stuck Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 As I know X-Eng usualy get a good review and contribute to this forum I was wondering if anybody can vouch for the effectiveness of their ground anchor (especialy in soft ground)? I've only ever used the ones where you knock a series of spikes into the floor before so I'm intrigued as to wether this one works. Many thanks, Mick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JST Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 It worked very well for Nick and I last year in the Howlin Wolf series, as with most gnd anchors though it wont like rocky (ie Welsh stone) ground! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobbymogs Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 as James said above and a real plus point is the weight that it saves im sure it is only 8Kgs compared to some coming in at OVER 20Kgs get 1 you know you want to................ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 What is the answer on rocky ground ..... ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ex_mod_90 Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 Hi Mick. I had the same quandry: http://forums.lr4x4.com/index.php?showtopic=36321 The feedback was that X-eng was the way to go. I recieved mine this week, and i'm very impressed, so is my co-driver, with the weight. Its a really well made piece of kit, and very solid. Just waiting to get out and try it. Rich. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 What is the answer on rocky ground ..... ? Waffle boards. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j90 mud Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 i usually use a d44 anchor but had the pleasure of using an x eng one on the scotia event on a 110.and it was very good in most types of ground. 2 little downsides are that it is harder to get out than the d44 when dug well in and the blade is non removable. its also needs a bracket ala d44 to hold it outside the car when in heavy use rather than the quickfists that many folk use. bottom line is its well worth buying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmy511 Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 i usually use a d44 anchor but had the pleasure of using an x eng one on the scotia event on a 110.and it was very good in most types of ground.2 little downsides are that it is harder to get out than the d44 when dug well in and the blade is non removable. its also needs a bracket ala d44 to hold it outside the car when in heavy use rather than the quickfists that many folk use. bottom line is its well worth buying. ill second that, i was kindly lent the said x eng ground anchor when i was having difficulties with mine in the hard icey ground. They seem to dig in and get a hold very easily and requide minimum standing on ect to get to start digging down. the best bit is they weight nothing and can be easily carried in one hand/used as a walking aid. unlike my goldigger anchor which you need a winch to move it and you cant really sprint with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveG Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 its also needs a bracket ala d44 to hold it outside the car when in heavy use rather than the quickfists that many folk use. IIRC a bracket has been available for a while now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j90 mud Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 yep i have just seen the clamp brackets on x eng website but they are a pain to use when you are covered in mud and wearing gloves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuck Posted March 6, 2009 Author Share Posted March 6, 2009 Cheers Gents, Looks light my wallet is going to get even lighter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JST Posted March 6, 2009 Share Posted March 6, 2009 What is the answer on rocky ground ..... ? put a strop around a rock plate and pin tree tree stump anchor pray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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