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| Landlord Member Since: 27 Oct 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 582   
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Try Peter at First Four, very helpful and good quality kit.
http://www.firstfour.co.uk/products/winch-...nditioning 2007 TD5 90 Hard Top |
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4th Nov 2012 8:04am |
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| diesel_jim Member Since: 13 Oct 2008 Location: hiding Posts: 6092 
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Husky EW8000 or warn 9000i, both low profile (ish, the Husky is a bit bigger), both supplied as standard over the years, both powerful and robust (i.e., don't need to be used every other day to stop them from siezing up)
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4th Nov 2012 8:21am |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8580
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Ric, it might be worthwhile having a short trip up north to West Yorkshire and seeing Chris at the Electric Winch Shop.
There is a vast range of winches out there. Would strongly suggest that you avoid cheap winches on ebay? Premier winches is probably Warn however at a premier price although they have the cheaper Tabor range. Goldfish range from David Bowyer have a good reputation. Consider the Warrior winch range as well. Used to be badged as Champion until American law got involved! Syntetic line or steel cable? Synthetic line is considered to be safer then steel, however steel correctly used will be harder wearing for hedge and tree stump removal. Have a few words with Chris he has been around winches for a year or two 
Brendan |
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4th Nov 2012 8:33am |
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| Chauch Member Since: 10 Dec 2011 Location: Bedfordshire Posts: 51 
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I personally cannot speak highly enough of the Goodwinch range. Superb support and if you can get a package deal from David, always offered at the shows, extremely good value...
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4th Nov 2012 9:19am |
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| willy eckerslike Member Since: 15 Jun 2009 Location: North yorks Posts: 1789 
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I've had a champion ( so called cheap) winch for years, use it once or twice a month, Would i buy a Warn or other premium winch at 3 times the price, simply NO. Do take into consideration the weights involved and possible suspension upgrade. Very sensible advice from Brendan re rope versus wire and visiting the Electric winch shop.
Most of all get advice on properly rated shackles/ slings and snatch blocks, definately avoid anything that is not stamped with a safe working load. Original Member Pie n Pea Club. 110 HCPU Tipper |
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4th Nov 2012 9:29am |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8580
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Consider carefully how you will use the winch.
Grubbing out hedges use either a short length of chain or a wire sling around the tree. Not the winch rope! Bark damage to rooted out hedge is not an issue. Webbing slings not as durable as chain Zip wire to a tree? Widest possible POLYESTER strap, for minimal extension and minimal damage to the tree! Chris has a wide range of winches on display. IF you decide to visit him give him a phone call beforehand so he can put an hour or so aside to talk to you! Remember it is not just winch/bumper package that you need to look at but the COMPLETE package. Shackles, chains, straps and do not forget safety gear such as gloves! Wireless control might be useful as well. Also learn how to use it safely. Winches WILL bite and it will be PAINFUL if you do not use them safely. Brendan |
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4th Nov 2012 9:59am |
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| v40mav Member Since: 25 Aug 2008 Location: UK Posts: 206 
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Used various winches over the years - some guys love hydraulic ones - but I've only ever fitted electric ones -
In the previous 90's I had a Come-up 9500lb winch and that did everything that was asked of it when needed - In the truck cab - I had the Warn 8274 as it was getting used a bit more seriously off road and was a lot faster - but it depends on what use it will get. Sometimes the free spool would stick !! but a clean later and it was all fine again If you are using on a commercial basis - then its worth getting the right tool for the job. One common issue with electric winches is that people do not use then for ages and then suddenly need them and find they don't work as expected - You service your vehicle regularly - do like wise for you winch and it will serve you well On the 110 just now I have a T-max 12000lb ewi-12000 - Can't fault it in any way. Cable v rope - Mmmm now there's another debate that could go on for days - I have the wire still on mine - bit have plasma to replace it when it needs to be done - for moving trees / shrubs - personally I'd use wire with strops and follow usual safety guidelines. Using a Winch sail / etc If you have not done much winching in the past - get along to a training course - that will be invaluable and may save you some mishaps that can be very dangerous when using winches. Defender 110 County SW Disco 3 HSE Freelander 2 HSE - SOLD going back to a car www.lothian4x4response.org |
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4th Nov 2012 10:06am |
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| landy andy Member Since: 15 Feb 2009 Location: Ware, Herts Posts: 5687 
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Just ordered a new winch myself.
I've had a warn winch for ages, and it has been very very good, but does get regular use. But now motor has gone and it is silly money to replace, and warn are over priced for what they are. For your situation I would advise you get on the phone to Dave at superwinch. He can sort you out the full kit, bumper, wires, isolator, remotes, plasma, and even a training in its use. And if your needs change, you can alter your winch to suit them. His back up and support I believe is top notch....... Andy |
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4th Nov 2012 10:44am |
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| fekete Member Since: 24 Dec 2008 Location: Here on the other end of the computer Posts: 3626 
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just get the motor rewound  NEVER TAKE LIFE SERIOUSLY. NOBODY GETS OUT ALIVE ANYWAY |
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4th Nov 2012 12:00pm |
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| johnszs Member Since: 16 Aug 2010 Location: Hereford Posts: 459 
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Goodwinch gets my vote
I have recently fitted a bow 2 large drum winch to my 90 and can't fault it *looks the dogs nagers *reasonable *david gave some nice discount 2004 TD5 Defender 90 xs station wagon |
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4th Nov 2012 4:56pm |
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| sc70 Member Since: 29 Jun 2010 Location: Tregaron Posts: 261  
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Goldfish form David Bowyer (Goodwinch) great winch for the price, as already said David will give you a great deal on winch and bumper
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4th Nov 2012 5:51pm |
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| Supacat Member Since: 16 Oct 2012 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 11018 
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If you're set on an electric winch, then Warn are good; but given your intended useage have you ruled out a Tirfor hand winch.
Given the choice of either (and I have both) the Tirfor is by far the most impressive and reliable. |
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4th Nov 2012 6:36pm |
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| willy eckerslike Member Since: 15 Jun 2009 Location: North yorks Posts: 1789
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Given you would rather use a tirfor is the Warn Winch not reliable then, surely pressing a button is easier then rigging up a Tirfor, especially in muddy conditions. Original Member Pie n Pea Club.
110 HCPU Tipper |
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4th Nov 2012 6:44pm |
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| Supacat Member Since: 16 Oct 2012 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 11018
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All depends on the circumstances but given the following:
Earlier post "One common issue with electric winches is that people do not use then for ages and then suddenly need them and find they don't work as expected" - never a problem with a Tirfor; Duty cycles - any electric winch will either kill a battery or overheat on multiple full load pulls - a Tirfor will work at rated load all day; Versatility - front mounted has limited use for a reverse pull or indeed pull on a separate vehicle where you cannot manoevre to a winching position - Tirfor is very portable and can be moved from vehicle to vehicle. An electric winch may be easier and quicker and I've used mine many times but if I had to choose between them then the Tirfor would win hands down. It's just such an amazing piece of kit. |
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4th Nov 2012 7:45pm |
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