Expert Answers about Winches

Is Dutton-Lainson DL2500AB Pulling Winch Part # DL14830 Correct Size Winch for 3020-lb Boat
The Dutton-Lainson DL2500AB Pulling Winch, part # DL14830, has a rated horizontal pulling capacity of 2500 pounds. It is not rated adequately to pull your 3020-lb boat onto its bunked trailer. We offer the 3200-lb-rated Dutton-Lainson model DL3200A, part # DL15440. This 2-speed winch features high-carbon-steel gears and permanently-lubricated bearings. The handle is included. I have linked a product review video for this item. Please note that you will need to use three grade 5 or grade 8 nu
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Will the Hex Shaft # DL406102 work on a Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL11002
The Hex Shaft for Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Winches # DL406102 that you referenced is designed to fit Dutton-Lainson worm gear winches so yes, it will work on the Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL11002 that you referenced. I attached an FAQ article on hand winches for you to check out also.
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How Often to Replace a Winch Strap on a Boat Winch
Typically the only time you will need to replace the strap is when you notice that it is becoming frayed. Typically the first 2 feet of the strap will become frayed first due to sunlight or just the fact that it sees the most movement.
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What Winch Will Move a 3000 Pound Car Up a Driveway With a 5 Degree Incline
In order to pull your vehicle up a 5 degree incline I can recommend 2 different winches that will work well in this application. The first winch I recommend is the Dutton-Lainson StrongArm AC Powered Winch part # DL25019. This winch is rated at 2700 pounds lift capacity, which is less than your 3000 pound car, however, your car is considered a rolling load and the rolling load capacity of this winch on a 5 degree incline is approximately 13,000 pounds. The second winch I recommend is the
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Gear Ratio and Minimum Load of Dutton-Lainson # DL11002 Worm Gear Hand Winch
The Dutton-Lainson # DL11002 winch you referenced has no minimum load requirements, and has a 40:1 gear ratio.
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Can a Fulton T1802 Winch have a Strap Installed on it, Wobble Roller Recommendation
The Fulton T1802 is basically an older version of the Fulton Single Speed Winch # FT18010301 that you referenced which can have a rope or a strap installed on it. Check out the Fulton Nylon Winch Strap with Hook # FWS200200. This strap is 20 feet long, has a 2,600 lb capacity and is the most common strap bought with the T1802 winch. We do not have the exact replacement wobble roller you have, but there are some that are pretty close. I believe the closest replacement we have would be the Yate
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Cable Attachment and Function of the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Winch - 1500 lbs # DL11011
To secure a cable on the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Winch - 1,500 lbs, # DL11011, you will use a series of loops around the reel and gear. You will not need to use a cable fastener or cable keeper to do this. I have attached a diagram that shows how the cable should be fed through the reel and gear for you to check out. I spoke with my contact at Dutton-Lainson and she assured me that a 3/16 inch diameter cable will work with this winch. I recommend using the Hand Winch Cable - 3/16 Inch Diame
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Dimensions For Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL11001
The dimensions for the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL11001 are as follows: Height including hand crank: 12-1/4 inches Length of side panel: 5-1/2 inches Height of side panel: 4-1/4 inches Width of base: 4-3/4 inches
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Size of the Mounting Brackets on the Buffalo Tools Electric Hoist # BTEHOISTUL
I spoke with my contact at Buffalo Tools and he said the mounting brackets for the Electric Hoist, # BTEHOISTUL, will accommodate square beams that are no larger than 1-3/4 inches wide by 1-3/4 inches tall or round beams that have a diameter of 1-3/4 inches.
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Looking for Winch to Raise and Lower Purple Martin Bird House
What you are needing is a hand winch that will ratchet in both directions like the Fulton # FT11000301. The winch is not compatible with steel cable, but it can be used with 5/16 diameter rope up to 30 feet long. If you would prefer a winch that could be used with cable, I would recommend the Dutton-Lainson # DL15303, which is also a two way ratcheting winch. The spool of the winch can accommodate up to 50 feet of 1/4 inch cable. The MaxxTow # MT70176 will only ratchet in one direction,
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Winch Recommendation to Raise and Lower an Ham Radio Antenna Tower
For your situation, I recommend using a braking winch like the Fulton Brake Winch, # FKX15500301. This is the same winch as # KX15500101. The Two-Speed Hand Winch, # FT20250301, will not prevent the tower from free falling if you release the handle when lowering the tower. The main purpose of the two way pawl is to allow you to reverse the direction of the line, not stop the line when you are lowering the tower. A one way pawl will allow you to switch the winch from pulling to freewheel
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Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch Recommendation for a 6,000 lb Kingfisher 2825 Boat
The Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch # DL25215 that you referenced is designed for boats that weigh up to 9,000 lbs. Since your boat weighs 6,000 lbs dry it should work very well for you. Also, since you have a hurt shoulder this should make loading an unloading your boat a much less painful experience since all you would need to do is activate the winch and let it do the work. The bolt patterns between your Fulton High-Performance 2-Speed Trailer Winch # FT32050301 and the # DL252
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Can a Trailer Winch be Plugged Into an AC Power Outlet at the Back of a Vehicle
We do have some AC powered winches but the Master Lock Electric Trailer Winch, # 2953AT, is a DC powered winch so it cannot be plugged into an AC power outlet, even on a vehicle unless you do like you said and hardwire it. Otherwise you would attach it to the vehicle battery or to an alternate car battery if it is not feasible to attach it to the car battery. I have added a link to the AC powered winches we do carry.
