Winch cable question
#2
Re: Winch cable question
I often wonder about this winch LBS thing sometimes. 12,000 lbs ? Are you going to hoist your Jeep up a tree ? I haul about 100 boats in the fall on our small hydraulic trailer that are about 20,000lbs with a cheapie little winch and 1/4inch 7/19 wrap SS cable. Hasn't failed me in 10 years. I do admit I like the looks of the wench on the front....looks like you mean bussiness !! Just my 2 cents worth !
#3
Re: Winch cable question
You have to remember...the winch might not always be for you :) I've come across a few people out on the trails and yes a 12,000lbs winch (which I have) was needed. And I bought a cheaper one (superwinch) so I went a little bigger than I would have if I had of got a Warn.
#6
Re: Winch cable question
My personal Experience with both remember there are exceptions to all of these.
Pros Wire:
Inexpensive
Longer Life Span
No Difference In Accessories (****** Block, Fairlead etc)
Pro Synthetic:
Light Weight
Floats In Water (Real Big Bonus)
Safe
Pros Wire:
Inexpensive
Longer Life Span
No Difference In Accessories (****** Block, Fairlead etc)
Pro Synthetic:
Light Weight
Floats In Water (Real Big Bonus)
Safe
#8
Re: Winch cable question
The safety with a synthetic is a major plus, if the cable snaps it doesn't store energy and come flying back at you it just drops to the ground.
If you do get a synthetic I foud it takes a bit to get it to seat on the drum, it doesn't seem to spool on as tightly as a steel cable.
If you do get a synthetic I foud it takes a bit to get it to seat on the drum, it doesn't seem to spool on as tightly as a steel cable.
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