All of those would be overkill for a rig that doesn't see any major off-roading or rock crawling. The smart thing to do if you're set on Warn would be to buy a Warn M8000, as that is a tried and trusted winch that is very commonly used on TJs. It's more than enough for what you need.
You could also get the Warn M8000-S, which is the same winch, but with a synthetic rope. From what I'm told though, it's actually cheaper to buy the former and just get a replacement rope in synthetic.
Though some here would give me shit for it, I personally suggest the Smittybilt X20 Comp (10,000 lbs.). It's a great price, comes with synthetic winch line, and I know a lot of people who have put these things through the ringer (literally, they just beat the hell out of them) and they keep working without issue.Thanks for the feedback. Yea, was not really sure what would be best for the type of driving, occasional beach driving I do.
Though some here would give me shit for it, I personally suggest the Smittybilt X20 Comp (10,000 lbs.). It's a great price, comes with synthetic winch line, and I know a lot of people who have put these things through the ringer (literally, they just beat the hell out of them) and they keep working without issue.
I haven't had any issue with mine yet. I used to be a diehard Warn guy (and if I was going to spend 2k on a winch for a dedicated rock crawler, I would buy a high end Warn by all means), but I really have to give Smittybilt credit, because this is a really great winch for the price!
Some people are really stuck on the Warn name though, which I get.
I did look at those, just did not know if 10,000 Ibs., was going to be to much. I saw a lot of jeepers of course like Warn, but also saw a lot with Engo winches. I do not know a lot about that name brand
Why do you want a winch?Would like opinions on Warn winches Zeon 8-S, Zeon 10-S and VR8-S. I do not do any rock climbing or major off-roading. Only occasional beach driving in summer. Any information/feedback would be great. I have a 2004 TJ Rubicon. Thanks
Well, having too much is better than not having enough, so don't let that deter you at all! Engo is a good brand as well.
Why do you want a winch?
Do you get stuck on the beach often? Is a winch a good solution? Are there trees or anchors to use the winch?
Warn winches have an excellent reputation in the 4x4 World. You can't go wrong with a warn.
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I grew up, first job installing winches. In the 1970s, the industry standard was the 5000# winch..... on forestry 3/4 ton pickups. Honestly, an 8000# winch on a TJ is overkill.... unless you are a competitive rock crawler.Warn winches Zeon 8-S, Zeon 10-S and VR8-S
yeah, the big issue on a beach is flotation..... not sure why you want to buy a winch, look at buying the lightest, biggest flotation tires instead. Convince yer buddies to buy a Wrangler.Seems like every summer I have friends who get stuck with their pick ups
on a TJ ?Can a winch be installed behind the stock bumper?
I don't think I've ever seen a winch mounted on a JK with a stock bumper.Can a winch be installed behind the stock bumper?View attachment 75988