winch questions
09-01-2004, 05:56 PM
#41
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Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
The manufactures that make the bumper to except the 2" receiver for
the TJ are not selling a class III hitch. They're sky, or bicycle
mounts. Look at your frame, if you put three ton on it, it'll fall on
the ground. The only way you could brace it to pull anything, is to take
the gas tank out, and install cross members like a Real Jeep:
http://www.apple.queensu.ca/CJ3B/Pho...ationChart.gif
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Steve wrote:
>
> Hi Jerry,
>
> You sure that a 2" receiver can't handle it? Yes, most class III hitches
> are rated at 5-6,000 lb, but class IV 2" receiver hitches can rate up to
> 10K. The front mount receiver hitch at the bottom of the following link
> has a rated winching capacity of 9K:
>
> http://www.etrailer.com/draw-tite.aspx
>
> I'm soon gonna build bumpers and was planning on integrated 2"x2"
> receivers front and rear to handle a portable winch cradle for all the
> good reasons listed by snwbrdrpr. Assuming that I design my bumpers to
> take advantage of all possible vehicle mount points and that the
> receiver tubes and surrounding bumper are sufficiently beefy (3/16") and
> properly welded, do I need to be concerned about using a 9K winch on a
> portable cradle?
>
> Anyone got any good links on bumper design/construction when integrating
> a receiver tube?
>
> Steve
> http://xjeep.dyndns.org
>
> Jerry Bransford wrote:
> > I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> > load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> > even close.
> >
> > Jerry
> > --
> > Jerry Bransford
> > PP-ASEL N6TAY
> > See the Geezer Jeep at
> > http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> > "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >
> >>I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> >>I perfer this model since:
> >>1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> >>the front.
> >>2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> >>3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> >>4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> >>not need the winch plate or guard.
> >>5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> >>6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >>
> >>But you should get the following for you winch
> >>1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> >>2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> >>forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >>
> >>I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> >>are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> >>in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> >>future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
> >
> >
> >
the TJ are not selling a class III hitch. They're sky, or bicycle
mounts. Look at your frame, if you put three ton on it, it'll fall on
the ground. The only way you could brace it to pull anything, is to take
the gas tank out, and install cross members like a Real Jeep:
http://www.apple.queensu.ca/CJ3B/Pho...ationChart.gif
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Steve wrote:
>
> Hi Jerry,
>
> You sure that a 2" receiver can't handle it? Yes, most class III hitches
> are rated at 5-6,000 lb, but class IV 2" receiver hitches can rate up to
> 10K. The front mount receiver hitch at the bottom of the following link
> has a rated winching capacity of 9K:
>
> http://www.etrailer.com/draw-tite.aspx
>
> I'm soon gonna build bumpers and was planning on integrated 2"x2"
> receivers front and rear to handle a portable winch cradle for all the
> good reasons listed by snwbrdrpr. Assuming that I design my bumpers to
> take advantage of all possible vehicle mount points and that the
> receiver tubes and surrounding bumper are sufficiently beefy (3/16") and
> properly welded, do I need to be concerned about using a 9K winch on a
> portable cradle?
>
> Anyone got any good links on bumper design/construction when integrating
> a receiver tube?
>
> Steve
> http://xjeep.dyndns.org
>
> Jerry Bransford wrote:
> > I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> > load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> > even close.
> >
> > Jerry
> > --
> > Jerry Bransford
> > PP-ASEL N6TAY
> > See the Geezer Jeep at
> > http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> > "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >
> >>I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> >>I perfer this model since:
> >>1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> >>the front.
> >>2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> >>3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> >>4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> >>not need the winch plate or guard.
