How are the long term reports for these RECON 10,500lb winches with synthetic line? Looking for a winch for my Jeep Wrangler...thanks!
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I have had mine on my Jeep Wrangler for over a year and use it on average once a month. Operates flawlessly. Never had a problem.
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I cannot respond to the question directly, however I can tell you about my experience. I have a 9000 lbs winch and it couldn't pull my 2001 silverado duramax out from my frame resting on the ground. I hooked the smitty to a tree with a chain and clevis effectively doubling the pulling power and it walked my truck right out. I hope this helps.
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3200. Be sure u wind it so the load is on the back of the winch. I broke one but they replaced it.
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I have the 2500 lb rated pair and after my latest 3000 mile road trip they made a significant difference in towing characteristics. Less road chuck, no noticeable sway and minimum sag. My 5th wheel unit has a 2300 lb pin weight plus load so they are put to the test each and every outing. So to make a long answer a little longer yes they are sold in pairs and yes they are worth the money.
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Breana,I believe the weight at 3200lbs is correct. The winch is great. I have a work pontoon boat that is loaded with tools, generator, air compressor,to many handtools to mention, winch, chains and normally over a 1000 ft of cable. Boat comes in and out of the lake several times a day in moving from one location to another. Tore up two standard duty winches, this Fulton winch is the best I have ever used. Ed Cobb Boon Docks Wedowee, Al.
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I used this extension for my dinghy tow on my 4000 lb jeep. My recent trip went from Tampa,FL&gt;Estes Park, CO&gt;Moab,UT&gt; Albuquerque, NM&gt;Tampa. Lots of climbs & descents. Work without a hitch.(pun intended.)
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Well, you are not alone. I completely missed that wt limit also, if it was there. None of my friends can use it. One friend who is 145lb could not really make it work. We ended up doing some redneck engineering with some boat bumpers and can sit on it, but not stand. I am going to save for my neices and nephews, but all of my crew is too heavy.
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Without a winch it only dropped about one eighth of an inch more than stock. It was barely measurable. I did not take note of the actual weight but it should be noted on the website.
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I use the winch that I bought for that purpose and it does not given me any problems but regarding its safety I think I am in no position to answer that .. Check the manual
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I can tell you I use a 12000 lb winch and have had no trouble. It meets my needs
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No, stock factory bumpers will not support a winch or the forces involved with a recovery operation. Depending on what you drive there may be options to keep your stock bumper and add in winch support frames/skeletons that will hold a winch and withstand the forces involved but keep a relatively looking stock bumper intact. I run one such system on my Jeep XJ. It's called the Detours USA Backbone bumper system. Do yourself a favor and buy an actual winch bumper or support. Even Wranglers require some kind of support plate to support a winch.
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Hmmm, not sure, but from personal and professional experience several factors affect duty cycle. 1) a fully charged battery is a must. A low and or weak battery will burn up the motor quickly. 2) Load, if the motor is at or near stall the load is to great. Two-part the line to cut the load in half. I use mine to load dead mowers and ATVs onto a trailer. I would say under a light load where the winch is not struggling, several minutes (2-3) is all I would do. Feel the case, if its too hot to keep your hand on, stop and let it cool. Under a heavy load where the winch is near stall, I readjust the pull or two-part the line. I never pull near stall more than a few seconds at a time. So far my winch has been working great following these guide lines. I have several friends and customers who do not follow these tips and are always burning up motors, stretching line or breaking the cables. keep in mind this is a very basic and light duty winch, thus the low price.
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I received an E-mail asking for someone to provide input to this question. Based on the manufacturer's model number listed on this ad I would say that it's the 3200 LB model. the number following the FW FWXXXX is the capacity rating for the winch. However, I really think you need to have the seller respond to verify that this is the correct manufacturer model number. Please see details on these winches at: http://www.fultonperformance.com/content/products.aspx?lvl=2&parentid;=7900&catid;=7920∂=0
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I am a customer and have nothing to do with this store. I have bought many of these mounts they are very strong and very well made I sell them to go with my 8000 LBS Mile Marker winches in my store. This receiver is for the 2 inch type receiver. I am not sure if the bolt pattern is the same where the winch bolts to the plate. I just measured the bolt pattern is 10 " center to center of the holes for the lengh then inside of that is another set of holes that is 6 1/2 center to center. For the width I measured 4 1/2 " center to center and one end of the holes has a 1/2 adjustment making it a 1/2 longer or shorter . Hope this helps you out I am a customer and have nothing to do with this store. I have bought many of these mounts they are very strong and very well made I sell them to go with my 8000 LBS Mile Marker winches in my store. This receiver is for the 2 inch type receiver. I am not sure if the bolt pattern is the same where the winch bolts to the plate. I just measured the bolt pattern is 10 " center to center of the holes for the lengh then inside of that is another set of holes that is 6 1/2 center to center. For the width I measured 4 1/2 " center to center and one end of the holes has a 1/2 adjustment... » Read More I am a customer and have nothing to do with this store. I have bought many of these mounts they are very strong and very well made I sell them to go with my 8000 LBS Mile Marker winches in my store. This receiver is for the 2 inch type receiver. I am not sure if the bolt pattern is the same where the winch bolts to the plate. I just measured the bolt pattern is 10 " center to center of the holes for the lengh then inside of that is another set of holes that is 6 1/2 center to center. For the width I measured 4 1/2 " center to center and one end of the holes has a 1/2 adjustment making it a 1/2 longer or shorter . Hope this helps you out « Show Less
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Most cars weigh 2800 to 4500 pounds. This winch is rated for 8000 pounds. Most experts on rigging suggest having a winch 2x the strength needed. So, yes, if you are doing vehicle recovery for vehicles stuck in snow, mud & ditches, it's perfect. If you need a winch to pull a semi-truck weighing 12,000 pounds,than no. M-8000 (8 thousand pound rating).
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The Winch companies would do well to have a universal statement on their websites, to eliminate confusion. Steel cable uses the Roller Fairlead. Synthetic Rope uses Hawse (Smooth) Fairlead.
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I wouldn't use synthetic rope to lift anything overhead. Wire is more durable and will hold more load (especially "jerk" load) but will separate with use and cause the user to cut their hands with the freyed wire. Also, if you are going to lift overhead, be sure to check that the winch is made for that type of use. I own 4 of these and they haven't failed yet as far as pulling my atv's out of the mud.