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Bolt Hole Spacing and Size for the Fulton Single Speed Winch # FT13000301
I was able to get the bolt hole dimensions for the Fulton Single Speed Winch, # FT13000301, from my contact at Fulton and I made a diagram for you to check out. The base of this winch has three small bolt holes toward the front and one elongated bolt hole in the back. The bolt holes require 3/8 inch diameter bolts and the three small bolt holes are 7/8 inches apart on center. The larger, elongated bolt hole is 1 inch long from center bolt position to center bolt position. The three small
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Freewheel Ability of the Shelby Automatic Brake Winch # 5352
Yes, the Shelby Hand Winch, # 5352, has an automatic brake to prevent freewheeling. This winch uses a dual friction brake pad to stop freewheeling in both directions, in and out. There is no freewheeling option with this winch. If you would like a winch that does come with a freewheeling option, then you may be interested in the Fulton Single Speed Winch, # FT15000301. This winch has a ratchet lever to change the direction of the winch and from ratcheting to freewheeling.
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Reversing Handle to Other Side of Hand Winch
The Fulton winch you referred to, part # FT11000301 would not be easily modified to relocate the handle to the other side, as there is no hole to secure the pawl tension spring. The folks at Dutton-Lainson have told us that their 1600 lb capacity single speed winch, part # DL14527 is capable of being modified. The drum, its shaft, the gear shaft and pawl shaft would all need to be removed, and reversed. The gear shaft is held in place by both a nut and an e-clip that would need to be removed.
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Does the Fulton XLT Winch # XLT32ZB301 have the same Bolt Pattern as a Fulton Winch # FT32050301
I spoke to my contact at Fulton and he informed me that the Fulton Winch 2-Speed # XLT32ZB301 does have the same mounting bracket as the Fulton High-Performance 2-Speed Trailer Winch # FT32050301. You should have no problem installing a # XLT32ZB301 where a # FT32050301 once was.
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Winch Recommendation for Lifting a 200 lb Boat 10 or 12 ft With a Drill Option
The Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Winch, # DL11001, will work great to hoist your 200 lb boat. The hex head allows you to use either the included handle or a heavy-duty 1/2 inch drill. Worm gear winches are great for hoisting objects because they do not have a free wheel option and the load cannot reverse the direction of the winch. Dutton-Lainson recommends using 9/32 inch diameter cable.
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Trailer Winch Recommendation with a Handle that Can be Mounted on Either Side
I believe the best option you have would be to get a Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch # DL14527. This winch can have the handle mounted on either side of the winch, has a 1,600 lb capacity and gets bolted on. The Dutton Lainson Winch # DL14521 that you referenced cannot have the handle switched because it is a two-speed winch. I attached an FAQ article on hand winches for you to check out also.
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Winch Mounting Kit for a Superwinch LT20000 and a 2007 Honda TRX 420
The mount that you need for a 2007 Honda TRX 420 is # 2202889. It is also compatible with the Superwinch model # 1120210 that you have referenced. I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation for you.
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What is the Difference Between the Fulton T1801 and T1802 Winches
I spoke to my contact at Fulton and he informed me that the Fulton Winch # FT18010301 that you referenced is basically just an updated version of the T1802 that you are looking to replace and it would be so similar that you would hardly notice a difference and would be an ideal replacement for you.
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What Does Minimum Operating Load Indicate on Hand Winches
The minimum load rating indicates the load required to put enough tension on the line for it to be able to be cranked. The winch will not work properly when the line is slack. The minimum load rating would be important if you knew for certain you would not have that much load on the line in the situations where you would be using the winch. Without the load on the line, there would not be enough tension.
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Availability of Winch To Use With 1/4-Inch Wire Cable
If you need to have a winch that uses a wire cable I do offer the Dutton-Lainson 1,400-Lb Winch, part # DL15303. This winch will accept either a 1/4-inch wire cable or a 2-inch wide strap. It will hold up to 40 feet of 1/4-inch cable or 31 feet of 2-inch wide strap. The part number for the cable would be # DL24104 and for the strap would be # DL24260. The Shelby 1,400-Lb Winch, part # 5405, you have referenced is designed to be used with a strap only. The hub diameter of the spool is only 3/4
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Mounting Plate Recommendations for 2004 Polaris 500 Sportsman HO
For your 2004 Polaris 500 Sportsman HO with the Superwinch Winch # SW1130220, I recommend the Superwinch ATV Winch Mount # 2202872. It is a custom-fit mounting plate for your ATV and all mounting brackets, hardware, and instructions are included. It is made in the US and comes with a limited 1-year warranty.
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Can I Use my Original Strap with a New Winch
There are a few things to consider before you use a strap with a winch. The Shelby Two-Speed Hand Winch, # 5460, has a weight capacity of 2,300 lbs and requires a 2 inch wide strap. We also recommend that the strap load rating be 150 percent of the winch capacity. Another thing that I would take into consideration is the condition of your strap. If your current strap is frayed, stretched out, or has been exposed to the elements often, then I would recommend replacing the strap. For this winc
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Mounting Bolt Hole Dimensions of Superwinch Talon # SW1618200
Although we do not currently carry Warn winches, I was able to conduct some research and determine that their larger winches, as opposed to those meant for use on an ATV, use a 10x4-1/2 inch mounting bolt pattern. As you can see by the diagram I produced for you, the Superwinch Talon can install using a 10x4-1/2 or 10x6-1/2 inch bolt pattern, so the Talon should be compatible with your bumper. However, you should measure the bolt pattern on the bumper just to be sure.
