BADLAND 2500 ATV WINCH

[@spanky522]

I'd throw the remote switch as far as I can and go buy a two way switch that yo can wire to the solenoids. That will make it instant start and stop with no delay like the remote switch does. I use the 3500 lb. version of this winch, which is a better value all around in my opinion. It's only a few dollars more, stronger, more powerful motor, thicker, stronger cable and just heavier duty than the 2500 lb. version like that. And with the sale coupon, along with the 20% discount, you can actually get the 3500 lb. one cheaper!

[@not2fast4u2c]

I have hacked into the control box and added a switch to my dash to run the winch ..I also have a master switch to shut all power off to the winch so it does not run my battery down when the tractor is stored away...I will always keep and use my remote switch in case I need to use the winch when I am off the tractor ...I have several more videos of me using the winch ..One of them shows me pulling my Ford F150 pickup with it

[@spanky522]

So now yo have the best of both worlds, remote and wired switches? Splendid. Good luck with it!

[@davidberry1379]

This little winch works great...until....if the wire goes off the spool it will wedge in between the spool and the bracket. I was standing with the load using the remote to guide the item in (a riding lawnmower that didnt run), and didnt notice the wire running off course. at some point it just jammed and the spool broke the through rod for the free spool. I had a fair lead too. So if you are going to use this ensure that the wire goes on the reel properly at all times.....

[@not2fast4u2c]

Thanks for the info!

[@CraigArndt]

Never get tired of those gloves! Haha! Great idea, if I ever get an atv I'm getting one of these.

[@not2fast4u2c]

Craig Arndt You could put one on your garden tractor .That's what I'm using it for

[@playing_in_trafic]

Wow thats a nice winch at a great price,they are handy things to have.

[@not2fast4u2c]

h3r34thebanter It was a good price with the coupon I had and I like that it's small enough to fit on my garden tractor...Thanks for watching !!!

[@karljay7473]

I got the 3000# version of this one and had the same problem, no direct switch, only a remote. Remote stopped working and now I'm doing a direct wire. One relay broke too. You can wire two relays a certain way to get it to switch both +/-. You can also look at the old cordless screwdrivers for how to do that because they do it with just a switch (Skill Twist). Mine was $49 with plate, but they used to put the remote box on top of the motor, I'd rather have a remote box and plug with 15' cord.

[@not2fast4u2c]

There is a good video on you tube how to wire a switch ..I just took the cover off and tapped into 3 wires so I have a Toggle switch to go in and out I also have a big master switch so the winch gets No power when I am not using it for Safety and people say the remote sensor can run your battery down

[@karljay7473]

@@not2fast4u2c It's really too bad that Harbor Freight doesn't pay attention to details because it's a good winch, but mine had a broken plastic part inside that caused a short, one relay was broken inside, same with a lot of their tools, poor attention to details and quality control issues. At least they're getting a better quality line of tools now.

[@not2fast4u2c]

@@karljay7473 Also beware of other brands of winches that are cheap imports ..I have been lucky my winch still works ..It is mostly used to lift my snow blade .I have replaced the steel cable because it rotted and broke then there cheap rope rotted also ..I now use he 1 dollar a foot 5000 ib stuff military grade can not remember the name but it is sold on amazon made in the USA to Mil Spec

[@RamblinAround]

That should do the job. I've gotten the garden tractor stuck on quite a few occasions...a winch would definitely be handy.

[@not2fast4u2c]

RamblinAround Now I need to get it stuck so I can use it !!!

[@l337pwnage]

Fairlead. Two types: roller(that one) or hawse (just a rounded metal opening).

[@not2fast4u2c]

Now I have the rounded one on with the rope ...The cable had broke twice and was corroding

[@coolrides]

Hey, Jim! Great video..good luck with the installation! :) Jack

[@not2fast4u2c]

Jack R Thanks Jack !!! this will be a good project I will have plenty of videos on it

[@SDCustoms]

Cool little winch!

[@not2fast4u2c]

W.Co.VIDS Thanks !!!.... I like that it is a small size and easy to fit on the garden tractor

[@athaothao2880]

nice badlang 2500 ib winch atv

[@not2fast4u2c]

THANKS !!!

