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Winch size?

Tech Talk for Jeep owners.

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Winch size?

Post by zulujack »

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?

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Post by maty »

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.

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Post by zulujack »

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.

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Post by maty »

you need to buy a speedo adjustment gearset

www.rubiconexpress.com.au these guys stock these.
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Post by TamsTJ »

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

http://www.warn.com/truck/index.shtml
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Warn M8274

Post by jcoffroad »

Dear Jack

I know you willing to install a light winch. But if you’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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