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Using Electric Winch to Load Ice Fishing Shack onto Trailer
Either the Superwinch Terra 35 winch with its 3500 lb capacity or the Superwinch LT2000 winch (I am not clear about which one you have) should be able to handle your ice shack with no problem if you use a pulley block like the one included with part # SW1554. Using a pulley block can nearly double the winch capacity, which will be necessary because you will be pulling a dead weight up an incline. You would mount the winch offset to one side of the front of the trailer, and secure a heavy duty
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Need Winch To Hoist 55-Gallon Drums into Truck Bed
The Dutton-Lainson # DL15504 would work for the purpose you describe, but I believe a brake winch with an automatic brake like part # FK10510301 would be better for your needs. The Fulton winch has a 1000 lb capacity with one layer of cable on the spool, which goes down to 500 lbs once the cable is fully wrapped around the spool. The winch will not freewheel, which will prevent losing control of the load when you stop cranking. The cable, part # FWC7500100 is not included. The Dutton-Lain
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How to Attach Winch Cable to the Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch # DL15002
The cable fastener, # DL24360, should be inserted into one of the holes in the side of the cable drum on the Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch, # DL15002. The packaging for the cable fastener, see attached photo, shows that it should be installed in the slotted hole in the side of the drum, but on the smaller Dutton-Lainson hand winches, DL600A and DL900A, the slot is not large enough for the cable fastener so one of the round holes must be used. I provided a short video showing how the cable fast
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Does Fulton Trailer Winch # FT20250301 Come with a Cable Keeper
I went out to the warehouse to take a look at Fulton trailer winch # FT20250301. It does not come with the cable retaining clip and hardware. You can use Fulton cable # FWC7500100 which is 50 feet by 7/32 inches. And you can use cable keeper # 5621-01.
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Wire Rope on Superwinch ATV Winch Spools Loose
It sounds like you need a roller fairlead and that might help with the spooling issues you are having. For winch # 1220210 use fairlead # SW2349 and mount kit # SW87-42616. Adding a little bit of a load while you are spooling the wire rope in will also be helpful to keep it taught so the rope can spool correctly.
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Finding the Hot Ignition Switch on a Kawasaki Prairie 700 ATV
If the wire you see on the ignition switch is a large wire, it may actually have other wires in side of it. What you can do is use a circuit tester like # 3808 if needed to locate the correct wire. The correct wire will only show power when the key is in the on position. You could also follow the wire to the starter motor and see if it separates out to 2 wires and test those wires. Bascially the only way to know for sure which wire to connect to would be to test the wires with a circuit test
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Trailer Winch for a Worldcat SD 7,800 Pound Boat and Trailer with Carpeted Bunks
The issue is that a floating load like a boat will not require a winch capacity equal to or greater than the weight of the boat. But once the boat gets on the trailer and it is harder to pull it in and a lower capacity winch may not be enough. That is probably why the 2600 pound winch failed. A 3200 pound capacity winch with a strap like # XLT32ZB301 or # FW32000101 would be a better option but I am not sure that the extra capacity in these winches would be enough. Winch # FT37000301 that you
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How Long Can Superwinch S5000 Winch Run Before it Needs to Cool Down
In the instructions, see link, Superwinch has the following statement on use: An electric winch is like any other motor driven power tool such as an electric drill or saw. The electric motor should not be allowed to become excessively hot. Normal precautions will extend the life of your motor. Keep the duration of pulls as short as possible. If the end of the motor becomes uncomfortably hot to touch, stop winching and allow the motor to cool down. I spoke with Superwinch to get a little i
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Mounting Plate Dimensions for Fulton Winch FT9000301
I spoke to my contact at Fulton and he sent me a copy of the dimensional drawing of the mounting plate of the Fulton Winch # FT9000301 that you referenced. I attached the picture he sent me to this for you to check out.
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Electric Winch Recommendation for Loading Classic Cars On an Enclosed Car Trailer
When using an electric winch to pull a rolling load on to a trailer, it is typically recommended that the winch have at least the capacity of the weight of the vehicle. The Superwinch Husky 8 Heavy Duty Recovery Winch, # 2401A, that you referenced may be excessive for your application. This winch was designed for vehicle recovery and often times the load is not rolling. The rolling load capacity of a winch is typically greater than the rated line pull and the rolling load capacity increases as t
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Recommendation for Electric Winch To Pull 24 Foot 3300-Lb Grady White Boat on to Trailer
Because of the length of your boat I would recommend the Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch, part # DL25200. This DC-powered winch is designed for boats up to 4,000 lbs and includes a wiring harness for easy installation. I am including a link to the installation instructions on the winch. The Master Lock Electric Trailer Winch, part # 2953AT, you have referenced, has a maximum boat weight capacity of 5,000 lbs , but only a maximum boat length of 18 feet. I would not recommend this winch
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Will a Superwinch LT2000 Electric Utility Winch, # 1220210, Effectively Raise and Lower a Rohn Tower
The 12-volt Superwinch LT2000 Electric Utility Winch, # 1220210, has a 2000-pound line pull capacity, which is well within your 330-pound load requirements. However, the dynamic braking on this item is not recommended for your application. Dynamic braking systems are intended primarily for direct pull requirements such as pulling a boat or car onto a trailer. Your hoisting application would likely put too much stress on the drum. Also, please note that the 153:1 gear ratio equates to a line
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Portable DC powered 12 Volt Vehicle Winch Recommendation for a 1999 Toyota RAV4
There are several things to consider when choosing a winch. If you are looking at having to potentially use the winch to retrieve the 1999 Toyota RAV4 then you need to consider the incline, terrain, angle, and total load. For example a winch rated for 2,000 pounds pulling a rolling load on level ground can pull much more than that 2,000 pounds. On a 10 percent slope for example it can pull 10,050 pounds. But a steeper incline will reduce the capacity. If you foresee yourself in all sorts of d
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Parts Needed for Installation of Superwinch LT3000ATV Winch # SW1130220 on 2008 Suzuki King Quad 450
To mount the Superwinch LT3000ATV Winch, part # SW1130220, to your 2008 Suzuki 450 King Quad, you will need the Superwinch Custom-Fit ATV Winch Mounting Kit, part # 2202874. This rugged steel plate has mounting holes for your winch and fairlead. This mounting kit includes installation hardware, mounting brackets and instructions.