> >>5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> >>6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >>
> >>But you should get the following for you winch
> >>1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> >>2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> >>forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >>
> >>I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> >>are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> >>in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> >>future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
> >
> >
> >
09-01-2004, 05:56 PM
#42
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
The manufactures that make the bumper to except the 2" receiver for
the TJ are not selling a class III hitch. They're sky, or bicycle
mounts. Look at your frame, if you put three ton on it, it'll fall on
the ground. The only way you could brace it to pull anything, is to take
the gas tank out, and install cross members like a Real Jeep:
http://www.apple.queensu.ca/CJ3B/Pho...ationChart.gif
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Steve wrote:
>
> Hi Jerry,
>
> You sure that a 2" receiver can't handle it? Yes, most class III hitches
> are rated at 5-6,000 lb, but class IV 2" receiver hitches can rate up to
> 10K. The front mount receiver hitch at the bottom of the following link
> has a rated winching capacity of 9K:
>
> http://www.etrailer.com/draw-tite.aspx
>
> I'm soon gonna build bumpers and was planning on integrated 2"x2"
> receivers front and rear to handle a portable winch cradle for all the
> good reasons listed by snwbrdrpr. Assuming that I design my bumpers to
> take advantage of all possible vehicle mount points and that the
> receiver tubes and surrounding bumper are sufficiently beefy (3/16") and
> properly welded, do I need to be concerned about using a 9K winch on a
> portable cradle?
>
> Anyone got any good links on bumper design/construction when integrating
> a receiver tube?
>
> Steve
> http://xjeep.dyndns.org
>
> Jerry Bransford wrote:
> > I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> > load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> > even close.
> >
> > Jerry
> > --
> > Jerry Bransford
> > PP-ASEL N6TAY
> > See the Geezer Jeep at
> > http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> > "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >
> >>I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> >>I perfer this model since:
> >>1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> >>the front.
> >>2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> >>3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> >>4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> >>not need the winch plate or guard.
> >>5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> >>6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >>
> >>But you should get the following for you winch
> >>1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> >>2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> >>forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >>
> >>I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> >>are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> >>in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> >>future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
> >
> >
> >
the TJ are not selling a class III hitch. They're sky, or bicycle
mounts. Look at your frame, if you put three ton on it, it'll fall on
the ground. The only way you could brace it to pull anything, is to take
the gas tank out, and install cross members like a Real Jeep:
http://www.apple.queensu.ca/CJ3B/Pho...ationChart.gif
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Steve wrote:
>
> Hi Jerry,
>
> You sure that a 2" receiver can't handle it? Yes, most class III hitches
> are rated at 5-6,000 lb, but class IV 2" receiver hitches can rate up to
> 10K. The front mount receiver hitch at the bottom of the following link
> has a rated winching capacity of 9K:
>
> http://www.etrailer.com/draw-tite.aspx
>
> I'm soon gonna build bumpers and was planning on integrated 2"x2"
> receivers front and rear to handle a portable winch cradle for all the
> good reasons listed by snwbrdrpr. Assuming that I design my bumpers to
> take advantage of all possible vehicle mount points and that the
> receiver tubes and surrounding bumper are sufficiently beefy (3/16") and
> properly welded, do I need to be concerned about using a 9K winch on a
> portable cradle?
>
> Anyone got any good links on bumper design/construction when integrating
> a receiver tube?
>
> Steve
> http://xjeep.dyndns.org
>
> Jerry Bransford wrote:
> > I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> > load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> > even close.
> >
> > Jerry
> > --
> > Jerry Bransford
> > PP-ASEL N6TAY
> > See the Geezer Jeep at
> > http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> > "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >
> >>I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> >>I perfer this model since:
> >>1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> >>the front.
> >>2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> >>3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> >>4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> >>not need the winch plate or guard.
> >>5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> >>6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >>
> >>But you should get the following for you winch
> >>1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> >>2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> >>forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >>
> >>I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> >>are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> >>in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> >>future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
> >
> >
> >
09-01-2004, 05:56 PM
#43
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
The manufactures that make the bumper to except the 2" receiver for
the TJ are not selling a class III hitch. They're sky, or bicycle
mounts. Look at your frame, if you put three ton on it, it'll fall on
the ground. The only way you could brace it to pull anything, is to take
the gas tank out, and install cross members like a Real Jeep:
http://www.apple.queensu.ca/CJ3B/Pho...ationChart.gif
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Steve wrote:
>
> Hi Jerry,
>
> You sure that a 2" receiver can't handle it? Yes, most class III hitches
> are rated at 5-6,000 lb, but class IV 2" receiver hitches can rate up to
> 10K. The front mount receiver hitch at the bottom of the following link
> has a rated winching capacity of 9K:
>
> http://www.etrailer.com/draw-tite.aspx
>
> I'm soon gonna build bumpers and was planning on integrated 2"x2"
> receivers front and rear to handle a portable winch cradle for all the
> good reasons listed by snwbrdrpr. Assuming that I design my bumpers to
> take advantage of all possible vehicle mount points and that the
> receiver tubes and surrounding bumper are sufficiently beefy (3/16") and
> properly welded, do I need to be concerned about using a 9K winch on a
> portable cradle?
