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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 08:06 AM
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Originally Posted by THEBIGWHITEONE
9000 lb for $250 with the 25% off coupon for july 4th. Anyone running them? From what I read the internals are the same has the smittybuilt?

Like 4 of the companies in that price range are virutally the same per pirate? Same price? Please forward me that link....lastly no shipping on an 80lb item?
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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Andrew Xj
I was wondering what weight winch I need for my xj.
I usually use my come along with a block pulley attached to the pull point like a simple block and tackle to lessen the strain on the come along and that is what I will do with the winch.
I think it depends on your type of wheeling. I wanted a heavy duty winch for my application for mine. I am locked front and rear on 32 inch swampers so when I get stuck Im really stuck.
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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 05:55 PM
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They (VERY few) came from the factory/dealer with a 6K winch.
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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by mr white
Yes, all winches can fail. I'd rather run one that is less likely to fail...


Me too for certain! Bit if its a choice between not having a winch or a cheaper one. I will take the cheaper option.
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Old Jul 2, 2013 | 09:53 PM
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You can get an engo or smittybilt or rugged ridge for the same price as HF though.
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