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I will probably buy this used Warn 8274 winch. the owner says it's a model from 2000.
The freespool handle is not original, and he says it was rebuilt by the distributor on 2003.
Is this an 8274 or an 8274-50??
Is the motor the 2.5HP or the 4.6HP version
is it a good idea to remove the top cover with the motor to see how the internals are? or they are less likely to be damaged?
What other things should i check?
What do you think of the overall condition by the photos?
The -50 IIRC has splined shaft wheras the standard is a keyed shaft (reading in one of the US mags today...), assuming the motors haven't been rewound.
Take the motor off and have a look, good to inspect it a bit inside too (oil color, gear codition, etc)
George Carlin, an American Comedian said; "Think of how stupid the average person is, and realise that half of them are stupider than that".
