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synthetic winch line dilemma

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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 12:58 PM
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I am in the market for a new winch line and am about to pull the trigger on a synthetic line... I have a warn 9.5ti and want to get the most line I can on the spool and have it be a good strength. I was looking at the warn spydura 3/8" 100foot line on Northridge 4x4 and its a very good price. I was also debating on the viking 3/8" 80foot line in an orange color but is a bit pricier and did not see this on the Northridge site. Is 100' of 3/8" line going to fit on my winch and spool properly? What other brands do you guys recommend?

P.S. I really like orange rope if I can have a choice
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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 02:50 PM
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Not sure how this may help you. But I have a Engo 10k winch which came with 85' steel cable. Swapped that out for 100' of 3/8th Amsteel synthetic rope. That 100' barely fit on the drum. I don't think I could have gone with their 125' line.
http://www.amsteelblue.com/3-8-Inch-Amsteel-Blue/Orange/Winch-Lines/
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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 02:53 PM
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Yes it will fit. Anything more than that you will need to make an extension. Have you looked at the Technora line at Jeepswag? Good quality at a good price, and comes in a few colors
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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 02:57 PM
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Just make sure you wind it tight every time after use and you will be OK
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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 04:29 PM
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Thanks for the replies guys. I've never run synthetic before but can't wait to enjoy all the benefits. That steel cable scared me every time...
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