Synthetic Winch Line
08-25-2008, 08:12 AM
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II'm looking for feedback about what rope length to offer. I'm strongly considering an 80' length. This is a little smaller than the standard 95' or 100', but I think it offers the best value. Not only does is cut some of the cost, but it also gets your line closer to the drum, for more pulling power. The price will be $259 plus shipping, which seems to about the same price as most offer Dyneema winch ropes for. So this should be a very good price.
I'm also looking for feedback about color. I like the look of the dark grey rope (it turns to an olive drab color), but I think that yellow or orange may make sense in regards to safety.
I'm also looking for feedback about color. I like the look of the dark grey rope (it turns to an olive drab color), but I think that yellow or orange may make sense in regards to safety.
I would also prefer 100'. I know even with 100' I have cut it close on length a few times.
08-25-2008, 08:37 AM
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The Viking synthetic Winch Line is some of the highest quality we have ran. With over 4 years on the same line and numerous pulls I have yet to have any faiures due to heat or abrasion.
The black line that you see there is what we run on all of our vehicles and is the same line wayolife has been running for a few years without any trouble at all.
The Viking Product has gone up in price alot in the last three months but we have a few left at the old price. If you are looking for a line like rotorhead has give us a call and we will can offer that to you for 275 shipped .
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David
The black line that you see there is what we run on all of our vehicles and is the same line wayolife has been running for a few years without any trouble at all.
The Viking Product has gone up in price alot in the last three months but we have a few left at the old price. If you are looking for a line like rotorhead has give us a call and we will can offer that to you for 275 shipped .
Thanks
David
08-25-2008, 08:45 AM
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The Viking synthetic Winch Line is some of the highest quality we have ran. With over 4 years on the same line and numerous pulls I have yet to have any faiures due to heat or abrasion.
The black line that you see there is what we run on all of our vehicles and is the same line wayolife has been running for a few years without any trouble at all.
The Viking Product has gone up in price alot in the last three months but we have a few left at the old price. If you are looking for a line like rotorhead has give us a call and we will can offer that to you for 275 shipped .
Thanks
David
The black line that you see there is what we run on all of our vehicles and is the same line wayolife has been running for a few years without any trouble at all.
The Viking Product has gone up in price alot in the last three months but we have a few left at the old price. If you are looking for a line like rotorhead has give us a call and we will can offer that to you for 275 shipped .
Thanks
David
08-25-2008, 09:11 AM
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Just curious about a few more things....and thanks David and WOL for responding......How are the synth lines for rot from getting wet and drying out over and over in the long term? Also, what is this "thimble thing" all about? Lastly, if I change to a synth line, do I have to run a Hawse fairlead? Thanks.
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08-25-2008, 09:45 AM
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I believe this line is originally made for the boating industry so it should be fine. I have had my line on for 4 years uncovered in the washington rain with zero problems. The thimbles are really a personal preferance .
David
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08-26-2008, 10:30 AM
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No rot problem with water or dirt although all lines should be kept clean no matter what they are made of. The big problem with synthetics is UV degradation of fibers, sensitivity to heat damage (melting), and poorer abrasion resistance than steel. I run 3/8 Purple Plasma line on my Mile Marker Winch (hydraulic 12k). This winch never gets hot so the synthetic line is perfect for this winch. The synthetics are easy to handle, safer to use, and weigh nearly 35 pounds less than steel cable and roller lead. Yes you do need a Haws Fairlead (which reduces your overhand by several inches!). I prevent the UV problem with a neoprene winch cover supplied from Mile Marker which completely covers the winch and line.
High quality synthetic rope is coated in Urethane for abrasion and UV protection, but I agree that keeping it covered is the best protection.
The heat on winch rope is actually created from the rope rolling onto itself. That's why you sometimes see hybrid ropes for sale. I've seen Dyneema used for 80 feet of the rope, spliced to Technora for the last 20 feet (rope closest to the drum).
08-26-2008, 11:08 AM
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The heat on winch rope is actually created from the rope rolling onto itself. That's why you sometimes see hybrid ropes for sale.
David
08-26-2008, 12:08 PM
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Superwinch has the brake outside the drum, which is what makes the dimensions a bit different than other winches, but also makes it ideal for Synthetic lines. I also thought that the heat was generated from the brake.
08-26-2008, 01:55 PM
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09-01-2008, 08:46 AM
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Has anyone one had any history with repairing synthetic line? I broke about 25 ft off mine last spring. Reused the metal eye on the end and had a friend that knows knots retie it for me. I have used this several times since with no issue. Just curious about what yall think. $250-300 is alot of coin to just throw out for a rope after all.