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Dutton Lainson Enclosed Gear and Brake Mechanism Hand Winch for a 25 Foot Rohn Communication Tower
Based on the features of your original winch, the Dutton Lainson brake winch that you have referenced, # DL10808, would be a good choice. It has the same 1200 pound capacity and also has a gear cover enclosed braking mechanism. If you also need to replace the cable you can use # DL24045. I have also included a link to our FAQ article on hand winches for you.
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Recommended Winch to Raise Telescoping Antenna Tower
Although the Fulton # FK15500301 winch you mentioned would work well for you, it has a bit more capacity than you actually need. The Fulton # FK10510301 would be a better choice. The capacity of a winch diminishes as more cable is spooled onto it. The winch has a 1000 lb capacity with one layer of cable on the spool, and the capacity is reduced to 500 lbs once the entire 50 feet of cable is wrapped around the drum. The 500 lb minimum capacity is plenty for the 300 lb weight you mentioned.
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Does the Fulton High-Performance Brake Winch have a Warranty
Yes, the Fulton High-Performance Brake Winch # FK6500301 that you referenced comes with a 5-year limited warranty. The warranty states that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years, under normal use and service and subject to the terms of this Limited Warranty. If the product does not comply with this warranty, We will replace the product without charge to You and within a reasonable time or, at our option, refund the purchase price. This wa
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How to Release Load or Play Out Cable with Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL10950
You are correct, the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch you referenced, part # DL10950 does not have a freewheel mode. The cable or load stops when you stop cranking. To reverse or lower the load, you would crank the handle in the opposite direction, thus playing out the cable. To remove the line, you would fully reverse the handle to play out all of the cable, and then remove the nut from the cable fastener. Keep in mind that the cable and cable fastener are not included with the winch. You
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Replacement Rocker Switch for a Superwinch LT2000 ATV Winch
You can replace the rocker switch for your Superwinch LT2000 using upgrade kit # SW2320200. It comes with the switch itself, mounting bracket, and wiring harness.
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Winch Cover Recommendation for a Master Lock Electric Winch
For a winch cover that would fit the dimensions of your Master Lock Electric Trailer Winch # 2953AT you would want a Dutton-Lainson Winch Cover # DL24051.
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Recommended Hand Winch for 3500 Lb ChrisCraft Sea Hawk 215
The Dutton-Lainson # DL15440 Two Speed Winch you mentioned should be exactly what you need. As you said, you want to choose a winch whose capacity is at least 50 percent of the weight of your boat. Since the # DL15440 winch has a capacity almost equal to the weight of the boat, it will provide plenty of capacity to spare. Dutton-Lainson makes a great product, the winch should provide years of trouble-free service. I do not believe you need an electric winch, a two speed winch should be able
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Replacing Damaged Boat Winch on a Sea Lion Bunk Trailer SB-16-1200
There is no problem adding a higher capacity winch to your Sea Lion boat trailer. When comparing quality between Dutton-Lainson winches and Fulton winches, the quality is very similar. The main difference will be the quality between a 600 lb winch and a 1,500 lb winch. The lower capacity winches do not need stronger parts to operate at their capacity as a 1,500 lb winch would. You will definitely notice that the Fulton Single Speed Winch, # FT1500Z0301, will seem stronger because the parts m
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Does the Handle Spin on Fulton Trailer Winch # FT20250301 When in Free-Wheeling Mode
I went out to the warehouse and pulled Fulton trailer winch # FT20250301 to test it personally for you. There is indeed a neutral free-wheeling mode. I made a video that shows how the winch goes into this mode. Basically you put the handle in the center position so the top gear does not engage any other gears. Then the lever is placed in the neutral position. This will allow the drum to spin and the handle to remain stationary.
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Recommendation for a Dutton Lainson Left Handed Winch with a 2,500 lb Capacity
For a left-handed winch with a 2,500 lb capacity I would recommend you get a Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch # DL15403. What is nice about this winch is that if you wanted to move the handle to the other side of the winch you could. I spoke with my contact at Dutton Lainson to confirm this.
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Are Cable Fasteners Sold Separately from the Worm Gear Hand Winches by Dutton-Lainson
The Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch - 1,500 lbs, item # DL10950, is designed only to be used with wire cable. The cable fasteners are sold separately based on what size cable you plan on using. If the cable size you plan on using is 1/4, 9/32 or 5/16 of an inch you would want a Cable Fastener # DL24362. If you plan on using a cable that is 3/16, 7/32 or 1/4 inch you would want a Cable Fastener # DL24361. I attached a page that has all of the wire cables we offer for you to check out.