[@jackboot5321]

Champion brand has a winch controller you can buy separate on Amazon for $44. IT'S WORTH IT.!!!

[@not2fast4u2c]

My remote controller works OK and I hacked into the box and added an UP and DOWN switch on the tractor...Also I have a switch that shuts off all power to the winch when not in use...

[@JoshuaOverman]

Where do I get that plate

[@not2fast4u2c]

They sell the mounting plate at the same place I bought the winch at harbor freight

[@jeffreytreme4138]

3 position battery disconnect would be easy replacement

[@jefflong2127]

would like some follow-up on winch using the 5$ plate. did it work out?

[@not2fast4u2c]

+Jeff Long This bracket worked Ok even though it was not for this winch I have several videos on this winch mounted on my JD 112 garden tractor showing how it works

[@jefflong2127]

Thanks. I bought the winch and they sell the plates right beside them, so I assumed they were meant to go together.

[@martinparmer]

Hey, thanks for the vid. I bought the same winch. I'm having trouble figureing out how to get the hook through the fairlead. Any ideas?

[@not2fast4u2c]

+Martin Parmer Take the top or bottom roller out ..be carefull with the cheap snap ring I broke one but I always have a Hf snap ring kit handy

[@ronwoodgeard2237]

remove one of the rollers on the fairlead and it will fit.

[@david01879]

That's what I thought, but I can't get the snap ring off. Did you use a special tool, or are you just smarter than I am?

[@1DRTYBSTRD]

you can also remove the cable from the drum and run the other end through, like when you would need to replace the cable. I would recommend a synthetic cable anyway and just toss the steel one or keep it for a spare

[@cicad2007]

(2) How do you get the hook through the rollers initially when it’s way too thick?

[@not2fast4u2c]

Remove one of the rollers...They have a snap ring on them

[@brownranchcustoms1651]

I'm thinking about putting one of these on a Cub Cadet 1650

[@not2fast4u2c]

I use mine to lift the snow blade on my JD112

[@omarmoya1698]

Where can i find a video to wire up the winch if i don't have the box and remote

[@not2fast4u2c]

+Omar Moya There is a vid on youtube ....it is easy to do look for mods on the 2500 winch

[@greymooose1000]

Very clever scam. They got me with the detached roller fair lead.

[@not2fast4u2c]

The wire cable failed ..It rotted and corroded ..So I bought the sythenic rope and the fair lead thing with out the rollers then their rope started to rot and fail...Now I hve some Military tough stuff that cost about a dollar a foot great stuff I broke a piece Only because it kept wearing so bad on the roller less fairlead

[@vincewatson2569]

I got mine for 55.99 today on my ATV for my plow

[@not2fast4u2c]

I had to replace the cable because it rotted and The HF winch rope also rotted ..I now have some rope that costs a buck a foot ..winch still works great

[@ronniehuth1158]

how do u get the hook through the roller plate

[@not2fast4u2c]

Take one of the pin/ rollers out...Be careful the snap rings are cheap made

[@carlspackler91]

The hook goes right through the rollers as is.

[@BobNchannel]

$50 bucks? hey you cant beat that with a stick. Lets us know how well it works will ya?

[@not2fast4u2c]

Bob N It was a great deal the store had them at $69.99 my coupon was for $49.99 so I did spend the $20.00 savings on the 1 Year extra warranty

[@BobNchannel]

right on

[@jeffreytreme4138]

Fairlead is correct

[@sethp0411]

R they water proof

[@not2fast4u2c]

+Sethp04 I would not go underwater with one..Splashing water and mud on it is Ok

[@the1spyderryder]

You should watch your video a couple times

[@BrucesShop]

My Allis Chalmers had a little winch to raise and lower all the dudads. I did not put it on someone else did.. It actually worked OK except it was mounted down by the feet of the driver. at 6:36 in my video not your hahaha kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5PHdZmcapxsnJI This may help

[@not2fast4u2c]

Bruce Pender I'll check it out The old Allis garden tractors were nice big machines !!!

[@roycastleberry5083]

icant here you