The Ramsey QM9000 Winch, an Off-Road Powerhouse

For over 70 years, Ramsey Winch has been developing innovative and powerful hydraulic and electric, planetary and worm gear winch designs.  They are well known for durability, dependability, quality and endurance in products that are manufactured with premium materials and by highly trained engineers.

The heavy duty QM9000 winch is a perfect example of the superb craftsmanship that Ramsey offers.  Off-road enthusiasts will appreciate the mounting platform that is designed with two convenient handles for easy, quick installation into a class-three receiver hitch.  This Quick Mount winch is detachable, and can easily be mounted to the front or rear of a vehicle for self-recovery and other operations.  This heavy duty winch can be used on multiple vehicles, and can be quickly installed and removed to avoid extra vehicle weight.

Standard equipment includes a Hawes fairlead and 105 ft. of 5/16” galvanized aircraft cable with replaceable clevis hook.  The rugged durability of the QM9000 shows its strength with 9,000 lbs. of line pull using Ramsey’s proven and efficient three-stage planetary gear system. A proven three-stage planetary gear system is implemented in the design for fast free spool, and a strong automatic load-holding brake offers strength and reliability.

The Ramsey QM9000 is one of the finest winches available in its class.  With a weather resistant solenoid assembly and an efficient permanent magnet electric reversible motor for increased pull power, this heavy duty winch offers mind-blowing power and durability for all off-road needs.  It also comes with a 12’ pendent remote and a limited lifetime warranty.  With so many charms, this heavy duty winch is hard to beat. Moreover, it’s made in the USA, and proud to be.

Winches Inc is your expert source for Ramsey winches.  For more information, visit us at http://www.winchesinc.com or call 877.495.9721 Toll-free

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The Legendary M8274 WARN Winch

They say legends never die, and this is true of the timeless quality of the WARN M8274 winch. Born in 1974, it was built to last, and is still in production today.  This speaks volumes about the innovative design and durability of this rugged winch. This winch is likely the most recognized and best-known truly heavy duty winch made by WARN Industries.

History
WARN Industries has been creating quality and innovative winch products since 1948. The WARN M8274 originally replaced the WARN Belleview winch that was made from 1959-1973. The M8274 has remained virtually unchanged since 1974, with only some improvements such as upgraded electrics and some cosmetic revisions over the years.  In 1998, in honor of WARN Industries’ 50^th anniversary, the winch became known as the M8274-50, and some more slight cosmetic changes were made. A limited edition M8274-60 was offered in honor of the company’s 60^th anniversary in 2008, each individually numbered, and equipped with synthetic rope, painted black and shipped in a wooden crate.

Identification
The model number identification system is smart and easy to cipher.  The “M” stands for model, “8” is for its 8,000lbs. capacity, “2” for two-way free spool and power in, and “74” for the year it was introduced.

As this incredible heavy duty winch has been around for over 40 years, there are many of them still working at top performance levels in regular recovery duty. Identifying M2874 winches built before the 1990s can be done by using a 3-digit number found on the upper housing of the winch.  The first number represents the month it was made.  For example, A=1 B=2 C=3 and so on.  “A” would represent the first month, so it would be January.

The second letter stands for the working of the day of the month, not including Saturdays or Sundays.  If the second letter were a “B” it would be the second working day of the month.

The ending number will represent the year the winch was made during the 70s or 80s, as WARN Industries began using serial numbers after the 1990s.  For example, if the number is a “6”, then the winch would have been built in 1976 or 1986.  Beginning in about 1980, WARN switched from a metal socket on the control pack to a plastic socket.  This will help to further distinguish which decade the winch was manufactured.

If the 3-digit number found on the upper housing were represented as FB6, the winch would have been manufactured on the second working day of June, in 1976 or 1986, depending on the socket on the control pack.

Today’s M8274-50
The M8274-50 has captured the fancy of off-roaders who compete, because it is WARN’s fastest heavy duty winch.  This winch’s no-load retrieval speed is 79.3 feet per minute, and includes 150ft of 5/16” cable, enabling a long line capacity. It is so good, it is part of WARN’s Premium Winch Series.

The M8274-50 has a smooth braking system with superior heat dissipation.  It includes a roller fairlead, remote control on 12-ft. lead, free spool clutch and battery cables.

