I am planning to use Amsteel going to try 1/8 th which has a load rating of 2300lbs. Going with us domestic Amsteel instead of an off shore brand. I feel the price will be justified and quality will be higher.
If my sheaves and drum don’t hold it well enough then I may opt to use a larger size. Which will only increase the maximum load strength. However I’m experimenting with the 1/8 in hopes it rides in the sheaves and drum well and will provide maximum smoothness, reduced input effort and overall better feel.
