Question on Winch

CoreyLRam96 · Aug 20, 2015

I've been wondering for a while now if a 1996 Ram 1500 would look good with a Front bumper winch, it's a 2WD so that is what has been preventing me from buying it just because I know it's more for looks then actually pulling someone out of mud. Anyways, would you guys care to give your opinion on if I should get one or not? All feed back is appreciated! :naughty:

dapepper9 · Aug 20, 2015

Your truck do what you want!

If anybody still gives you **** just tell you have the only justification anybody needs for it. When they ask what that is simply say "Because F*** you,that's why. "

MANual_puller · Aug 21, 2015

A good winch can make a 2wd more capable than a 4wd pending there are trees around. It's also handy to not have to carry a chain or tow strap in the event of a sticky situation

CoreyLRam96 · Aug 21, 2015

Thanks guys

Johnn123 · Aug 21, 2015

2wd with a winch can actually get around really well with the right set-up! Just remember to get one with a working load limit twice that of truck IIRC.

BBartow · Aug 21, 2015

Whatever your truck weighs loaded x 1.5 is the minimum. Doesn't hurt to go bigger because you only get the full power on the last layer of line.

MANual_puller · Aug 21, 2015

BBartow said:
Whatever your truck weighs loaded x 1.5 is the minimum. Doesn't hurt to go bigger because you only get the full power on the last layer of line.

You mean first layer, right? Last layer is most speed and least power. I recommend going with 12,000 lb for gas truck. Stuff doesn't get as hot if you run it at a lower % of capacity. Typically cooler operation with electrical equals better longevity.

BBartow · Aug 21, 2015

MANual_puller said:
You mean first layer, right? Last layer is most speed and least power. I recommend going with 12,000 lb for gas truck. Stuff doesn't get as hot if you run it at a lower % of capacity. Typically cooler operation with electrical equals better longevity.

I meant last layer on the drum if you were to spool out

MANual_puller · Aug 21, 2015

BBartow said:
I meant last layer on the drum if you were to spool out

Lol tomato tomato syndrome kicking in lol everyone has a different way of saying things :favorites13:

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