Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 14, 2014, 09:40:11 PM
Looked at the Badlands from Harbor Freight but have read mixed reviews on that one so I may stay away from it.
Post by: ranier1315 on August 14, 2014, 10:58:47 PM
Take this for what it is. An opinion. You could buy a $ 1000 warn and get a lemon also.
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 14, 2014, 11:02:55 PM
Post by: 94xjsport94 on August 15, 2014, 01:12:46 AM
Post by: kvom on August 15, 2014, 02:22:13 AM
Post by: tjsahara00 on August 15, 2014, 04:21:05 AM
been a workhorse! Never one issue
in 3 1/2 years. Probably around 2
dozen pulls.
If I ever buy another winch I would
buy Superwinch again.
Post by: DOUG on August 15, 2014, 05:37:01 AM
Post by: lt99ls1 on August 15, 2014, 08:59:22 AM
Post by: jgerhard on August 15, 2014, 09:00:19 AM
At the price point you want, you may wish to look at the warranty of the product more, and the store you buy it from, if they will give you an immediate replacement. I would go with a local shop that has a direct relationship with Rugged Ridge. Rugged Ridge is local and has pretty strong warranties so take a look. Handling synthetic rope is much easier as well. That said there are people running on Smittybilt and RR winches for a long time so ....
Price for value I would try to find a used Warn M8000, but thats very hard to find.
Post by: mrmike1964 on August 15, 2014, 09:17:51 AM
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 15, 2014, 09:23:05 AM
I've had 3 if the Suoerwinch epi9 and they are awesome, but they may not be available any more. They were built in the states and they are quite a bit more money. I would take a chance on their low cost winch because they stand being their products.
That model is not available anymore. I think the Tiger Shark took it's place. Sounds like the same design though from what I read.
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 15, 2014, 09:28:32 AM
I agree with you mrmike, but even if I saved up that kind of money I am not sure I could part with it on a winch. Seems like a ton of money to spend on something you use every now and then. At the same time, when you need it to work....you don't want to find out your winch took a dump on you.
Post by: kent10sne1 on August 15, 2014, 09:55:07 AM
Post by: LUVNMY06TJ on August 15, 2014, 04:43:08 PM
http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=11890.0 (http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=11890.0)
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 15, 2014, 07:28:18 PM
Post by: jgerhard on August 15, 2014, 07:42:42 PM
Post by: jgerhard on August 15, 2014, 07:48:56 PM
Post by: Skandalous on August 15, 2014, 08:16:28 PM
Post by: mrmike1964 on August 15, 2014, 08:30:50 PM
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 15, 2014, 11:37:09 PM
Opinion alert: VR series still china sourced winch. I would go RR over that and rely on warranty with local shop like Allsouth. /End Opinion. 1st post did ask for opinions //;D//
Yes I asked for opinions and I definitely appreciate the great information I am getting here from you experienced offroaders. You guys have been very helpful.
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 16, 2014, 03:44:26 PM
Once you go that high go for a full Warn like the M8000. It will pull more than 8000. Check it on amazon very good price. Then later add the synthetic line.
That is not a bad price for a Warn M8000. $556 plus free shipping. That might be worth saving up another $250 and getting that one.
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 16, 2014, 04:57:08 PM
Not trying to plug, but we sell a ton of the Engo 9000S = $400 (Delivered to your door step).
Okay plug over :)
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 16, 2014, 07:30:43 PM
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 16, 2014, 07:35:39 PM
I haven't read all of the posts, but I would definitely recommend going ahead with a synthetic rope.
Not trying to plug, but we sell a ton of the Engo 9000S = $400 (Delivered to your door step).
Okay plug over :)
Although $400 is not bad for a winch with synthetic cable (referring to my last post). What kind of warranty is offered on the Engo 9000S?
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 16, 2014, 07:47:50 PM
http://4wheelonline.com/Smittybilt_XRC_9500k_Winch_Syn_Rope.243725.1568194 (http://4wheelonline.com/Smittybilt_XRC_9500k_Winch_Syn_Rope.243725.1568194)
Post by: kvom on August 17, 2014, 02:47:24 AM
Opinions on this one (comes with a free cover):
http://4wheelonline.com/Smittybilt_XRC_9500k_Winch_Syn_Rope.243725.1568194 (http://4wheelonline.com/Smittybilt_XRC_9500k_Winch_Syn_Rope.243725.1568194)
2 year warranty on electrical is a plus as is synthetic rope.
