Winch Install done!

GSPKurt · August 30, 2005, 03:14:39 PM

Here are some pix from my project yesterday- I installed a Warn 3.0ci winch on my Eiger. It wasn't very difficult, I just had to think it through before starting.

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GSPKurt · August 30, 2005, 03:17:18 PM

The Eiger has a gasketed box at the rear of the bike. I put the contactor in there.

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Qdawg76 · August 30, 2005, 03:37:46 PM

looks good, just hope you never need to use it

lol

GSPKurt · August 30, 2005, 03:42:11 PM

I cut a hole in the back of the box with a hole saw, ran the cables and then caulked it as best I could.

I mounted the hand-held remote receptacle on the plastic shroud for the speedo.

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GSPKurt · August 30, 2005, 03:51:19 PM

I mounted the handlebar switch on the left so I can operate the throttle and the winch at the same time if neccessary. This is per the Warn instructions.

Now that I am finished, it is time for

:E and :drink.gif :drink.gif :drink.gif !!

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GSPKurt · August 30, 2005, 03:54:30 PM

Quote from: Flsportsman05 on August 30, 2005, 03:37:46 PM
looks good, just hope you never need to use it lol

Thanks! I can't wait to try it out- on someone ELSE'S quad!!!!

Kat1333 · August 30, 2005, 04:16:44 PM

I know who you are referring to...

Of course, Aaron and/or Kat (probably both) (on their sport quads) on their first ride out with the utes.

Oh well, I guess you will learn whether the winch works or not. Keep on pullin'
and thanks for the vote of confidence GSPKurt

GSPKurt · August 30, 2005, 04:22:53 PM

Quote from: Kat1333 on August 30, 2005, 04:16:44 PM
I know who you are referring to... Of course, Aaron and/or Kat (probably both) (on their sport quads) on their first ride out with the utes. Oh well, I guess you will learn whether the winch works or not. Keep on pullin'
and thanks for the vote of confidence GSPKurt

Now did I say anything about anyone in particular???
Nooooooooooooo, I didn't!

Magnum330 · August 30, 2005, 10:37:15 PM

Looks great it's always fun pulling others out of the mess they get into. Nice to have when your in a mess also.

Seabeejim · August 30, 2005, 10:57:27 PM

Kurt, Looks great, words of wisdom get some of that liquid electrical stuff and coat the connectors on the inside of your box with it. It will get moisture in the box and connectors to the bolts need to be protected so it will keep working. I fried one due to it rust and corroaded connectors and it is costly.
Jim

jwscroll · August 31, 2005, 07:35:44 AM

I'll give ya a reason to need it on the next group ride at eureka.

gery350 · August 31, 2005, 11:16:46 AM

good job. looks good.

SSRancher · August 31, 2005, 11:58:43 AM

Looks good!

GSPKurt · August 31, 2005, 01:08:25 PM

Quote from: Seabeejim on August 30, 2005, 10:57:27 PM
Kurt, Looks great, words of wisdom get some of that liquid electrical stuff and coat the connectors on the inside of your box with it. It will get moisture in the box and connectors to the bolts need to be protected so it will keep working. I fried one due to it rust and corroaded connectors and it is costly.
Jim

Jim-
You mean the main power lugs that the heavy cables are on? I put the rubber boots on the terminals, thats not enough? I'll get some liquid electrical tape at Wally World today. Yes it is costly

- a new contactor is $100.00!

Could I smear some silicone grease on the lugs? I think it would be a bi*ch to get the nuts off the posts if I use the liquid elect. tape.

GSPKurt · August 31, 2005, 01:11:36 PM

Quote from: jwscroll on August 31, 2005, 07:35:44 AM
I'll give ya a reason to need it on the next group ride at eureka.

Oh, Goody!!!! I get to use the new toy! b:r