Winches? Questions, questions, questions....
Winches? Questions, questions, questions....
So now that I have a winch ready bumper for the new Rubicon X (realize I need a mounting plate), which winch? Say that three times fast
Steel cable vs. Synthetic rope?
Warn vs. Other?
What do I need to use the winch properly? I see on-line descriptions like: "Kit includes, Snatch block, 30` recovery strap, tree trunk protector, 2 d-rings, winch line dampner and gloves." What do I need to start? I need some education on how to use this stuff too please.
That should stir things up a bit .... ready .... go!
Thanks in advance for the advice!
--Rob
Steel cable vs. Synthetic rope?
Warn vs. Other?
What do I need to use the winch properly? I see on-line descriptions like: "Kit includes, Snatch block, 30` recovery strap, tree trunk protector, 2 d-rings, winch line dampner and gloves." What do I need to start? I need some education on how to use this stuff too please.
That should stir things up a bit .... ready .... go!
Thanks in advance for the advice!
--Rob
Been looking at the Warn 9.5cti-s and the Zeon 10s. Not sure which is better or why right now but they seem to be popular in the forums. I am anxious to hear from folks that actually use their winches...am cautious about anything in a form (but then again it has to be true since it is on the Internet).
--Rob
--Rob
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I have a ~9k Rugged Ridge winch that works pretty well. It's my first winch. It's a little slow, but does the job.
If I had to do it over again I would probably just pick up one of the Harbor Freight winches and spend the saved money on a good synthetic rope. I hate pulling cable, and it can be a royal pain to unwind and rewind if it wads up when you are using it.
If you get a synthetic rope, you wont need the gloves or line damper. The tree hugger and snatch blocks are optional, but I wouldn't go without a good recovery strap or D rings.
I just got a coupon today for a 12k winch at Harbor Freight for around $250.
If you want fast and tough, and dont mind having an enormous anchor on the front of your rig, then you cant beat a good Warn 8274.
Here is some reading material: http://www.fourwheeler.com/how-to/129-1 ... -shootout/
If I had to do it over again I would probably just pick up one of the Harbor Freight winches and spend the saved money on a good synthetic rope. I hate pulling cable, and it can be a royal pain to unwind and rewind if it wads up when you are using it.
If you get a synthetic rope, you wont need the gloves or line damper. The tree hugger and snatch blocks are optional, but I wouldn't go without a good recovery strap or D rings.
I just got a coupon today for a 12k winch at Harbor Freight for around $250.
If you want fast and tough, and dont mind having an enormous anchor on the front of your rig, then you cant beat a good Warn 8274.
Here is some reading material: http://www.fourwheeler.com/how-to/129-1 ... -shootout/
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if I had more play money i would buy warn and put syn line on it after the cable that came on it 9.5cti
if i were spending someone elses money id buy warn with syn line on it already i like the powerplant but have no real experience
in reallity i run used winches with steel cable and have aquired straps over time, ramsey tmax
they all pull me out of the crap out of the and work
mainly dont get caught up in the interweb hipe
if i were spending someone elses money id buy warn with syn line on it already i like the powerplant but have no real experience
in reallity i run used winches with steel cable and have aquired straps over time, ramsey tmax
they all pull me out of the crap out of the and work
mainly dont get caught up in the interweb hipe
It's the internet, but here's a discussion and some pics.
Winch mounting on the factory Rubi X bumper.
http://www.wranglerforum.com/f19/rubico ... 42033.html
Winch mounting on the factory Rubi X bumper.
http://www.wranglerforum.com/f19/rubico ... 42033.html
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Find a good used 8274. Even if you have to do some rehab, I think most guys will tell it's a good unit. Curtis got the last one we knew about
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-By driving a Scout, you my friend have recycled, which is more than those pansy Prius owners can say.
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OldGreen wrote:Chrispy wrote:Warn 9.5 cti with synthetic rope. Only way to go.