>
> Anyone got any good links on bumper design/construction when integrating
> a receiver tube?
>
> Steve
> http://xjeep.dyndns.org
>
> Jerry Bransford wrote:
> > I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> > load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> > even close.
> >
> > Jerry
> > --
> > Jerry Bransford
> > PP-ASEL N6TAY
> > See the Geezer Jeep at
> > http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> > "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >
> >>I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> >>I perfer this model since:
> >>1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> >>the front.
> >>2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> >>3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> >>4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> >>not need the winch plate or guard.
> >>5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> >>6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >>
> >>But you should get the following for you winch
> >>1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> >>2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> >>forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >>
> >>I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> >>are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> >>in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> >>future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
> >
> >
> >
the TJ are not selling a class III hitch. They're sky, or bicycle
mounts. Look at your frame, if you put three ton on it, it'll fall on
the ground. The only way you could brace it to pull anything, is to take
the gas tank out, and install cross members like a Real Jeep:
http://www.apple.queensu.ca/CJ3B/Pho...ationChart.gif
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Steve wrote:
>
> Hi Jerry,
>
> You sure that a 2" receiver can't handle it? Yes, most class III hitches
> are rated at 5-6,000 lb, but class IV 2" receiver hitches can rate up to
> 10K. The front mount receiver hitch at the bottom of the following link
> has a rated winching capacity of 9K:
>
> http://www.etrailer.com/draw-tite.aspx
>
> I'm soon gonna build bumpers and was planning on integrated 2"x2"
> receivers front and rear to handle a portable winch cradle for all the
> good reasons listed by snwbrdrpr. Assuming that I design my bumpers to
> take advantage of all possible vehicle mount points and that the
> receiver tubes and surrounding bumper are sufficiently beefy (3/16") and
> properly welded, do I need to be concerned about using a 9K winch on a
> portable cradle?
>
> Anyone got any good links on bumper design/construction when integrating
> a receiver tube?
>
> Steve
> http://xjeep.dyndns.org
>
> Jerry Bransford wrote:
> > I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> > load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> > even close.
> >
> > Jerry
> > --
> > Jerry Bransford
> > PP-ASEL N6TAY
> > See the Geezer Jeep at
> > http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> > "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> > news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >
> >>I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> >>I perfer this model since:
> >>1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> >>the front.
> >>2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> >>3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> >>4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> >>not need the winch plate or guard.
> >>5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> >>6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >>
> >>But you should get the following for you winch
> >>1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> >>2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> >>forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >>
> >>I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> >>are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> >>in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> >>future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
> >
> >
> >
09-01-2004, 08:08 PM
#44
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
Jerry, I have the 9.5 ti Warn. Under maintenance it says "Using a light oil
on the wire rope and winch hook can keep rust and corrosion from forming."
Now, I'm not saying every time out. It really does not attract dirt.
However, I wheel mostly in Kentucky and it's humid and muddy here.
Andy
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net> wrote in message
news:QMkZc.65742$yh.34757@fed1read05...
> If I recall my Warn instructions correctly, it said not to oil the winch
> cable...
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:H4jZc.104857$mD.52575@attbi_s02...
> > Hi Troy,
> >
> > When you get a "new" winch you are advised to stretch it and lightly oil
> > it.
> > After a few uses with my winch I release all the cable - check it -
clean
> > it - lightly oil it - reel it back up correctly.
> >
> > I put in a simple hand throttle to keeps the battery charging when using
> > the
> > winch. I will replace my stock battery with an Optima when it's
replaced,
> > but for now it's OK but does not meet specs for the winch.
> >
> > You will know when you are beyond the alternator's capability. Unless
you
> > are going to use a lot of off road lightning it will be fine.
> >
> > Andy
> > 2001 TJ
> >
> >
> > "Troy" <troythered@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:e76c35fb.0408312159.3cfc07fe@posting.google.c om...
