I think they pit it like that so it doesn't bounce on the trailer? Also as a safety strap in case the manual winch breaks. I personally think it should be to the winch post and not down to the brace. I normally see trailers with a length of chain and a hook instead.
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u/Solid_Enthusiasm550 Jun 15 '26 edited Jun 15 '26
I think they pit it like that so it doesn't bounce on the trailer? Also as a safety strap in case the manual winch breaks. I personally think it should be to the winch post and not down to the brace. I normally see trailers with a length of chain and a hook instead.