Hello all,
I'm looking for information regarding a Westin T-Max winch, I'm in the market for a winch. The Westin I can get in the USA for about $ 700.

Has anyone used this winch before / or the make?
Good Reviews & bad both welcome.

Specifications
Part Number: 47-1612
Rated Line Pull: 12,000 lbs.(5440 kgs)Single-Line
Motor: 6.6HP Series-Wound
Control: Wireless Multi-control
Solenoid Style: Integrated Solenoid Module (ISM)
Gear Train: 3-Stage Planetary
Gear Ratio: 256:1
Clutch: Sliding Ring Gear
Brake: Automatic In-The-Drum
Drum Size: Diameter 2.52” (64mm) Length 8.82” (224mm)
Wire Rope: 100', 3/8” Diameter (30m, 9.5mm Diameter)
Fairlead: 4-Way Roller Fairlead
Recommended Battery: 650CCA minimum for winching
Battery Leads: 25mm2, 72” (1.83m)
Finish: Dark Gray
Weight: 101 lbs. (45.8kg)
Overall Dimensions: (L x W x H) 21.3” x 6.3” x 10.0”
Mounting Bolt Pattern: 10.00”+0.015” x 4.50” + 0.010”
Remove Control: Included

If not, what would be a good winch to recommend?


Thanks!

 

Your talking $1000. after taxes and shipping pros and cons? Superwinch (had a used 9000X for years) bought a 8500 at CTC for $400. Costco has a Champion for the same price.. I know guys with both which is better? Without being the winch boy and using it when ever your in trouble is in my idea a good winch to have. Warn another good name big bucks - never had one can't say - many swear by this brand. I know my reply isn't saying weather you shud buy from the usa or not.. but u could buy 2 Superwinches or Champions for that price.. One thing I would say if you can get one with ROPE cable instead of WIRE cable you will find it allot better.. especially you won't get a piece of wire into you fingers as the cable gets older...also allot less dangerous if its snaps.. always use caution when operating a winch...

 

Thanks Mr.White, I'd actually have the winch shipped to my cousin the US. He would bring it up to me here in Montreal, Price: $856.89 Sale Price: $634.10.
http://4wheelonline.com/Westin_T_Max....175105.646266

I've heard that Rope cable is better as well, just need something to pull me out. Warn is good, have that for my ATV.

I guess I'd like a winch I can rely on, if I have to spend a little extra to get that peace of mind. I'm for it. Getting stuck is fun, it's the waiting hours for help that isn't.

 

12000 lbs shud work real nice with your JK. Just don't go offroading alone, even with a winch. Better with min 3 trucks. Too many times I've seen guys go 1 truck with a buddy in pass seat, get stuck and have to walk out or could be worse have an accident.