Synthetic Winch Rope Experance?

rallye bob · 08-04-2011, 07:09 AM

Thinking about changing from wire cable to synthetic winch rope. I have a Superwinch S3500 in my trailer.... Tell me if this is a good/bad move, and why? Any recommendations?
TIA

Run to Rund · 08-04-2011, 04:10 PM

From researching 4 wheel drive experience, it is a good idea. "No" momentum if it breaks, very strong and light, more flexible. Hawse fairlead is recommended over the roller type. If inside, uv degradation won't be a consideration.

Jim Wahl · 08-08-2011, 12:45 PM

What is the cost differential between the rope and the cable? Jim

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08-04-2011, 07:09 AM	#1
rallye bob Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Genoa, Illinois Posts: 489 Likes: 9 Liked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Synthetic Winch Rope Experance? Thinking about changing from wire cable to synthetic winch rope. I have a Superwinch S3500 in my trailer.... Tell me if this is a good/bad move, and why? Any recommendations? TIA

08-04-2011, 04:10 PM	#2
Run to Rund Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 583 Likes: 8 Liked 54 Times in 27 Posts	Re: Synthetic Winch Rope Experance? From researching 4 wheel drive experience, it is a good idea. "No" momentum if it breaks, very strong and light, more flexible. Hawse fairlead is recommended over the roller type. If inside, uv degradation won't be a consideration.

08-08-2011, 12:45 PM	#3
Jim Wahl Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Central Florida Posts: 5,844 Likes: 666 Liked 683 Times in 129 Posts	Re: Synthetic Winch Rope Experance? What is the cost differential between the rope and the cable? Jim . __________________ Jim Wahl....NHRA #2239 S/SS - IHRA # 8 Stock, D2 Stock Champion (forever I guess) 2019 Baby Gators Stock Champion 2009 NHRA D2 National Open Stock Champion 1982 NHRA D2 West Palm Beach LDRS SS Runner Up Past President, Southern Stock / Super Stock Association.