 tons shear pin?
  4. smoothnu

    Winch Shear Pins

    AL 2024 T3 or T4 has a tensile of 68000 psi a yield of 47000 and most important (to us anyways) shear strength of 41000 psi. I have no idea if this is to much for these winches or not. So I am probably going to go with AL6061 T6 which has a shear strength of 30,000 psi. You can buy a 5/16" 3'...
  5. smoothnu

    Winch Shear Pins

    The shear pins that came with my truck were strong enough to drag the truck while it was locked down.
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