We have two pieces of pipe,about 6" in diameter-1/4" wall, welded to the back of the bucket truck.There are three 1"dia. steel rods that pass through the pipe spaced about an inch and a half apart.These rods keep the rope from climbing over itself.We also have one of these set-ups that is portable and can be attached to a tree.I also have one of the original Port-a-wraps and found it to be very handy,not to mention light weight.There is also a capstan winch on the back of the bucket.The winch system has it's own hydraulic system seperate from the Hi-Ranger's.The spool of wire rope can be disengaged and the capstan hub installed for lifting pieces.I don't use the winch much but it's there if we need it.
I've found false crotches to be a must with some of these new 16 strand lines,they'll melt running through natural crotches.
Keith