Comparing Fulton 1,500 Winch and JIM Marine Winch # 315-W2000D

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Which is superior? This one or this other one - Fulton Single Speed Trailer Winch - 8inch Long Handle - 1,500 lbs or Single-Speed Boat Trailer Winch with 20' Strap and Brake - 2,000 lbs

asked by: Craig B

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Fulton makes high quality winches like the Fulton Winch # F142201 that you referenced. JIF Marine makes great winches too and the Single-Speed Boat Trailer Winch # 315-W2000D is almost an identical design except for it comes with a 20 foot cable and a strap included. Based on that I would go with the JIF.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The bolt hole dimensions on the bottom of the Jif Marine Single-Speed Boat Trailer Winch with 20' Strap and Brake item #315-W2000D are 2.5 inches apart center to center. The attachment point to the center bolt is a slot that is 3.5 inches - 5…

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Answer 2

Since you currently have a 1500 lb capacity winch, I'd recommend staying with that capacity, as long as it's working well for you. Since you're using the winch to pull a boat up on a trailer, I'd recommend using a winch with a strap,…

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The T1401 has been discontinued but based on my research that is a 1,400 lb winch with a 20 foot strap. To replace it, the best option is the very similar Fulton Trailer Winch #F142201. The #F142201 is a 1,500 lb winch that also uses a 20 foot strap;…

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Answer 4

To get the cable to come off of the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch, item #DL10974, you would need to crank the winch until the cable is all the way unwound from the winch drum and then continue cranking in the same direction until the cable is…

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Answer 5

I recommend replacing your Fulton T1801 boat trailer winch with the Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch #DL17042. Fulton was acquired by First Brands in the beginning of 2023 and has had issues with manufacturing of parts including those for your Fulton winch.…

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Answer 6

I do recommend using a brake hand winch for a boat trailer. The Single-Speed Boat Trailer Winch part #315-W2000D is a great cost effective option with included strap and brake. It also has a neutral freewheel so you can let line out without the…

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 12

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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