Lighter weight log chains -- where to buy?

[SmallChange]

I want to find a smaller log chain, 5/16" G70, with a slip hook on one end and a grab hook on the other, and no spring clip on the slip hook. I can't find it though.

Amazon has it in 14', perfect, except there's a spring clip. I've been pinched and poked enough times already, no more spring clips (unless it was a lifting thing that deserved it). They also have clevis slip hooks without, but only in quantities of like a half dozen, which are $$$.

Also tried TSC, Harbor Freight, McMaster (where I could make one up but the prices are quite high), Home Depot.

Any good bets I'm missing? Where's your favorite "Log Chains R Us" store?

Thanks!!

 

[Citydude]

This what your needing?

Logging Chain Choker Hook 5/16" and 3/8" and Chain Slip Hook

Buy logging chain choker hook in available size 5/16" and 3/8". Red color logging chain slip hook with working load limit of 4500 lbs - 6900 lbs. Call Now!

www.myteeproducts.com

 

[bcp]

Buy the Amazon chain and remove the spring clip.

Bruce

 

[setxjeff]

I use these from ebay

(2 Pack) 5/16" Logging Chain Choker Red Hook - Grade 80 2 Tons - 4500 Lbs WLL | eBay

Working Load Limit: 4500 lbs. Capacity : 2 Tons. Specially designed to keep chain from accidently existing the hook. Large bowl allows chain to move freely inside the hook once inserted. Size : 5/16" Hook.

www.ebay.com

 

[Ken45101]

I have bought tie down chains and load binders from towing equipment companies, TrucknTow is one that I can remember. They have 5/16" G70 transport chain for $1.99/ft, free shipping.

 

[MF RED in MT]

I bought the 20' grade 70, 5/16" truckers chain at HF and 2 clevis slip hook 5/16" at Amazon, and then cut the chain into 2 10ft lengths and installed the slip hooks on the open chain ends.

5/16 in. x 20 ft. Grade 70 Trucker's Chain

Amazing deals on this 5/16In X 20Ft Grade 70 Trucker'S Chain at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

National Hardware N177-261 Clevis Slip Hook 5/16 Inch Blue Forged Steel

5/16 inch, blue clevis slip hook, designed for making quick connections with chain in industrial and construction applications, boxed loose.

www.hardwareandtools.com

Hope this helps,

KC

 

[ROUSTABOUT]

Everyone is overlooking the pawn shop bargains. Flea markets. Junk sales.

 

[4570Man]

Everyone is overlooking the pawn shop bargains. Flea markets. Junk sales.

Most people think that their rusted out grade 43 chain has a gold link. I don’t recall ever seeing a good price on a chain at a yard sale or auction.

 

[ROUSTABOUT]

Plus you can take a clevis slip hook and weld a piece on the tip of the hook. Piece needs to point to the clevis part. Let it stop 5/16" short of the clevis part. Stays on the log better.

 

[ROUSTABOUT]

Most people think that their rusted out grade 43 chain has a gold link. I don’t recall ever seeing a good price on a chain at a yard sale or auction.

I could probably easily fill a 55 gal drum with chain. A lot of it is grade 10.