Recommended Water Resistant Winch Cover for a Boat Winch

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My boat trailer hand winch was galvanized…but it starting to corrode…also the strap sits outside in the sun. Does anyone make a drawstring, waterproof cover for the winch to protect it from the elements?

asked by: Vic L

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Yes, there are a few options. The closest one to what you're describing needing would be the Dutton-Lainson Winch Cover item # DL24051. It measures 10" long x 8" wide x 8" tall. The cover is flexible and there is also the requested draw rope at the bottom.

If this one won't work for your winch then go ahead and check out the link enclosed below. It has all of our available winch covers.

Another thing you can do is coat your winch strap with the TruXedo Pro-Tex Protectant Spray item # TX1704511. This is typically used on truck tonneau cover and convertible top applications but it will also work very well to provide your winch strap with UV protection equivalent to SPF 30.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Jerred H.

2/3/2026

Hey, how did the Dutton-Lainson winch cover work out for protecting your boat trailer winch? I'm curious if the drawstring kept it snug and if the TruXedo spray helped with the strap’s UV protection. Your feedback could help others trying to keep their winch gear in good shape outdoors.

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