> >> Forgot to ask this in another post: I've washed my winch cable also
> >> after using it in mud... working in the metal finishing biz, I feel
> >> like I want to oil the cable, but haven't done anything like that yet.
> >> It's a brand new winch and cable, only been on there for muddin twice
> >> and it didn't get that bad, just splatter and on the cable. Hmm, also
> >> I notice when I use it the battery voltage indicator says it drops
> >> down to around 9 volts. I have a stock battery, should I replace with
> >> a deep cycle optima or something?
> >>
> >> Um, and another thing: How many electrical attachments to the jeep
> >> (01 TJ)would be too much for the factory alternator? Thanks in
> >> advance!
> >
> >
>
>
on the wire rope and winch hook can keep rust and corrosion from forming."
Now, I'm not saying every time out. It really does not attract dirt.
However, I wheel mostly in Kentucky and it's humid and muddy here.
Andy
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net> wrote in message
news:QMkZc.65742$yh.34757@fed1read05...
> If I recall my Warn instructions correctly, it said not to oil the winch
> cable...
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:H4jZc.104857$mD.52575@attbi_s02...
> > Hi Troy,
> >
> > When you get a "new" winch you are advised to stretch it and lightly oil
> > it.
> > After a few uses with my winch I release all the cable - check it -
clean
> > it - lightly oil it - reel it back up correctly.
> >
> > I put in a simple hand throttle to keeps the battery charging when using
> > the
> > winch. I will replace my stock battery with an Optima when it's
replaced,
> > but for now it's OK but does not meet specs for the winch.
> >
> > You will know when you are beyond the alternator's capability. Unless
you
> > are going to use a lot of off road lightning it will be fine.
> >
> > Andy
> > 2001 TJ
> >
> >
> > "Troy" <troythered@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:e76c35fb.0408312159.3cfc07fe@posting.google.c om...
> >> Forgot to ask this in another post: I've washed my winch cable also
> >> after using it in mud... working in the metal finishing biz, I feel
> >> like I want to oil the cable, but haven't done anything like that yet.
> >> It's a brand new winch and cable, only been on there for muddin twice
> >> and it didn't get that bad, just splatter and on the cable. Hmm, also
> >> I notice when I use it the battery voltage indicator says it drops
> >> down to around 9 volts. I have a stock battery, should I replace with
> >> a deep cycle optima or something?
> >>
> >> Um, and another thing: How many electrical attachments to the jeep
> >> (01 TJ)would be too much for the factory alternator? Thanks in
> >> advance!
> >
> >
>
>
09-01-2004, 08:08 PM
#45
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
Jerry, I have the 9.5 ti Warn. Under maintenance it says "Using a light oil
on the wire rope and winch hook can keep rust and corrosion from forming."
Now, I'm not saying every time out. It really does not attract dirt.
However, I wheel mostly in Kentucky and it's humid and muddy here.
Andy
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net> wrote in message
news:QMkZc.65742$yh.34757@fed1read05...
> If I recall my Warn instructions correctly, it said not to oil the winch
> cable...
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:H4jZc.104857$mD.52575@attbi_s02...
> > Hi Troy,
> >
> > When you get a "new" winch you are advised to stretch it and lightly oil
> > it.
> > After a few uses with my winch I release all the cable - check it -
clean
> > it - lightly oil it - reel it back up correctly.
> >
> > I put in a simple hand throttle to keeps the battery charging when using
> > the
> > winch. I will replace my stock battery with an Optima when it's
replaced,
> > but for now it's OK but does not meet specs for the winch.
> >
> > You will know when you are beyond the alternator's capability. Unless
you
> > are going to use a lot of off road lightning it will be fine.
> >
> > Andy
> > 2001 TJ
> >
> >
> > "Troy" <troythered@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:e76c35fb.0408312159.3cfc07fe@posting.google.c om...
> >> Forgot to ask this in another post: I've washed my winch cable also
> >> after using it in mud... working in the metal finishing biz, I feel
> >> like I want to oil the cable, but haven't done anything like that yet.
> >> It's a brand new winch and cable, only been on there for muddin twice
> >> and it didn't get that bad, just splatter and on the cable. Hmm, also
> >> I notice when I use it the battery voltage indicator says it drops
> >> down to around 9 volts. I have a stock battery, should I replace with
> >> a deep cycle optima or something?