Post by: tcdawg on August 17, 2014, 05:39:04 PM
Opinions on this one (comes with a free cover):
http://4wheelonline.com/Smittybilt_XRC_9500k_Winch_Syn_Rope.243725.1568194 (http://4wheelonline.com/Smittybilt_XRC_9500k_Winch_Syn_Rope.243725.1568194)
I have seen a ton of people pull with the Smittybuilt XRC's and I've never seen one fail. I had one on my TJ and it worked perfectly
That price for the 9.5 and syn line is damn hard to beat
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 17, 2014, 06:29:50 PM
Post by: Cannonballkev on August 17, 2014, 07:18:35 PM
Worth a try anyway! Ha ha
Post by: Jeepster1407 on August 17, 2014, 08:51:56 PM
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 17, 2014, 09:04:51 PM
Get stuck with her in the jeep, then say " if I only had a winch"
Worth a try anyway! Ha ha
Getting her to ride with me would be more of a chore than just going ahead and getting the winch and asking for forgiveness later...
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 17, 2014, 09:12:31 PM
Reasons for deciding on the Smittybilt XRC 9.5 GEN 2:
Lifetime mechanical warranty
2 Year electrical warranty
Waterproof up to 1 meter (3 feet) if I understand the IP67 rating correctly
Free winch cover with purchase
Price for what you get
Post by: Raisinhead on August 17, 2014, 09:37:02 PM
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 17, 2014, 09:53:47 PM
My smitty has been great. I went with the X20. I do wish very much that I had synthetic and will be switching it out soon. My only other complaint is that it's a little on the slow side.
I have not heard anything bad about them so far. I don't feel I can go wrong with it.
Post by: tcdawg on August 18, 2014, 12:53:14 PM
I have to figure out how to get it without the wife knowing I dropped $400+ on a winch...
Talk to Raisenhead
Post by: Lhub36 on August 18, 2014, 01:03:51 PM
Post by: Danny Kinder on August 18, 2014, 09:14:59 PM
Limited lifetime warranty on mechanicalI haven't read all of the posts, but I would definitely recommend going ahead with a synthetic rope.
Not trying to plug, but we sell a ton of the Engo 9000S = $400 (Delivered to your door step).
Okay plug over :)
Although $400 is not bad for a winch with synthetic cable (referring to my last post). What kind of warranty is offered on the Engo 9000S?
components with a 1-Year warranty on electrical components.
The RR and Smitty are good options too.
Post by: Raisinhead on August 18, 2014, 09:47:33 PM
Lol, MMSP ftwI have to figure out how to get it without the wife knowing I dropped $400+ on a winch...
Talk to Raisenhead
Post by: brentdavis on August 18, 2014, 11:30:39 PM
Post by: Jeepster1407 on August 19, 2014, 10:19:23 PM
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 20, 2014, 09:56:16 AM
I have to figure out how to get it without the wife knowing I dropped $400+ on a winch...
Talk to Raisenhead
Alright. Is he the hook up for winches?
Post by: tcdawg on August 20, 2014, 12:33:15 PM
I have to figure out how to get it without the wife knowing I dropped $400+ on a winch...
Talk to Raisenhead
Alright. Is he the hook up for winches?
nope
He has a way for you to afford your jeep goodies without going through the wife.
Post by: Raisinhead on August 20, 2014, 01:10:15 PM
Haha, this information is too sensitive for the internet.I have to figure out how to get it without the wife knowing I dropped $400+ on a winch...
Talk to Raisenhead
Alright. Is he the hook up for winches?
nope
He has a way for you to afford your jeep goodies without going through the wife.
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 23, 2014, 10:51:25 PM
Fixing to pull the trigger on a new winch ;)
Post by: Raisinhead on August 24, 2014, 02:59:52 AM
Post by: cru9 on August 24, 2014, 07:38:33 AM
Post by: tcdawg on August 24, 2014, 08:46:19 AM
Major trap
Yep. I see new kitchen cabinets in your future.