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Choosing a Lightweight Winch that is Rated to Pull 1200 lbs
Our lightweight winches will range between approximately 7 and 8 lbs. A couple winches that I would recommend taking a look at are the Shelby 1,400 lb winch, # 5405, and the Dutton-Lainson 1,400 lb winch, # DL15303. The Dutton-Lainson winch is the heavier winch between the two at approximately 8 lbs and comes with Dutton-Lainsons zinc TUFFPLATE finish for corrosion protection. This winch has a 4.4:1 gear ratio and a 1,400 lb weight capacity. The Shelby winch is slightly lighter at approx
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Trailer Winch Recommendation with a Handle that Can be Mounted on Either Side
The Dutton-Lainson winch # DL14521 handle cannot be moved to the opposite side. But take a look at # DL14527. You can move the handle to the other side with this winch. The only difference is that the handle on this winch is bolted on where as the other one has a quick release that is not bolted on.
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Necessary Winch Capacity for 5600 lb 25ft Baha Boat on Float-On Trailer
Generally speaking, a good rule of thumb is that the capacity of your winch should be half the weight of your boat. If you are winching for a short distance, and you have good rollers on your trailer, you can get by with a winch capacity that is 1/3 the weight of the boat. On the other hand, if you are winching long distances with bare wooden bunks with no carpet or rollers at all, you will need a winch capacity equal to the weight of your boat. The Fulton # FT37000301 you referenced should b
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Mounting Plate for a Superwinch 2500 for a 2009 Honda TRX 500 Foreman
For the 2009 Honda TRX 500 Foreman, Superwinch lists mounting plate # 2202898 as the correct fit. This mount will fit Superwinch models LT2000 (SW1120210), LT3000 (SW1130220), Terra 2500 (SW1125220), Terra 2500 SR (SW1125230), Terra 3500 (SW113522) and Terra 3500 SR (SW1135230).
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Electric Winch Recommendation to Pull 1,500 Pound Logs onto a Utility Trailer
Since you will be more or less dragging the log, you will want a winch with at least the capacity of the heaviest log, but I would go a little heavier than that to account for longer winching distances and flat terrain should you encounter it. A 2K winch like # 1220210 might be enough but at the same time you do not want to be caught with a winch that has too low capacity. To err on the side of caution I would go with a 3K capacity winch like # 1330200. I have linked instructions for both of
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Electric Winch Recommendation to Pull a 3000 lb Boat and Trailer into a Garage
Assuming your trailer is going to be a rolling load, you will not need a winch with a large capacity. Rolling loads can be moved more easily allowing a winch to handle more than the rated capacity. I have attached a help article on electric winches for you to check out. To pull your 3,000 lb boat up a 10 to 15 degree incline into your garage, I would recommend going with a 3,000 lb winch like the Superwinch GP3000 General Purpose Winch, # 1330200, but you can always go with a higher rated wi
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Does the Brake On Fulton Trailer Winch # FK25500301 Work in Both Directions
Yes, when you release the handle on winch # FK25500301 the brake will engage no matter which direction you are turning it. This winch can use a cable up to 5/16 inches in diameter like # DL24102. Another option that does not require a minimum load to brake is a worm gear winch like # DL10970 and cable # DL24104. There are also split reel worm gear winches like # DL10972 and cable # DL24045 so when you turn the handle one line goes in and the other line goes out. I have included a link to o
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Recovery Winch and Accessories for 2012 Chevy Silverado
The Superwinch Talon you mentioned, part # SW1695200 would do the trick for recovering a stuck truck, snowmobile, ATV or car. We offer winch mounts like part # C31010 that can be connected to the vehicle via a front receiver like part # 65052 for a 1500 series or # 65056 for a 2500 or 3500 series, or a brush guard. The winch can be mounted directly to a trailer as well, but if the winch is mounted independently of the vehicle or the trailer, it will be up to you to devise a mount and rig up a po
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Easy Winch to Crank to Lift the Roof on Bunny Cages
Using a winch like # FT13000301 will provide more mechanical advantage than just a straight pull a person can do with their hands. To make it easier still, you will need to make sure that the cable is going straight from pulley to pulley and straight out of the winch. The longer the handle on a winch, the easier it will be to crank and a winch with 2 speeds will be easier than that. A winch like # DL15502, would make it very easy. It can be used with a strap # DL24249 or cable # DL24045.
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Recommended Winch Weight Rating for 6000 lb Boat on EZ Loader Trailer
The capacity of each hand winch is stated with one layer of rope, cable or strap around the drum. The Fulton # FT37000301 you mentioned has a 3700 lb capacity, which would diminish by 10 percent each time the cable is wrapped around the drum. With the cable wrapped around three times, the capacity would be about 3000 lbs. This is our highest rated hand winch, I am not sure which Dutton-Lainson winch you are speaking of. When choosing between two winches, I would recommend always choosing the
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Can the Superwinch LT2000 Pull a 3700 lb Camper up a 10 Percent Grade
Yes, the Superwinch LT2000 Electric Utility Winch # 1220210 would work well for you. As the 2,000 lb rated line pull of this winch can handle 10,000 lbs of rolling weight at a 10 percent incline so you should be more than good. Check out the FAQ I attached that has a chart on rolling weight capacities based on grade percentage.
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Does the Dutton Lainson Worm Gear Winch Crank In and Out
The Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL10950 that you referenced cranks one way to to reel in the cable and the other way to let it out. To deal with the high angle your cable comes in at you could angle how you mount the # DL10950 so that the handle clears. You might have to come up with a custom mount for the winch so that everything clears.
