MileMarker 8000 vs. Smittybuilt XRC8
09-13-2007, 06:28 AM
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MileMarker 8000 vs. Smittybuilt XRC8
any opinions... preferences... goods or bads... i really dont want to invest too much money into a winch (less than $400) b/c it most likely will never be used or rarely be used (ie: "i didnt think it was that deep")
On the other hand... i dont want to need it and it not function correctly or reliably.
Thanks in advance!
On the other hand... i dont want to need it and it not function correctly or reliably.
Thanks in advance!
09-13-2007, 08:35 AM
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Consider one of the Harbor Frieght models as well. I only used mine once offroad, but many times helped me to take down trees in my front yard. I am definatly looking for one now that I have a new jeep.
Winches can do lots of things.
Winches can do lots of things.
09-13-2007, 09:35 AM
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I heard great things about the new XRC8. They are working pretty well. I think I will buy 2, one for the front and one for the rear.
Oh... and my old winch pulled out multiple stumps. They make great lumberjacks!
Oh... and my old winch pulled out multiple stumps. They make great lumberjacks!
09-13-2007, 10:03 AM
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Get this...8500lb. Made in tthe U.S.A.
http://www.acmejeepparts.com/products/92142_018_07.htm
http://www.acmejeepparts.com/products/92142_018_07.htm
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09-14-2007, 04:36 AM
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Like you, I do not use the winch that much, and have it for the one-in-a-great-while emergency need. I went with the XRC8 and have been happy with it so far. I have used it once to pull out a stuck explorer and it functioned flawlessly.
The only negative...there are about 10 small bolts that hold the cover on the gear housing that are rusting, and the winch has only been on the Jeep a few weeks. I have read of others seeing this also. But it is a cheap fix to go to Lowes and buy some stainless steel replacements and change them out.
The only negative...there are about 10 small bolts that hold the cover on the gear housing that are rusting, and the winch has only been on the Jeep a few weeks. I have read of others seeing this also. But it is a cheap fix to go to Lowes and buy some stainless steel replacements and change them out.
09-14-2007, 05:48 AM
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Ramsey 8500# banger for $399 still MADE IN THE U.S.A. w/ Lifetime Warranty. This is a legit winch that is not a compromise in quality. I had a 8000# Ramsey on my TJ and never had a single problem. These Smittybilt Winches are yet to be proven, however are an excellent value. All I know is that time and time again the old "you get what you pay for catches up"...
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200183124_200183124
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200183124_200183124
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09-14-2007, 07:51 PM
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Like you, I do not use the winch that much, and have it for the one-in-a-great-while emergency need. I went with the XRC8 and have been happy with it so far. I have used it once to pull out a stuck explorer and it functioned flawlessly.
The only negative...there are about 10 small bolts that hold the cover on the gear housing that are rusting, and the winch has only been on the Jeep a few weeks. I have read of others seeing this also. But it is a cheap fix to go to Lowes and buy some stainless steel replacements and change them out.
The only negative...there are about 10 small bolts that hold the cover on the gear housing that are rusting, and the winch has only been on the Jeep a few weeks. I have read of others seeing this also. But it is a cheap fix to go to Lowes and buy some stainless steel replacements and change them out.
