Winch experts: Buying a used winch- what should I know and check for?

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May 31, 2013 | 03:07 PM

Patman

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Winch experts: Buying a used winch- what should I know and check for?

Title says it... I may have a line on a good used winch for a great price. Anything in particular I should look for, other than whether or not it spools in/out?

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May 31, 2013 | 05:00 PM

gunbo75

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What brand of winch are you looking at. If its a low price one I wood buy a new one.

May 31, 2013 | 05:30 PM

Patman

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What brand of winch are you looking at. If its a low price one I wood buy a new one.

Warn 9.5cti. I would never pay for a used cheapo

May 31, 2013 | 07:39 PM

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Warn 9.5cti. I would never pay for a used cheapo

Great winch, make sure it works, check where it plugs into and isn't corroded.
Good luck!

Jun 1, 2013 | 08:54 AM

Patman

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Anyone else? Thanks for the opinions!

Jun 1, 2013 | 11:14 AM

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Make sure the cables arent dry rotted, though they can be replaced if they are. Look for flat spots and bird cages in the cable if it still has steel line on it.

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