What Size Cable Can I Use on a Fulton Model 542 Boat Winch

Updated 09/25/2020 | Published 09/22/2020

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Hand Winch Cable with Safety Hook 1/4" Diameter x 50' Long - 3,500 lbs

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Question:

Size of cable for this winch? Is wire rope keeper item #f501001 for this winch? Thanks.

asked by: Carl P

Helpful Expert Reply:

I may have a solution for you, but there's not a lot of information available about the Fulton 542 winch since it's been discontinued for some time. I was able to find out that your winch can accept 1/4" diameter cable, up to 70' long. A good replacement for that would be to use the Hand Winch Cable with Safety Hook 1/4" Diameter x 50' Long - 3,500 lbs # DL24104, which is the longest cable we have available.

When it comes to the Fulton Winch Wire Rope Keeper # F501001, I've attached a diagram that shows the dimensions of that, so you'll want to compare the measurements of that to your existing winch to determine whether or not it will work; the bolt holes are .56" center on center, which will be the most important measurement to take note of.

expert reply by: Erik B