Agree with this.. .selling mine was one of the more critical errors I've made (I have made MANY), but the only downside is that I think it is on the small side for a JKU with all the stuff on it.
But, his is a 2-door, not a JKU. I think that is the right set up for his.
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iaccocca wrote:OldGreen wrote:Chrispy wrote:Warn 9.5 cti with synthetic rope. Only way to go.
Agree with this.. .selling mine was one of the more critical errors I've made (I have made MANY), but the only downside is that I think it is on the small side for a JKU with all the stuff on it.
But, his is a 2-door, not a JKU. I think that is the right set up for his.
Perfect. .9-10k winch with Synthetic. . .that one or the 10k Zeon. That new one looks sexay. . .
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iaccocca wrote:OldGreen wrote:Chrispy wrote:Warn 9.5 cti with synthetic rope. Only way to go.
Agree with this.. .selling mine was one of the more critical errors I've made (I have made MANY), but the only downside is that I think it is on the small side for a JKU with all the stuff on it.
But, his is a 2-door, not a JKU. I think that is the right set up for his.
Plenty of winch for a 2 door and technically sufficient for even my (heavy) 4 door
Lance
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Building a capable off roader is easy, building a street legal one that you can wheel and then drive daily is the challenge...
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For now I'll keep the two anchors (off brand winches) I have at either end (unless given a nice shiny Warn), and save up for some synthetic rope, as my cables are a mess in only two years, but have served me well.
Extra goodies ~ Definitely need a good tree saver a couple of d-ring (shackle anchors), gloves and a snatch block or pulley is a good idea.
Extra goodies ~ Definitely need a good tree saver a couple of d-ring (shackle anchors), gloves and a snatch block or pulley is a good idea.
Lance
Building a capable off roader is easy, building a street legal one that you can wheel and then drive daily is the challenge...
2007 JKU, 7" RK lift, 40s, ARBs, 5.38s, Headers, Fox Coilovers, etc. http://www.Livin4Today.com
Building a capable off roader is easy, building a street legal one that you can wheel and then drive daily is the challenge...
2007 JKU, 7" RK lift, 40s, ARBs, 5.38s, Headers, Fox Coilovers, etc. http://www.Livin4Today.com
JK Lance wrote:For now I'll keep the two anchors (off brand winches) I have at either end (unless given a nice shiny Warn), and save up for some synthetic rope, as my cables are a mess in only two years, but have served me well.
Extra goodies ~ Definitely need a good tree saver a couple of d-ring (shackle anchors), gloves and a snatch block or pulley is a good idea.
Note what Lance says about the cable. I can't agree more with the "steel getting messed up". The off-brand winches that are made TODAY work fine. Anything prior to about 2010 was questionable. But, synthetic rope is the best invention in off-road since. . .uh. . .1941. Or fuel injection. . .
By the way, the fact that a winch is your first upgrade shows a TON of intelligence!!!!! Nice work!!!! Safety and Recovery should always be Number 1!!!
rskiba wrote:Winch purchase is first followed closely by a Hi-Lift....I see another thread coming soon!
--Rob
You should start one in the projects and buildups section.
You could also buy this winch: http://kpr.craigslist.org/pts/4311695535.html
And...I am scared as HECK of highlift jacks. No question that they are the right tool occasionally, but they are one of the most dangerous tools I have ever seen.
OldGreen wrote:Chrispy wrote:Warn 9.5 cti with synthetic rope. Only way to go.
Agree with this.. .selling mine was one of the more critical errors I've made (I have made MANY), but the only downside is that I think it is on the small side for a JKU with all the stuff on it.
I'm really glad you did I love that winch!! By far the best winch I have ever used.
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Here is some reading material: http://www.fourwheeler.com/how-to/129-1 ... -shootout/
That's the reason I went with the Superwinch EP9.0. At the time it was manufactured in Conn. but now I guess its China.
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