Not sure if this has been done to death, my mild search did not reveal much of anything
Im a dirt bike guy, so this off road Jeep thing is kinda new to me, kinda. Im learning and asking a crap ton of questions as I go.
Knowing that I would be needing a winch at some point, I picked a few friends brains as to what I should consider. Their formula was to buy one that could pull 2x the approx weight of the vehicle. So I went with an 8000lb. Both also said Warn would most likely be my best choice, so I bought a VR8s. No turning back now, it installed and away I go, fairly confident that it will handle what I ask of it, as I probably wont get myself in too deep.
Looking at the tons of Jeeps out there, I see a plethora of different winches of all sizes. Its not confusing me, or making me regret my purchase, but Id like to know any reasoning behind your choices. Hopefully some valued info for future winch buyers
Im a dirt bike guy, so this off road Jeep thing is kinda new to me, kinda. Im learning and asking a crap ton of questions as I go.
Knowing that I would be needing a winch at some point, I picked a few friends brains as to what I should consider. Their formula was to buy one that could pull 2x the approx weight of the vehicle. So I went with an 8000lb. Both also said Warn would most likely be my best choice, so I bought a VR8s. No turning back now, it installed and away I go, fairly confident that it will handle what I ask of it, as I probably wont get myself in too deep.
Looking at the tons of Jeeps out there, I see a plethora of different winches of all sizes. Its not confusing me, or making me regret my purchase, but Id like to know any reasoning behind your choices. Hopefully some valued info for future winch buyers