Where is the best place to buy Synthetic Winch Rope? Also I'm a bit of a newbie when it comes to ATV reparis but Mechanically inclined... How do I swap out the metal cable in my Polaris 2500lbs winch for the synthetic? How does the rope attach to the Spool?
IndyRed800
I've had good luck with the $50 dollar ropes from Amazon with free shipping. I use them often and they've held up well. Also try your local dealers.
When you unspool the cable and get to the end of it, you will see exactly how it's done. There is a llittle hole in the drum that the cable goes through and an allen screw that tightens down on it.
You can't use the screw with the rope or it will chew it up. You run enough rope through the hole and lay the running end all the way across the drum sideways. Then you wrap 1 or 2 layers of duct tape over it to keep it in place. Hold tension on the rope as you wind it in and it will hold it self when you put a load on it. Like the cable, you have to leave a full layer on the drum. I can't really see my drum so I painted a black stripe on the rope to let me know when it gets too far out.
Make sure you also replace the fairlead. A fairlead that was previously used with a cable will usually have a lot of burrs and nicks on it that will chew up a rope pretty quickly.
Stew
When you unspool the cable and get to the end of it, you will see exactly how it's done. There is a llittle hole in the drum that the cable goes through and an allen screw that tightens down on it.
You can't use the screw with the rope or it will chew it up. You run enough rope through the hole and lay the running end all the way across the drum sideways. Then you wrap 1 or 2 layers of duct tape over it to keep it in place. Hold tension on the rope as you wind it in and it will hold it self when you put a load on it. Like the cable, you have to leave a full layer on the drum. I can't really see my drum so I painted a black stripe on the rope to let me know when it gets too far out.
Make sure you also replace the fairlead. A fairlead that was previously used with a cable will usually have a lot of burrs and nicks on it that will chew up a rope pretty quickly.
Stew
Amsteel sells spools of 600'. We are buying a spool between all the ATV junkies at work to save a few bucks. My winch is new and does not need replacing, but if I can get twice as much for half the price and have it as a spare, I'm in. One of the guys knows how to tie the braid so we are all set. Just a thought.
ATV Amsteel Blue Synthetic Winch Rope 3/16" X 50' BLUE | eBay
That E-bay auction has 50' of Amsteel Blue Rope for a great price along with 5 feet of abrasion protection. Even has the part that you can connect to your winch and screw it in and a Timble.
They mention you should swap to a Hawse Aluminum Fairlead instead of a roller Fairlead, can anyone comment on wether I should switch?
Also they mention the Bolt-Holes for the fairlead are 4 3/4" apart, is this correct for the Polaris/Warn 2500lbs winch?
That E-bay auction has 50' of Amsteel Blue Rope for a great price along with 5 feet of abrasion protection. Even has the part that you can connect to your winch and screw it in and a Timble.
They mention you should swap to a Hawse Aluminum Fairlead instead of a roller Fairlead, can anyone comment on wether I should switch?
Also they mention the Bolt-Holes for the fairlead are 4 3/4" apart, is this correct for the Polaris/Warn 2500lbs winch?
http://www.polarisatvforums.com/for...ms/atv-parts-sale/3474-synthetic-3-16-x50-amsteel-blue-atv-winch-rope-45-a.html
Try warriorco. I just bought his plow rope. Its a much better rope for less money than other places I have checked. He's a member here and as he states in the thread he will work with you on size,colors etc.
Try warriorco. I just bought his plow rope. Its a much better rope for less money than other places I have checked. He's a member here and as he states in the thread he will work with you on size,colors etc.
I get all my stuff from Viking Off-road. Great customer service. They stand by what they sell and their Amsteel lines have been the best that I have ever used over the last 5 years.
Viking Offroad
Viking Offroad
Hey guys wanted to update I went with this ebay auction but without the hook, I plan to re-use the Polaris one.
3/16 Amsteel blue ATV rope,roller fairlead,Winch saver, Hook, hook strap | eBay
I went with Red Amsteel Rope, Black Chafe Guard, UAMW Synthetic roller fairlead and Winch Saver. This should last me as long as I own the bike I'm sure.
The seller shipped super fast! Like next day, I'm just awaiting the items now.
3/16 Amsteel blue ATV rope,roller fairlead,Winch saver, Hook, hook strap | eBay
I went with Red Amsteel Rope, Black Chafe Guard, UAMW Synthetic roller fairlead and Winch Saver. This should last me as long as I own the bike I'm sure.
The seller shipped super fast! Like next day, I'm just awaiting the items now.
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