The corrosion-resistant, cast aluminum frame on this fully enclosed winch makes it perfect for marine use. Other unique features include adjustable handle length and configuration, an easy-to-use pawl knob and a dual-gear drum.
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Note: As of January 2013, Neutral option has been disengaged
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Today we're going to review part number FW20000301. This is the Fulton F2 Fully-Enclosed Trailer Winch with a 2,000 pound weight capacity. This corrosion-resistant cast aluminum frame on this fully-enclosed winch makes it perfect for marine use. The completely enclosed design is durable and stylish. Cast aluminum frame provides corrosion resistance. Does have an aluminum soft grip handle which offers ultimate adjustability.
You can switch from whatever side you want. If you want to put it on the left side you can do that or you can put it on the right side. The handle length can also be adjusted. As you can see there's 4 different holes at 1 inch increments. If you put it on the first hole at the very bottom that will give you a handle length of 9 inches.
If you move it to the next one it'll be 8 inches. And then it keeps going down. If you go to that one it would be 7 and the very end one would be 6 inches. So it would range from 9, 8, 7, 6 inch adjustment on the handle. It has a quick and easy installation.
You can have it fit the industry-standard mounting pattern. It uses the Fulton Easy Install System. Basically what that is, it comes with the mounting hardware. There's 3 bolts and the nuts. What you would do is just drop it into the hole and you can slide it across to fit the pattern just like that.
And then use the nut to tighten it down. And it is adjustable. Very handle, easy-to-install system. This is the bolt attaches your handle to there. Now it also comes with the strap, which is a 2 inch wide 20 foot long strap. Now this winch can only be used with a strap and there's a strap anchor. Basically how you would install this, if you look on here on the hub, right above the hub there's a retaining bolt. What you'll need to do is take the end of the strap that has the loop in it and you would run that strap between the bolt and the hub and bring it through. And after it's through there you put the strap anchor on there. And what that does is as you wind it up this anchor will go and wedge between the hub and that retaining bolt there and it will help keep it attached to the drum. Now on front it has a pull-and-turn knob which helps you easily engage and disengage the ratchet pull. There are no exposed springs. If you move it to the middle that is neutral, it says neutral right here. That will let it go either way. It has a dual-gear drum and a solid drive gear which will allow smooth, reliable operation. The handle can be turned in reverse to slowly let out cable instead of freespooling. And on the inside there's a rear strap guide which helps to prevent the strap from contacting the gears. The strap is included. Now the gear ratio on this is 5.1:1. And basically what that will mean is to get the drum on the inside here to turn one revolution you would need to crank this handle 5.1 revolutions. The hub diameter on this drum on the inside is 7/8 of an inch. And, again, the drum storage will hold this included 20 foot by 2 inch wide strap. The capacity on this is 2,000 pounds. Does come with a limited lifetime warranty. And I'll show you the very bottom again, the mounting. And then the operation, basically, just to give you an idea. When you attach this you put this screw in there. For this right now I'm just going to give you a demonstration. I have it fully turned that way, it will crank counter-clockwise. If we pull it up, it's spring-loaded, and move it to the other way it would crank clockwise. And if we pull it up and move it into the middle it'll go either way, pretty much freespools. Very nice, handy system. And that should do it for review on part number FW20000301.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (192 Customer Reviews)
The corrosion-resistant, cast aluminum frame on this fully enclosed winch makes it perfect for marine use. Other unique features include adjustable handle length and configuration, an easy-to-use pawl knob and a dual-gear drum.I just received my new winch. Free shipping and I am surprised how quickly it arrived and how easy it was to install!! This is the third time I have ordered from them, and they have just about everything one can need for their trailer, and they provide great service and technical information. This winch has no exposed springs and the lock mechanism is greatly improved and looks great! 733436
I just installed the new bow roller and boat winch and am very pleased. The new Fulton F2 and C.E. Smith roller assembly went on easier than the old parts came off. I’m also very happy with the very clean look, they really dress up my Nitro bass boat better than the original parts. I am already making plans for more upgrades after seeing the results today. Thank you etrailer for your great service and great communication. 757040
This thing is pretty big , so be sure you have the room for it. That being said, it's a pretty solid product. Should work well for our sailboat trailer. 336567
Upgraded my winch on my boat trailer, went with a heavier one than the one that came with trailer. Absolutely one of the best winches I’ve used. I ordered the winch late on a Saturday night and received it four days later on Wednesday, fantastic service, I’ll be glad to use etrailer again . 604841
This Fulton F2 winch is an excellent item. It easily handles my Ranger 1882 VS. Easy to install and it looks great! Outstanding service from e-Trailer too. I've used them for years without problems. Highly recommended. 803518
This is my second order from e-trailer. Both were filled quickly and arrived as expected. In both cases the e-trailer replacement model recommendation and video were invaluable. The new wench was easy to install despite minimal manufacturer installation instructions. 791487
Winch stripped out on my 20' Skeeter. Replaced it with this FW2. Easy to install and is a solid upgrade from the one that came with the trailer. Ordered on a Saturday evening and was delivered Wednesday afternoon. Have ordered from etrailer before and as usual, this was a great transaction. 791042
Great service supper fast shipping Winch works great 787174
Great service, and quick delivery...... I highly recommend etrailer for your trailering needs...... 786833
I received my order today and have installed my new winch. I like all of the features of this product. Sometimes buying online does not give us the confidence that seeing in person before buying can do. I was very satisfied with this product. When you do a lot of towing of various pieces of equipment like I do it is great to know that I can get what I need to keep it all rolling. Etrailer always has what I need and gets it to me quick. 779666
Love it ! Easy to install and works like a charm ! 768320
Used the new winch today. Wow so much easier to use and pull a 19 foot bass boat up tight against the bow stop. Dual cams are the best! This was the best price from etrailer and delivered fast. Love this winch! 746347
Etrailer had a great price, quick and accurate shipping. They carry high end and less expensive products to give you a wide spectrum of choices 737760
Customer service was excellent,and delivery was on time !!!!Thank u etrailer!! 730323
Outstanding service and great product 724920
Got the strap and hook today that was missing from initial shipment. Great customer service got a new one here quickly. Successfully installed. Nice service, nice winch. 661658
Every order I have made has literally been as easy and simple as it possibly could be. I will not be buying trailer parts from anywhere else. That's a fact. 604906
This winch is much beefier than the xlt 1401 that I was replacing. Good price and great delivery time. 583853
Easy to install, looks good, and definitely seems to be a cut above the average trailer winch. 576672
Great product. Mounting was easy on standard surface. Great looks and functionability. 576277
Joey B - 10/22/2019Very happy with product after first year of use. Easy to operate, feels solid and works flawlessly. 554024
THIS IS A GREAT COMPANY TO BUY FROM. THE SERVICE IS GREAT AND PRICING IS GREAT. 500903
I will not install the products on my trailer for a few weeks and due to restoration of my boat it will be a few months before I use the Items. Everything looks as I expected and and hope I am satisfied with how they function. My main concern was the packing and shipping of the Items. Before opening the box, I didn’t know if any of the Items would be damaged or not. The outside of the box was mashed in at a couple of places, the jack handle was bursted through the box and the end was sticking out. After, opening the box, the winch box was mashed in. I didn’t see any damage to anything. 485823
Great winch, Installed it in just a couple minutes. Super easy with the large handle, cranks the boat up on the trailer like butter! 471867
Love it. Nice upgrade to the standard wench. I did have to drill new holes, which was a pain. 375979
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