Factor 55 FlatLink Series Red Shackle Mount Features: Precision machined from 6000 series aluminum Compatible with all roller fairlead license plate mounting brackets When folded flat – less than 1.75 inches of thickness Weight – 23 ounces Max load rating : 16,000 pounds Ultimate failure : greater than 40,000 pounds Fits steel cables and synthetic winch ropes to 3/8 inch diameters EPDM Rubber Guard protects alloy fairleads and cushions line stowage. Simple snap ring removal for shear pin. Fits common 3/4 shackles/D-Rings Eliminates hook rattle and fairlead damage. Safer and Stronger Alternative Eliminate the conventional winch hook and replace it with a safer and stronger FlatLink shackle thimble and D-Ring. Conventional winch hooks have a tendency of cutting and fraying recovery straps, and often allow straps ends to escape during momentary slack cycles of a typical recovery. To prevent this from happening, the FlatLink does not require any splicing and will work with steel cables and synthetic ropes up to 3/8" in diameter. The FlatLink Red Shackle Mount is also the industry's first folding shackle mount for recovery winches, and with less than 1.75" of thickness, this FlatLink will work with all roller fairlead license plate brackets. Heavy-Duty Construction Constructed using only premium materials, the FlatLink Shackle Mount was built to handle any application, any time. Specifically, the FlatLink is constructed out of 6000 Series billet aluminum and is anodized using a red powder-coat finish for even more durability. The cable eye is retained by the flatlink by a 5/8" diameter grade 5 steel double shear pin and internal snap ring. This keeps the shackle mount in place and ready to go at moment's notice. What's more, this shackle mount has a max load rating of 16,000 pounds, making your off-road recoveries a breeze. Best of all, this unit is backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty to help keep your investment protected. Frequently Asked Questions Q: Is the Flatlink E easy to install? A: Yes. Installation is simple and quick, using a standard winch line thimble to replace your existing hook without any permanent modifications Q: How does the FlatLink E improve winching safety? A: By enabling a closed-loop winching system, you eliminate the open-ended winch hook. This secure connection with a screw pin shackle reduces the risk of disconnection under load. Q: What type of winch lines is the FlatLink E compatible with? A: The FlatLink E works with both steel cables and synthetic winch lines up to 3/8" in diameter, fitting all standard 3/4" D-rings or shackles. Q: Can it be used with a fairlead? A: Yes! The FlatLink E is designed to work with most Hawse fairleads and provides a flat, secure surface to rest against the fairlead when not in use.
