Recommended Wire Size and Wiring Kit to Power Trailer Mounted Winch From Vehicle Battery
Published 02/21/2020
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I am running wire from battery to rear of vehicle to power a winch mounted on my trailer. Vehicle wheelbase is 130inch and winch is a 5k lb. What wire size? Thank you
asked by: Jason W
Expert Reply:
You'll want to use 2 gauge wire, like our Bulldog Winch Wiring Kit, part # BDW20206. The kit includes a quick connector for the rear of the vehicle, as well as a quick connect that would install on your winch wiring. The wire included with the kit is 20 feet long, so it should work well for you.
If you use the provided links, you can see a product description and an install video. I've also linked you to a help article that contains more info about wiring a winch.
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ComeUp DV-6s Off-Road Winch - Synthetic Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 6,000 lbs
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