> >>
> >> Um, and another thing: How many electrical attachments to the jeep
> >> (01 TJ)would be too much for the factory alternator? Thanks in
> >> advance!
> >
> >
>
>
on the wire rope and winch hook can keep rust and corrosion from forming."
Now, I'm not saying every time out. It really does not attract dirt.
However, I wheel mostly in Kentucky and it's humid and muddy here.
Andy
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net> wrote in message
news:QMkZc.65742$yh.34757@fed1read05...
> If I recall my Warn instructions correctly, it said not to oil the winch
> cable...
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:H4jZc.104857$mD.52575@attbi_s02...
> > Hi Troy,
> >
> > When you get a "new" winch you are advised to stretch it and lightly oil
> > it.
> > After a few uses with my winch I release all the cable - check it -
clean
> > it - lightly oil it - reel it back up correctly.
> >
> > I put in a simple hand throttle to keeps the battery charging when using
> > the
> > winch. I will replace my stock battery with an Optima when it's
replaced,
> > but for now it's OK but does not meet specs for the winch.
> >
> > You will know when you are beyond the alternator's capability. Unless
you
> > are going to use a lot of off road lightning it will be fine.
> >
> > Andy
> > 2001 TJ
> >
> >
> > "Troy" <troythered@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:e76c35fb.0408312159.3cfc07fe@posting.google.c om...
> >> Forgot to ask this in another post: I've washed my winch cable also
> >> after using it in mud... working in the metal finishing biz, I feel
> >> like I want to oil the cable, but haven't done anything like that yet.
> >> It's a brand new winch and cable, only been on there for muddin twice
> >> and it didn't get that bad, just splatter and on the cable. Hmm, also
> >> I notice when I use it the battery voltage indicator says it drops
> >> down to around 9 volts. I have a stock battery, should I replace with
> >> a deep cycle optima or something?
> >>
> >> Um, and another thing: How many electrical attachments to the jeep
> >> (01 TJ)would be too much for the factory alternator? Thanks in
> >> advance!
> >
> >
>
>
09-01-2004, 08:08 PM
#46
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Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
Jerry, I have the 9.5 ti Warn. Under maintenance it says "Using a light oil
on the wire rope and winch hook can keep rust and corrosion from forming."
Now, I'm not saying every time out. It really does not attract dirt.
However, I wheel mostly in Kentucky and it's humid and muddy here.
Andy
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net> wrote in message
news:QMkZc.65742$yh.34757@fed1read05...
> If I recall my Warn instructions correctly, it said not to oil the winch
> cable...
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:H4jZc.104857$mD.52575@attbi_s02...
> > Hi Troy,
> >
> > When you get a "new" winch you are advised to stretch it and lightly oil
> > it.
> > After a few uses with my winch I release all the cable - check it -
clean
> > it - lightly oil it - reel it back up correctly.
> >
> > I put in a simple hand throttle to keeps the battery charging when using
> > the
> > winch. I will replace my stock battery with an Optima when it's
replaced,
> > but for now it's OK but does not meet specs for the winch.
> >
> > You will know when you are beyond the alternator's capability. Unless
you
> > are going to use a lot of off road lightning it will be fine.
> >
> > Andy
> > 2001 TJ
> >
> >
> > "Troy" <troythered@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:e76c35fb.0408312159.3cfc07fe@posting.google.c om...
> >> Forgot to ask this in another post: I've washed my winch cable also
> >> after using it in mud... working in the metal finishing biz, I feel
> >> like I want to oil the cable, but haven't done anything like that yet.
> >> It's a brand new winch and cable, only been on there for muddin twice
> >> and it didn't get that bad, just splatter and on the cable. Hmm, also
> >> I notice when I use it the battery voltage indicator says it drops
> >> down to around 9 volts. I have a stock battery, should I replace with
> >> a deep cycle optima or something?
> >>
> >> Um, and another thing: How many electrical attachments to the jeep
> >> (01 TJ)would be too much for the factory alternator? Thanks in
> >> advance!
> >
> >
>
>
on the wire rope and winch hook can keep rust and corrosion from forming."
Now, I'm not saying every time out. It really does not attract dirt.
However, I wheel mostly in Kentucky and it's humid and muddy here.
