Recommended Winch for Pontoon Boat Trailer
Question:
I need to replace a brake winch on my scissors lift pontoon boat trailer. Various size boats transported up to 25’ in length. Any suggestions? Thanks.
asked by: Dirk P
Expert Reply:
Pontoon boats, particularly those that are up to 25' in length, can be heavy, so I recommend a heavy-duty boat winch, the 3,600 lb Fulton High-Performance 2-Speed Trailer Winch with Handbrake # F142430.
This is a 2-speed winch and als has a hand brake which gives you optimal control over your winching. It does use a cable only, and the correct one is the Fulton Galvanized Winch Cable with Hook # FWC7500100.
I have added links to video reviews of the winch and cable for you to check out.

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Fulton High-Performance 2-Speed Trailer Winch with Handbrake - Cable Only - Zinc - 3,700 lbs
- Trailer Winch
- Standard Hand Winch
- Boat Trailer Winch
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- Standard Hand Crank
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Fulton Galvanized Winch Cable with Hook - 50' x 7/32" - 5,600 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Winch
- Cables and Straps
- 7/32 Inch Diameter
- 1800 lbs
- Wire Rope
- 50 Feet Long
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