winch question

Submitted: Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 13:55
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hi all, i have a 1990 model 4runner and considering fitting a winch to the front of it. my question is will it change the fuel economy of my car drematically.
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Reply By: Willem - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 16:39

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 16:39
I wouldn't think so.

A winch only weighs around 15-20 kilos. So its just a bit of extra weight. You could carry that weight in the back in two or three slabs of beer and you wouldn't notice any difference.
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Reply By: navaraman - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 17:24

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 17:24
I'd agree with Willem, a marginal increase in weight, no more than driving around with full tanks compared to half full. Even less weight if you use plasma rope instead of steel.
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Reply By: Smudger - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 17:43

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 17:43
Winch + winch Bar + heavy duty supsension to handle the extra weight up front. Yeah, the weight does become an issue. I know a number of guys with winches, which have never been used. If you're going to get into heavy duty four wheelin' the cost is justifiable, but most winches are just a peice of expensive 4WD jewellery. It depends entirely where you intend to go.
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Reply By: Crackles - Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 21:10

Saturday, Apr 14, 2007 at 21:10
Red you would notice the heavy steering & lower front end far more than any change in fuel consumption.
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