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What is the Gear Ratio for the Dutton Lainson Worm Gear Winch DL10950
The gear ratio of the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL10950 that you referenced is 30:1. While this winch will take a little bit to completely reel in, I do not believe it would take forever. If you are looking for winch that would not require you to crank for extended periods of time you might be interested in the Superwinch C1000 Crane Winch # 03002. This is an electric crane winch that would lift your 390 lb sailboat with ease and would not require you to crank anything at all. You
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What Does Reversible Ratchet Mean Regarding Dutton Lainson Winches
I spoke to my contact at Dutton-Lainson and he informed me that reversible ratchet means that you can reverse the direction you have control of, but you will need to remove the ratchet assembly and reinstall it in the opposite direction to do so. I was told that you could have the strap pull over the top or pull under the bottom. For a strap you may be interested in a Hand Winch Strap with Safety Hook # DL24249.
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Winch Recommendations for a Letting In and Out a Dock
For a winch that could bring in over 20-25 feet like you said you need you could use the Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch # DL15440. You will need to also get a Hand Winch Cable # DL24104. I am not sure if you were planning on using the 5/8 inch cable you have on your dock, but in case you were you would not be able to since the cable is too thick and its not winch cable that is designed to be wound tightly.
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Shelby Trailer Winch # 5353 Brake Is Slipping Even Though Handle is Tight
There are a couple of things you can check on your Shelby winch, # 5353. First, if there is very little or no load on the winch the brake will not work properly. If the cable is not moving out, do not continue to turn the handle counter-clockwise. If you do it will disengage the brake mechanism. Make sure to follow the minimum operating load as indicated on the winch/in the manual. You can also inspect the brake mechanism and brake disc. Remove the handle and retainer assembly and disc brake
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Getting the Correct Capacity Trailer Hand Winch for a 3,500 Pound Boat
Finding the right capacity winch for a boat and boat trailer depends on a few factors. Boat-size-to-winch capacity is generally 2 to 1, but if you have a trailer with good rollers and short winch distances that ratio can increase to 3 to 1. The opposite is also true. If you have wooden bunks and long winching distances the ratio is 1 to 1. Also, the capacity of a winch goes down 10 percent for every additional layer of strap or cable on the drum which is why winching distance is important.
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Replacement Winch for 25 Foot Party Barge Pontoon Boat
It sounds like an upgrade is definitely in order. The Dutton-Lainson two speed winch you referenced, part # DL15440 would actually be an excellent choice for a heavier boat like your party barge. Dutton-Lainson winches offer a good balance between performance and cost. A two speed jack is ideal for getting a heavier boat up onto a trailer, the lower speed works well for getting the boat lined up and started onto the trailer, and the higher gear offers additional mechanical advantage to get th
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Trailer Winch Recommendation for a 3,100 Pound 2007 Yamaha SX210 Jet Boat
For shallow water and wooden bunks then a 1 to 1 ratio would be ideal for your 3,100 pound boat. I would go with the Fulton F2, # FW32000101, with its higher capacity and enclosed design being more ideal for your application. This winch actually does not have a split reel drum. A split reel drum, usually found on worm gear winches, is a drum with a divider in the middle so that you can reel in and out in the same direction at the same time. The capacity will be reduced the more layers of wire
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Can Fulton Worm Gear Winch # FKW15000103 Freewheel
The Fulton Worm Gear Winch you referenced, part # FKW15000103 does not freewheel, the crank would need to be used to play out the cable. This is typical of worm gear winches. A standard hand winch like the Fulton Single Speed, part # FT15000301 is capable of freewheeling. I have linked you to our Hand Winch FAQ article that you might find helpful.
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Worm Gear Winch Recommendation for Hoisting a 150 lb Float
Based on what you are doing I would recommend you use a Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL10954. Worm gear winches are great for hoisting things because the load cannot reverse the direction of the winch and there is no free wheel option. Check out the review video for this product for you. For a cable I would recommend you get a Hand Winch Cable with Safety Hook # DL24100.
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Recommendation for a Winch Extension Strap for a Superwinch AC3000 Series Master Winch
I would recommend you use a Highland Tow Strap # H10175. Although not clevis hooks, this strap has metal hooks on either end to attach to your existing cable and trailer. This strap also has a break strength of 10,000 lbs.
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Two-Speed Trailer Winch for a 6,400 Pound Cabin Cruiser Boat
The Boat-size-to-winch capacity is generally 2 to 1. With good rollers and short winching distances, increase the ratio to 3 to 1. And with wooden bunks and long winching distances, reduce the ratio to 1 to 1. For example, a 2,200-lb boat generally requires a 1,100-lb winch. If the same boat were winched a short distance with a low incline and with rollers in good condition, it can be safely winched with a 900-lb winch. The boat requires a winch with a 2,200-lb capacity if you are winching a
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What are the Dimensions of the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL10956
I pulled the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch, # DL10956, and found that, overall, it measures 6-3/4 inches long x 5-1/2 inches tall x 5-3/4 wide. Those dimensions include the height and length of the drum and the width including the bolts on the sides. Just the mounting plate/housing of the winch measures 5-1/2 inches long x 4-1/4 inches tall x 4-3/4 inches wide. I have attached two photos showing the measurements that I took.