The unique upright design of this magnificent machine is unique and distinguished in the winch world.  It is a proven legend and will continue to set precedency in the industry.

Winches Inc is a large distributor of WARN winches and is thrilled to present this information on the M8274-50 truly heavy duty winch. For more information, visit us at http://www.winchesinc.com or call 877.495.9721 Toll-free.

The Fierce TALON 14 by Superwinch

The new TALON Performance Series by Superwinch is a revolutionary evolution of winch design, with the potential to change the global winch industry.   Any experienced user will appreciate the quality of Superwinch designs, and the TALON Performance Series is a top performer in their line-up.  What makes this winch so special?  For starters, it has the industry’s best truly sealed vehicle recovery winch assembly.  All seals on the entire winch meet the highest standards, from the outermost end of the high performance motor and groundbreaking solenoid to the 2-stage planetary gearbox and brake assembly.  Speed and power make the TALON Performance Series ideal for recovery and super duty applications.

The Talon 14 is a beast, with sealed 5.2 motor delivering a quick but safe 62 FPM line speed at a low 75 amp draw.  To prevent overheating, the heat sink-styled motor cap maintains low temperatures under the heaviest loads.  The solenoid will keep out water, mud, snow, and dust and has a patented venting feature that allows the contacts to resist water and releases contact damaging internal condensation.  The VS4 solenoid is vented, submersible, and stabilized with a sealed socket.  It is simply the best winch solenoid in the world, and is located in the modern-styled rugged enclosure.

The innovative “Dual-Stop” 100% load holding brake design, provides zero drag on cable in, and is located inside the gearbox away from the drum to eliminate heat transfer to synthetic rope.  This winch includes an ergonomically shaped, hand-held, sealed remote with a brilliant LED light for using low light conditions.  The chrome plated aluminum ergo-free spool knob lifts and turns effortlessly and can be rotated in 45 increments for custom “in-bumper” applications.

TALON 14 has  14,000 lbs. 1st layer line pull and is available with either steel or synthetic rope.  The 2-stage planetary gearset offers efficient, reliable, and safe winching operation under the heaviest loads. Superwinch’s uniquely designed fairleads offer superior, stable, and safe rope management.  The Heavy Duty 4-Way Rollers are made of strong, corrosion proof Stainless Steel for years of performance & good looks.

The laser-etched aerodynamically shaped extruded aluminum tie bars help reduce weight and structural rigidity. TALON 14 has the industry’s first 3-year warranty on all electrical components.  It is not just a winch, it is a work of art!

Winches Inc is a serious distributor of Superwinch products, and we are excited to share this information with you!

For more information, visit us at http://www.winchesinc.com or call 877.495.9721 Toll-free

“The Wrap” on Wire Rope Spooling

As winching has evolved and improvements made, the industry gets stronger and is able to meet more challenges.  However, something as simple as improper rope spooling can shut down a job. Here you will find the facts you need to keep your winch rolling.

The development of wire rope for winching was revolutionary, but it comes with some technical challenges that users must be aware of for safe and efficient winch use.  One issue that can arise is a problem with the way the rope wraps around the drum.  You can usually figure out pretty quickly what your problem is, based on the way the rope is spooling.

Rope Spooling in Center – a possible cause for this may be because the distance between the winch and the first sheave is too short.  This may mean that the fleet angle needs to be adjusted.

Uneven Spooling – This could mean that the wire rope lay is not correct or the load on the winch is too light for the amount of pull.  The first layer of wire rope installed on the winch drum may not be correct.  Simply readjusting the first layer line would probably take care of the issue.

Rope Climbs Flange Side – If the hoist is not mounted perpendicular with the first sheave, or the center of the winch drum is not aligned with the first sheave, the wire rope may climb on side of the flange, and not wrap evenly.    This can also occur if the drum flanges are not straight.

If the wire rope is climbing both flanges, the distance between the winch drum and the first sheave is too great.

Rope Knives Into Lower Layers – Possible causes could be the lower wire rope layers not installed properly due to a light load, a grooved winch drum, or the groove and wire rope sizes are mismatched.

Trust Us -Knowing how to troubleshoot these areas in spooling can save a ton of headache, and maybe a life.  Improper rope spooling can cause worn rope, damage, and danger. Winches Inc is the best source of information on all things about winches. For more information, visit us at http://www.winchesinc.com or call 877.495.9721 Toll-free.