Wiring Kit for Powering Winch at Rear of Vehicle with 2 Gauge Wire
Updated 06/08/2021 | Published 06/06/2021
Question:
I have a 12k winch Im using to pull logs up on a trailer. I bought some #2 gauge welding cable with some quick connects on one end, cable clamps on the other end to power my winch. Running direct to the trucks battery. Wondered if this was a good idea or should I go about it differently?
asked by: Derik
Expert Reply:
You basically just created a winch wiring kit like the # BDW20207 which is 24 feet of 2 gauge wire just like what you have so what you did was a great route to go. Some might run it to the output pin of the alternator but it's basically all the same.
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Bulldog Winch Rear Wiring Kit - Quick Connect to Terminal End - 2 Gauge - 24' Long
- Accessories and Parts
- Electric Winch
- Wiring
- Quick Connects
- Wiring Kits
- 24 Feet Long
- 2 Gauge Wire
- Bulldog Winch
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