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Available Shorter Replacement Handle For Fulton T2005 Series Hand Winch
According to my contact at Fulton, the # F6312P01 replacement handle can be used to replace the handle on your T2005, but because the handle will be shorter, less leverage will be provided and the winch will be a bit more difficult to turn under load.
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What Cable Diameter Is Needed For a 50 ft Cable on the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch # DL11011
I spoke with my contact at Dutton-Lainson and she said the recommended cable for this winch is 1/4 inch x 43 ft cable, but you could use a 7/32 inch x 50 ft cable, # DL24045, with the Worm Gear Hand Winch, # DL11011, without sacrificing the weight capacity of the winch. You will notice that the weight capacity on this cable is 2,500 lbs, but you will still be limited to the 1,500 lb weight capacity of the winch.
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Replacement Strap for a Fulton Single Speed XLT Trailer Winch
For a 20 foot by 2 inch strap like that on the Fulton winch # FXLT14ZB301, you can use # FWS200200. Even though the strap is rated higher than the winch, you must go by the winch rating.
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Hand Winch for Ez Loader Boat Trailer Loaded with 1999 Sea Ray Sun Deck 210
There is a general rule of thumb used when choosing a hand winch for a boat trailer. If the trailer has wooden or carpeted bunks, you will want a winch whose capacity is about half the weight of the boat. If you have bunk rollers on your trailer, your winch capacity should be at least 1/3 of the weight of the boat. According to my research, the dry weight of your boat is somewhere around 3500 lbs, which means that the Fulton 2-Speed Winch you mention would have more than enough capacity for y
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Need a Winch for Loading and Unloading a Car Into an Enclosed Car Hauler Trailer
The Superwinch S4000 High Performance Utility Winch, # 1440200, that you selected is a great choice for the application that you need a winch for. This winch is designed primarily for race car trailers, open and enclosed and will control the cable feed in and out so you could stop the vehicle at any point when loading and would not have to worry about a runaway vehicle when unloading. For installing the winch in the trailer it is hard to make a recommendation without seeing the trailer and fr
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How to Mount the Fulton Single Speed Winch as Low as Possible on a 2 inch Wide Trailer Tongue
It sounds to me like you can mount the Fulton Single Speed Winch, # FT1500Z0301, directly to the top of the 2 inch wide tongue on your trailer. To do so you would need to have access to the inside of the top 2 inch square tube on your trailer tongue. Most of the time the end of the tubing under the coupler is open for access to the inside of the trailer frame. If you have access to the inside of the tubing you can use a fishwire, like part # 80103-1, to fish a carriage bolt and plate inside t
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Does the Shelby 1400 lbs Single Speed Winch Include a Strap for Boats
The Shelby 1,400 lbs Single Speed Winch, # 5405, does not include a strap to connect to your boat. The recommended strap for this winch is the Hand Winch Strap with Safety Hook, # DL24260. If you are looking for a winch that includes a strap, then I would recommend the Fulton 1,500 lbs Single Speed Winch, # FT1500Z0301. This winch will also provide you with a slightly higher load capacity. I have attached an article on hand winches for you to check out.
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Recommended Winch for Lifting 350 lb Advertising Sign Into Trailer
What you are needing is a brake winch that will not freewheel when the handle is released. Given the weight you describe, the Fulton High-Performance Brake Winch, part # FK15500301 would be ideal for your application. The winch has a 1500 lb capacity at full cable length, and a 700 lb capacity once the cable is completely wrapped around the drum, which would be plenty of capacity for your needs. A freewheeling winch like the one you referenced would not be a good choice for lifting, as the
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Can Dutton-Lainson Trailer Winch # DL14881 be Used with a Synthetic Wire Rope
On the Dutton-Lainson winch # DL14881, the maximum drum capacity for a cable is 3/8 inches in diameter and 37 feet long. I spoke with my contact at Dutton-Lainson and he said that you could use a synthetic cable as long as it is rated high enough. The cable you use has to be rated 1-1/2 times higher than the winch capacity. In this case that is 5,250 pounds. If the cable has a hook at the end that hook must be rated 1-1/2 times greater than the cable. So that would be 7,875 pounds. I have
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Recommendation for Routing the Electric Winch Wiring on a Tilt Trailer Bed
I recommend using some quick disconnects like # SW1551. This way you could tilt the bed, pull down the winch wiring, and plug it into the battery. You would need to stow the extra wire with the winch and be careful not to lower the bed on the wiring. If you can find some type of retractable wiring that allows for a heavy enough gauge of wire, that would be ideal.
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Where Should a Dutton-Lainson Strong Arm Winch be Installed on a Boat Trailer
On a boat trailer, you will need to position the Duton-Lainson winch, # DL25215, so that the loading ring on the bow of your boat is the same height or a little higher than the winch drum when the boat is loaded on the trailer. You will need to us a winch stand or other mounting surface that is strong enough to support a load that actually exceeds the capacity of the winch. The instructions, which I have linked for you, actually cover mounting the winch in the first few pages.
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Winch Recommendation to Pull a 2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty Out of Mud
I strongly recommend getting the highest capacity winch possible to pull your 2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty out of mud. I would not rely on a 1,500 or 3,000 lb winch to pull your truck out of mud. Keep in mind that when your truck is stuck and you want to use a winch to pull it out, you are pulling the weight of the truck plus the weight of the mud and any additional force against the truck that is created by the mud. All of the front mounted hitches that we carry for your truck have a 9,000 lb
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Does the Fulton Hitch Performance Brake Winch Come with a Cable
The Fulton brake winch, # FK25500301, does not include a cable. The maximum size cable that can be used with this winch is a 5/16 inch diameter cable. You could use # FWC3250100, which has a 3/16 inch diameter and 4,200 pound capacity.
