Posted: 3/27/2017 4:51:25 PM EDT
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OK, I have a Warn Power Plant 12 winch (not a cheap winch). It has been on my truck for about 5 yrs, but has seen little use. I had to change 2 tires in about 30 min last summer on 100 degree heat and used the air compressor to run my impact. Well after that, my compressor quit working. Now about a month ago I had to pull a bud out of the mud (sitting on top of wet grass to be exact) and now the winch has given up. I don't have 15 min time on the winch.
SO, what would you go back with? I have installed onboard air, so I am not going back to a combo unit. Don't have a great taste in my mouth on Warn right now either. Maybe their plain winches are better, but not at all impressed with the Power Plant. 3/4 ton 4dr Dodge diesel. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Doc |
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You were pretty vague about what failed. Start by checking the solenoid pack. Terminal corrosion is the number one reason a winch quits working. Even if a connection looks okay, take it apart and wire brush it. Check that you are running at least 2 gauge cable and that the battery connections are solid. From there, check the drivetrain.
Warns are solid winches and you may just have a defective unit. I've own 3 different Warns and I'm really not a fan of the combo winches. The XD series is solid and has been around a while. I just acquired an 8274 and although its only rated to 8000 lbs, it is a real workhorse and a well-tested design. My buddy uses one on the front of his GM 2500 for expo travel around the US and Mexico without issues. |