We would like to share some truck recovery tips and tricks for those of you who may not have purchased a set of TruckClaws. In fact, if you’ve landed here, there’s a good chance you haven’t made the investment. No judgment! Please read on. TruckClaws were born out of necessity, and we have a heart for helping people.
There are a multitude of tricks out there to get your vehicle unstuck from snow, mud, ice, sand or snow. Some folks can get by with one or two tricks. Others may need to know a few more, depending on the type of vehicle, vehicle weight, location, what you are stuck in and how deep are all major factors.
TruckClaws are a fantastic stand-alone emergency traction aid as well as a wonderful addition to your existing truck recovery kit. While TruckClaws are reliable, reusable, and versatile, every vehicle recovery situation is unique. Additionally, how you use your TruckClaws can make all the difference. This article is intended to help you understand how to use TruckClaws, safely and effectively.
The most important tip when using TruckClaws is safety! Whenever you install TruckClaws, you must make sure they are installed properly according to the included instructions. First and foremost, make sure you have proper wheel clearance so as not to cause damage to your vehicle. Our warranty covers our product but not your vehicle! If you are reckless, or cause damage to your vehicle due to improper use of TruckClaws, we will not be held responsible.
It is important not to strap TruckClaws on and slam on the accelerator. When TruckClaws grab, they bite hard, so you must start slowly. TruckClaws are NOT intended to be driven on for long distances either. Their purpose is to get you unstuck, and to be removed immediately. Always make sure no one is standing near your wheels when using TruckClaws, so flying debris cannot injure anyone.
Your TruckClaws must be installed on your drive wheels so they can grab and move your vehicle forward. If you install Truckclaws on a front-wheel-drive vehicle, you must be sure to keep the steering wheel straight or you risk reducing your wheel clearance.
Different vehicle load weights and scenarios will produce different results, so sometimes you need to think creatively when using TruckClaws. Here are some tips you can try in different scenarios.
When getting unstuck from “sugar sand” (fine grain, dry sand), moisture can help. It sometimes helps to pour water in front of the tires where TruckClaws are installed to aid the traction cleats and to gain forward momentum. Many of our customers find themselves stuck at the beach where they have plenty of access to water! But some of our customers find themselves stuck out on a desert in the Midwest or near an oil field in the Middle East. In these scenarios, bring extra water on your trip in case you need to try this trick out.
