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11-20-2006, 11:03 PM
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WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
So, what do the 3 bies think is the best winch for the H3?
Which one would you buy and why???
Oh, and I'm asking the 3 bies.....
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11-20-2006, 11:07 PM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
I hate you 
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11-20-2006, 11:14 PM
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11-20-2006, 11:26 PM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
As partial as I am to the DOI winch bumper, I am in love with this setup:
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11-20-2006, 11:30 PM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
Warn?
9.5ti Thermometric 9,500lbs
or the PowerPlant HP with an air compressor
Warns site
http://www.warn.com/truck/index.shtml
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11-20-2006, 11:37 PM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
The 9.5ti is on sale at Quadratec for $969.00.
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11-20-2006, 11:47 PM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
Guys, guys guys.....I can shop myself 
Which one and why???
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11-20-2006, 11:48 PM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
isn't the 9500 overkill for an H3???
would an 8000 be adequate???
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11-21-2006, 12:17 AM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
I have alway heard, and lived by when I had a Winch, that its rating should be 1.5 times the GVWR of the vehicle it is mounted to. The H3 is 5850, so the winch should be at least 8775. So 8000 is too small, and 9500 is bigger than required. A 9000 would be ok, but I would go no lower.
I like Warn, but there are other reliable ones out there.
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11-21-2006, 12:27 AM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
The Warn Power Plant weighs 100lbs and the 9500 weighs 89lbs.
Not much differnce considering it has an air compressor built in.
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I have alway heard, and lived by when I had a Winch, that its rating should be 1.5 times the GVWR of the vehicle it is mounted to. The H3 is 5850, so the winch should be at least 8775. So 8000 is too small, and 9500 is bigger than required. A 9000 would be ok, but I would go no lower.
I like Warn, but there are other reliable ones out there.
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Excellent info as usual 
Mile Marker has a relationship with HUMMER and the Military. It seems as thought they are not as widely used as Warn. Any particular reason? |
11-21-2006, 12:31 AM
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The Warn Power Plant weighs 100lbs and the 9500 weighs 89lbs.
Not much differnce considering it has an air compressor built in.
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I'm thinking that powerplant would be a pretty sexy thing to have in an integrated style winch bumper?? |
11-21-2006, 01:48 AM
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I'm thinking that powerplant would be a pretty sexy thing to have in an integrated style winch bumper??
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And you wouldn't need to borrow my compressor anymore.
Get a 9.5. Never know when you'll need to pull out a stuck H2. 
BTW. I still hate you.
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Originally Posted by RubHer Yellow Ducky
WOW !
I wasn't paying attention. I thought you wanted to buy a WITCH. Was ready to give you the address of my 1st wife...
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Sorry Beeb's, I couldn't resist.
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I'm thinking that powerplant would be a pretty sexy thing to have in an integrated style winch bumper??
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Cool 
I'd want a Warn with synthetic winch line.
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
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isn't the 9500 overkill for an H3???
would an 8000 be adequate???
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not if you gotta drag a busted H2 around
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11-21-2006, 05:54 AM
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Re: WHICH WENCH TO BUY???
Wench?
Why would anyone want to buy a wench when you can just rent one for a few hours and save all kinds of money.(even after you pay for the motel room)
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
I'm getting the 12k warn powerplant before next summer. That's my choice.  . I want the extra power if I need it. |
11-21-2006, 11:43 AM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
You might need a 13K to pull out DRTY; them thar H2s are heavy....
Only thing I would say to look out for with the PowerPlant HP on a Hummer H3 front end is how much airflow does it prevent from reaching the radiator. It appears to stick up pretty high and could block some needed air into the radiator, causing the vehicle to run warm; in the desert areas.
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11-21-2006, 04:58 PM
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Re: WHICH WINCH TO BUY???
I am running the Mile Marker SE12000 and am very happy with it. I got it through a buddy of mine that knows winches and he highly recommends them. I also know that you can get this same one for about $550 shipped. I also like having the extra power in case I need it.
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