Andy
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net> wrote in message
news:QMkZc.65742$yh.34757@fed1read05...
> If I recall my Warn instructions correctly, it said not to oil the winch
> cable...
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Andy" <trailrider2008@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:H4jZc.104857$mD.52575@attbi_s02...
> > Hi Troy,
> >
> > When you get a "new" winch you are advised to stretch it and lightly oil
> > it.
> > After a few uses with my winch I release all the cable - check it -
clean
> > it - lightly oil it - reel it back up correctly.
> >
> > I put in a simple hand throttle to keeps the battery charging when using
> > the
> > winch. I will replace my stock battery with an Optima when it's
replaced,
> > but for now it's OK but does not meet specs for the winch.
> >
> > You will know when you are beyond the alternator's capability. Unless
you
> > are going to use a lot of off road lightning it will be fine.
> >
> > Andy
> > 2001 TJ
> >
> >
> > "Troy" <troythered@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:e76c35fb.0408312159.3cfc07fe@posting.google.c om...
> >> Forgot to ask this in another post: I've washed my winch cable also
> >> after using it in mud... working in the metal finishing biz, I feel
> >> like I want to oil the cable, but haven't done anything like that yet.
> >> It's a brand new winch and cable, only been on there for muddin twice
> >> and it didn't get that bad, just splatter and on the cable. Hmm, also
> >> I notice when I use it the battery voltage indicator says it drops
> >> down to around 9 volts. I have a stock battery, should I replace with
> >> a deep cycle optima or something?
> >>
> >> Um, and another thing: How many electrical attachments to the jeep
> >> (01 TJ)would be too much for the factory alternator? Thanks in
> >> advance!
> >
> >
>
>
09-02-2004, 12:44 AM
#47
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
I might believe the receiver hitch is strong enough - but I have
serious doubts about the strength of the frame attachment on most I've
seen. Kinda like the rear bumper on my MJ - the main reason it wasn't
damaged when I yanked a big load out on the farm was that it sheared
the bolts and fell off. BTW, the re-attachment included many pounds
of extra steel for load ------ers and cross bracing so that I could
trust the tow hooks. I pity the poor Honda that tries to climb into
the bed now...
On Wed, 1 Sep 2004 16:00:51 UTC "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net>
wrote:
> I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> even close.
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> > I perfer this model since:
> > 1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> > the front.
> > 2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> > 3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> > 4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> > not need the winch plate or guard.
> > 5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> > 6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >
> > But you should get the following for you winch
> > 1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> > 2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> > forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >
> > I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> > are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> > in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> > future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
>
>
--
Will Honea
serious doubts about the strength of the frame attachment on most I've
seen. Kinda like the rear bumper on my MJ - the main reason it wasn't
damaged when I yanked a big load out on the farm was that it sheared
the bolts and fell off. BTW, the re-attachment included many pounds
of extra steel for load ------ers and cross bracing so that I could
trust the tow hooks. I pity the poor Honda that tries to climb into
the bed now...
On Wed, 1 Sep 2004 16:00:51 UTC "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net>
wrote:
> I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> even close.
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> > I perfer this model since:
> > 1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> > the front.
> > 2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> > 3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> > 4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> > not need the winch plate or guard.
> > 5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> > 6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >
> > But you should get the following for you winch
> > 1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> > 2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> > forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >
> > I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> > are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> > in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> > future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
>
>
--
Will Honea
09-02-2004, 12:44 AM
#48
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
I might believe the receiver hitch is strong enough - but I have
serious doubts about the strength of the frame attachment on most I've
seen. Kinda like the rear bumper on my MJ - the main reason it wasn't
damaged when I yanked a big load out on the farm was that it sheared
the bolts and fell off. BTW, the re-attachment included many pounds
of extra steel for load ------ers and cross bracing so that I could
trust the tow hooks. I pity the poor Honda that tries to climb into
the bed now...
On Wed, 1 Sep 2004 16:00:51 UTC "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net>
wrote:
> I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> even close.
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> > I perfer this model since:
> > 1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> > the front.
> > 2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> > 3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> > 4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> > not need the winch plate or guard.
