Outer Limits 4x4 Board

Hi everyone...

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?





Thanks all!

i reckon its been to the beach
not realy cleane on a regula basis

kinda looks abused

It looks older than 2000 but they are a tough winch. If it works then it is ok to buy. I think the motor is a 2.5hp.

LudaCris

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)

Depends on how much you are paying for it is wether or not its worth it

won't the serial number tell you when it was made?
Freespool handle is ummmm unique, if you buy it assume you are rebuilding it.

just ring up local arb shop and quote the serial number on top
they'll tell u wat month and wat year it was made
no doubts that way

Don't know how local in portugal

haha shit
didnt read that bit
oh well should pass on my local arb number anyway lol