Winch size?

Post by **zulujack** » Tue Oct 04, 2005 12:31 am

Any opinioins on what the best size for a TJ winch is? I'm thinking small, like 6/8000LBS, as I like that my tj is nice and light, not half winch, half truck!

Also I have just fitted 31' Muddies (up from stock) I was getting about 13l/100Ks with a 6 speed box. What should I expect to get now, considering the speedo is out a bit too?

Jack

Post by **maty** » Tue Oct 04, 2005 6:15 am

13L/100kms that is good - i get about 15L/100kms

8000lb winch is perfect not too heavy you could also upgrade to plasma rope to further reduce weight - on a lowmount you need to be careful of the winch drum heating the rope.

Mat

Post by **zulujack** » Tue Oct 04, 2005 10:08 am

Could be because I drive like an old lady, but I think the 6spd gearbox helps a bit. I actually find that the gearing makes more sense (feels better) with bigger wheels on.

Does anybody know how to adjust the speedo back to true, after upsizing the wheels. I need this to be 100% for navigation.

Jack

Post by **maty** » Tue Oct 04, 2005 10:43 am

you need to buy a speedo adjustment gearset

www.rubiconexpress.com.au these guys stock these.

Post by **TamsTJ** » Fri Oct 07, 2005 12:32 am

The HS9500 is a nice winch, and the look suits the TJ.

http://www.warn.com/truck/index.shtml

Post by **jcoffroad** » Sat Oct 15, 2005 7:10 am

Dear Jack

I know you willing to install a light winch. But if youâ€™re planning to go in the future for more hardcore I do advise you to go fro Warn M8274

Were do you do Offroad what kind of terrain?

Regards

JC

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