Winch

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Winches

All travellers should be capable and equipped for winching so in this article we will discuss the various winching methods and equipment on the market.

Member - Munji

I'm thinking of purchasing a Mean Mother Edge series winch - 12,000lbs with dynema rope. Interested on any good/bad feedback on this brand.

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Reply By: Mick O - Monday, Sep 01, 2014 at 12:31

Monday, Sep 01, 2014 at 12:31

Munji, much as I hate to steer any where but EO, there is a great thread on another forum about low-cost winches and in particular their warrantees (or lack thereof).

Some food for thought.

http://www.4x4earth.com.au/forum/general-4x4-discussion/25959-winch-warrantys-who-support-when-walk.html

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Follow Up By: Member - Munji - Monday, Sep 01, 2014 at 13:37

Monday, Sep 01, 2014 at 13:37

Mick O

Thanks for the feedback, I like the look of the TT winch.
Cheers

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Reply By: olcoolone - Monday, Sep 01, 2014 at 14:59

Monday, Sep 01, 2014 at 14:59

Try and stay away from synthetic ropes, great for comp work but a waste of time and money for normal use.

It's one of those thing that everyone thinks seeing the racing guys and girls use it it must be good...... run it across rocks and kiss goodbye to it.

Comp guys use it for a few reasons like weight saving, no need for a dampener and the most important part speed of use plus they replace the rope regularly.

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Reply By: Member - Serendipity(WA) - Monday, Sep 01, 2014 at 19:59

Monday, Sep 01, 2014 at 19:59

My son and I both have this winch. Pulled us out of some very sticky places on the Canning Stock Route.

My son uses his a lot more as young fellas tend to do. Not had a problem.

We just bought them on ebay. Had mine for 2 years and my son has had his for 3 years.

No connection with the retailer - just happy customers.

Serendipity.