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Worm Gear Hand Winch and Strap to Lift a 50 lb Rooftop Carrier Off of a 2012 Honda Accord
The Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch, # DL10950, cannot be used with a nylon strap. This is a cable only application that would work well to raise and lower your 50 lb rooftop carrier if your set up allows use of a cable If your set up requires a strap, you could use the Dutton-Lainson WG2000 Worm Gear Hand Winch, # DL11002. This is the only worm gear hand winch we offer that will accept a strap and it has a rated capacity of 2,000 lbs. This winch requires a 2 inch wide strap like the W
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Does Superwinch ATV Winch, # SW1130220 Come with a Handle Bar Mount Rocker Switch and Wiring
The Superwinch ATV winch, # SW1130220, comes with a handheld remote and a handle bar mount rocker switch. The winch comes with all the wiring you will need to install it on an ATV. It does not come with a mounting plate, which is specific to the ATV. For a 2011 Suzuki 400 King Quad, you would need # 2202895.
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Reverse Function on the Dutton-Lainson Brake Winch Self-Locking - 2500 Pounds
The Dutton-Lainson Brake Winch, # DL15721, you have does not have a freewheel option. This winch uses an automatic friction brake to prevent runaway loads. This means you will have to turn the handle counter clockwise to unwind the cable from the winch. We carry the Fulton High-Performance 2-Speed Winch, # FT2605Z0301, that is around the same capacity as your winch and has a neutral, freewheeling option.
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What is the Correct Cable for Use with the Fulton High-Performance 2-Speed Trailer Winch
The Fulton winch, # FT32050301, does not come with the cable. For a cable, you can use # FWC7500100. This cable measures 50 feet long and it has a diameter of 7/32 inches. Current pricing for the cable is available on the product page. I have included a link to our FAQ article on hand winches.
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Does the Master Lock Electric Trailer Winch Have a Brake
Yes, there is a brake on the Master Lock Winch # 2953AT winch that you referenced. Basically, the brake will always be applied when powering in and will only be released when you activate the freespooling clutch knob to let the cable out.
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ATV Winch and Winch Mount for a 2006 Yamaha Wolverine 450
For your 2006 Yamaha Wolverine 450 we have the Superwinch mount # 2202896. This mount is also compatible with the LT3000, # SW1130220, that you have referenced.
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How to Wire a Superwinch Trailer Winch for a Car Hauler Towed by a 1992 Ford F-350 Diesel
There are several ways that you can wire up the Superwinch S3000, # 1430200. We actually have an FAQ article that covers the different methods you could use to power the winch. I have included a link to the FAQ and a link to a video that shows a typical installation. I have also included a link to the installation details for the S3000 for you. You also may need a wiring kit, # SW1520. I have included a link to the installation details for the wiring kit as well.
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Superwinch C1000 Crane Cam Recommendation for Raising and Lowering 290 lbs
I believe I have something that would work for you, but the Dutton Lainsons policy on their StrongArm electric winches is that they are for hauling and pulling operations. They are not to be used as hoists for lifting, supporting or transporting people, or for handling loads over areas where people could be present. I would recommend you get the Superwinch C1000 Crane Winch # 03002. This winch has more than enough capacity would need and is weather resistant so that it should perform well in
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Mounting a Hand Winch on the Front Cargo Rack of a Yamaha Grizzly ATV with a 5 ft Moose Snow Blade
I would recommend using a ratchet crank hand winch like the Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch, part # DL16003. This would allow you to mount the winch to your front cargo rack and not worry about the full 360 degree rotation. This will also give you the lift you need for your blade and includes a 12 ft strap already installed. We also offer standard winches with ratcheting replacement handles like the B Series Dutton-Lainson Heavy Duty Brake Winch, part # DL10770, with B Series Ratcheting Replacemen
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Will the Fulton High-Performance 2-Speed Trailer Winch Replace a Shelby 5460A Winch
First, we do have the Shelby winch, # 5460, if you want to replace it with another of the same model. If you need a strap to go with it, use # DL24249. In order to determine if the Fulton winch, # FT2605Z0301, will mount in the same location as the Shelby winch, you will need to look at the mounting pattern of the Shelby winch and compare it to the mounting hole pattern of the Fulton winch. I have included a picture that shows the mounting hole pattern and dimensions for you.
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Quality Heavy Duty Hand Winches Needed to Safely Raise and Lower Baseball Backstop Netting
As long as each winch would not be required to lift over 600 lbs, I recommend going with the Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch, # DL14125, which is capable of lifting up to 600 lbs and is a very economical choice. This winch will accept up to 61 feet of 5/32 cable and you could use a 50 foot length of 3/16 inch diameter cable, # DL24044. If you are required to use 3/8 inch diameter cable, I would recommend the Dutton-Lainson 3,200 lb Hand Winch, # DL15440, which should have more than the capacity
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Winch Recommendation for Lifting 900 lbs 20 Feet High
The Shelby 3,200 lbs. Two-Speed Winch, # 5480, would be a good choice for your application. This winch is rated well over the capacity you would need to lift 900 lbs 20 feet and you could use the 50 foot hand winch cable, # DL24104, on this winch. A good thing about the two speed winch is that with only 900 lbs you will be able to use the lower gear and lift the object faster with less turns of the handle,for easier cranking, but more turns of the handle, use the higher gear. Another winch th
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