I know my soft doors cost me dining room chairs.
All good though, you got to pay to play
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 24, 2014, 08:47:41 AM
Major trap
You know it is!
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 24, 2014, 08:52:35 AM
Major trap
Yep. I see new kitchen cabinets in your future.
I know my soft doors cost me dining room chairs.
All good though, you got to pay to play
Yeah, it more than likely will be new carpet and flooring throughout the house. That's what she is wanting. That is fine with me.
Post by: jgerhard on August 24, 2014, 09:14:23 AM
All good though, you got to pay to playyep yep
Post by: Raisinhead on August 24, 2014, 09:20:18 AM
You sure you want to use the winch on this one? You may be able to go bigger if you are trading floors.Major trap
Yep. I see new kitchen cabinets in your future.
I know my soft doors cost me dining room chairs.
All good though, you got to pay to play
Yeah, it more than likely will be new carpet and flooring throughout the house. That's what she is wanting. That is fine with me.
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 24, 2014, 02:55:26 PM
You sure you want to use the winch on this one? You may be able to go bigger if you are trading floors.Major trap
Yep. I see new kitchen cabinets in your future.
I know my soft doors cost me dining room chairs.
All good though, you got to pay to play
Yeah, it more than likely will be new carpet and flooring throughout the house. That's what she is wanting. That is fine with me.
lol, I hear you. Yeah, I could probably get another stock cherokee for what the flooring will cost. I need a few other things so I may throw them in with the deal //;D//
Post by: LUVNMY06TJ on August 24, 2014, 08:07:32 PM
Post by: kvom on August 25, 2014, 02:04:46 AM
Safety is the number one reason.
If the winch doesn't come with rope then I'd recommend getting rope with a thimble rather than a hook.
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 27, 2014, 06:09:41 PM
Definitely go with rope whichever winch you buy.
Safety is the number one reason.
If the winch doesn't come with rope then I'd recommend getting rope with a thimble rather than a hook.
Yep, got the synthetic rope winch. Smittybilt 9.5. $427 shipped to my door with a free cover. Regular price was $449 but the web site said "We give deep discounts, just give us a call". So I did and asked them what that was about and the guy said they have some leeway on prices so he knocked off $22.
I was like cool! Should be delivered by Friday.
Post by: brentdavis on August 27, 2014, 06:45:17 PM
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 27, 2014, 07:55:59 PM
Who did you order it from?
http://4wheelonline.com/Smittybilt_XRC_9500k_Winch_Syn_Rope.243725.1568194 (http://4wheelonline.com/Smittybilt_XRC_9500k_Winch_Syn_Rope.243725.1568194)
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 29, 2014, 11:44:24 PM
Post by: jgerhard on August 30, 2014, 12:35:28 PM
Post by: Big Dave on August 30, 2014, 01:17:00 PM
Post by: clark123456 on August 30, 2014, 09:28:17 PM
Just be sure the bumper has more than the stock 3 bolts holding it on each side. If so, it will rip right off.
What vehicle is this going on?
Post by: 94xjsport94 on August 31, 2014, 01:15:38 AM
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 31, 2014, 07:21:30 PM
From your pic it seems that you just need to drill your bumper with the bolt pattern of the winch?
It is a custom made bumper by me but at the time I built it I did not think I would get a winch...famous last words right?
Anyway, the top of the bumper is only 3 inches so it is too narrow for a winch at the moment. I can either buy a winch mounting plate and modify it slightly to make it a complete bolt on deal or I can take my bumper off and modify it to accommodate a winch by doing a little cutting and welding in a winch tray.
Another option is to just weld in a square tube for a hitch and use one of those winch cradles. I could use it on front or back that way. And also I keep it stored out of the weather when not in use.
Post by: jeepjunky68 on August 31, 2014, 07:24:51 PM
Just be sure the bumper has more than the stock 3 bolts holding it on each side. If so, it will rip right off.
It is a custom bumper with the long brackets going back on the frame with 5 or 6 bolts per side and also tied in to the front with some angle brackets and bolts. If it tears off the whole Jeep is totaled!
Post by: kvom on September 01, 2014, 08:04:44 AM