> > 5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> > 6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >
> > But you should get the following for you winch
> > 1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> > 2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> > forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >
> > I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> > are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> > in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> > future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
>
>
--
Will Honea
serious doubts about the strength of the frame attachment on most I've
seen. Kinda like the rear bumper on my MJ - the main reason it wasn't
damaged when I yanked a big load out on the farm was that it sheared
the bolts and fell off. BTW, the re-attachment included many pounds
of extra steel for load ------ers and cross bracing so that I could
trust the tow hooks. I pity the poor Honda that tries to climb into
the bed now...
On Wed, 1 Sep 2004 16:00:51 UTC "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net>
wrote:
> I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> even close.
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> > I perfer this model since:
> > 1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> > the front.
> > 2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> > 3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> > 4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> > not need the winch plate or guard.
> > 5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> > 6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >
> > But you should get the following for you winch
> > 1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> > 2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> > forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >
> > I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> > are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> > in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> > future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
>
>
--
Will Honea
09-02-2004, 12:44 AM
#49
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
I might believe the receiver hitch is strong enough - but I have
serious doubts about the strength of the frame attachment on most I've
seen. Kinda like the rear bumper on my MJ - the main reason it wasn't
damaged when I yanked a big load out on the farm was that it sheared
the bolts and fell off. BTW, the re-attachment included many pounds
of extra steel for load ------ers and cross bracing so that I could
trust the tow hooks. I pity the poor Honda that tries to climb into
the bed now...
On Wed, 1 Sep 2004 16:00:51 UTC "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net>
wrote:
> I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> even close.
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> > I perfer this model since:
> > 1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> > the front.
> > 2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> > 3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> > 4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> > not need the winch plate or guard.
> > 5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> > 6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >
> > But you should get the following for you winch
> > 1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> > 2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> > forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >
> > I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> > are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> > in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> > future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
>
>
--
Will Honea
serious doubts about the strength of the frame attachment on most I've
seen. Kinda like the rear bumper on my MJ - the main reason it wasn't
damaged when I yanked a big load out on the farm was that it sheared
the bolts and fell off. BTW, the re-attachment included many pounds
of extra steel for load ------ers and cross bracing so that I could
trust the tow hooks. I pity the poor Honda that tries to climb into
the bed now...
On Wed, 1 Sep 2004 16:00:51 UTC "Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@***.net>
wrote:
> I hope you never have to really put that winch to the test under a heavy
> load.... your receiver hitch is most definitely not up to the task. Not
> even close.
>
> Jerry
> --
> Jerry Bransford
> PP-ASEL N6TAY
> See the Geezer Jeep at
> http://members.***.net/jerrypb/
> "Snowboardripper" <snowboardripper@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:72ce17be.0409010755.3c866216@posting.google.c om...
> >I have the warn 9000 winch which is removable.
> > I perfer this model since:
> > 1) My jeep is a daily driver, I do not need and extra 100 pounds on
> > the front.
> > 2) It will not get stolen since it is safe in my garage
> > 3) It is not exposed to the elements everyday since it is stored
> > 4) I just installed a 2" receiver hitch on the front of my jeep, I do
> > not need the winch plate or guard.
> > 5) I have it wired for the back as well.
> > 6) I can share it with my other jeeps.
> >
> > But you should get the following for you winch
> > 1) a good battery, the winch will draw a lot of current
> > 2) install a hand throttle so that when you are winching you will not
> > forget to increase the rpm and kill your battery.
> >
> > I think the winch was the best investment I ever made. Also if you
> > are buying a winch spend the extra money, for example the difference
> > in price between the 8000 and 9000 is very little. Think in the
> > future, it is better to get a bigger one right away!
>
>
--
Will Honea
09-02-2004, 09:42 AM
#50
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: winch questions
Maybe there was some confussion on my set up. I have a custom made
receiver that is mounted on top of my front bumper and attaches via
the same holes as the tow hooks. It is mounted exactly where the
winch plate would normally go. This is a 2 inch reciever,and is
rated.
To each his own, everyone has an opinion on items and what works for
some does not work for everyone. This setup has worked for me.
receiver that is mounted on top of my front bumper and attaches via
the same holes as the tow hooks. It is mounted exactly where the
winch plate would normally go. This is a 2 inch reciever,and is
rated.
To each his own, everyone has an opinion on items and what works for
some does not work for everyone. This setup has worked for me.