Harbor Freight 12000 LB Winch Review, Teardown, Installation, Safety, Etc. Model 61889

Harbor Freight 12000 LB Winch Review, Teardown, Installation, Safety, Etc. Model 61889.

[@edburns8637]

One of the best [thorough and comprehsive] videos that I have ever seen on You Tube. I just bought the same model and plan to mount it to a big Ford tractor for work in the woods. Thank you so much

[@ghostses]

Thanks Ed! I'm glad you liked it. I hope it works out well for you. Good luck, G.

[@kyletango]

Bought the Harbor Freight 12000 winch several months ago. Still in the box. This was very informative. Had not thought of using to remove small trees.Thanks for posting

[@ghostses]

That's cool. Glad you liked it. Yeah, that's mainly what I use it for and it works great. Good luck, G.

[@richardc3968]

This one video informed me of 10x the amount of information I could not get after 1/ reading the manual supplied by Badlands with the identical winch 2/ from talking with a store manager at Harbor Freight store 3/ from talking on the phone with the managers manager 4/ from calling habor freights toll free number and speaking with the tech on duty. Everything was explained in detail and easy to understand. Thank you so much , you just made my life and wallet happy Rich Caccamo

[@ghostses]

Sorry for the delay Rich. Your comment was stuck in the 'approve' section for some odd reason. I just noticed it. Glad the video was helpful and you found it informative. Take care and good luck, G.

[@glockperfection19]

This is one of the best breakdown / reviews I've ever come across. Great job, and thank you for your attention to detail! Very professionally executed.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Kevin! I'm glad you liked it. Good luck, G.

[@javyLSU1]

This is the best hour I’ve ever spent on KZbin. Thank you!

[@ghostses]

Glad you found it informative.. Thanks and take care, G.

[@matthieucorbeilwalsh]

I second that ! Very usefull informations. Thank you for this share.

[@edog1955]

There is a special place in heaven for people like you who go out of their way to help and inform others! Thank You! I just bought this winch, and I have much more confidence to install and use it after watching your video.

[@edog1955]

Ghostses--thanks for the email reply. I don't know @ Google settings to receive your comment, but I do know that I got the winch mounted and operational! WaHoo! My son helped me install a Draw-Tite front receiver, and we're in bidness! Your video also inspired me to use the winch to remove a dead tree at the neighbors.

[@ghostses]

+edog1955 Looks like you got your settings fixed since I can reply now! Good deal, G.

[@jayclark9163]

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[@golf-n-guns]

Incredibly thorough and informative. This video could be a technical service instruction or vehicle recovery safety video! Well done.

[@ghostses]

Well thanks! I'm glad you found it useful. Take care, G.

[@TNSnapperhead]

WOW... I must say.. That sir was the most in-depth video I've seen in a long time. I really appreciate you taking the time to do it. I learned more in this hour than I did watching 15 other videos. Thank you :)

[@ghostses]

LOL, Thanks! Some don't like my style but I try to give complete information- within reason. I'm glad you liked it! Good luck to you, G.

[@TNSnapperhead]

In fact I went and got one yesterday for 289.00 with my coupon :)

[@ghostses]

TNBigHorn Not a bad deal. Once you get it setup and used, let me know what you think of it. G.

[@TNSnapperhead]

I will.. I picked up the winch mount yesterday and I'm going to attempt the install Saturday.. I'll let you know how it goes.

[@ghostses]

Good deal! G.

[@grimproteusverum]

Just have to second what others have already said; excellent comprehensive review! Concise & in depth in all the right places. The safety advisory & information (hook up, differences between snatch & recovery, etc) regarding winch use are worth their weight in gold alone. Thanks for the all the work you put into making this video.

[@ghostses]

+Grim Proteus Thanks! I'm glad you found it informative and useful. Take care, G.

[@FourSeasonsNorth4x4]

What else can I say? Ditto! 👍👍

[@6771Randy]

I have never seen a youtube review/tutorial with so much information! I loved every minute and learned so much. I worked professionally with 12000 lb winches for over 25 years and still picked up a ton of info! Thank You ghostses and you have a new avid subscriber. Randy

[@ghostses]

6771Randy Thanks Randy! I'm glad you liked it and thought I served the subject well- especially with you having so much experience with them. My channel is comprised of tool reviews, some how-to's, and things I just have going on. Feel free you look through my videos for anything of interest and skip over things that are not. Thanks for the comments and take care, G.

[@SatansSpatula]

I watched this video before I bought my winch, and I just watched it after nearly finishing installation. It's an unbelievably informative video. I'm still amazed at how fluidly you explain everything, without any fumbling for words.

[@ghostses]

Well thanks! I'm glad you found it informative. Not that I use mine all that much, I'm still completely satisfied. Hope yours works out well for you. Take care, G.

[@joelkoricich1771]

This is probably one of most informative videos I have ever watched. I recently purchased the same winch and gained a ton of knowledge by watching. An awesome job! Thanks.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Joel! I'm glad you liked it and picked up some information. Take care, G.

[@Poweraddicts]

Hey man, Great video! Lots of good detail .. thats the way demo videos should be. Thanks for taking the time to document and share! Have a great day!!

[@ghostses]

Power Addicts - Jeep, car and motorcycle tips Thanks man! I'm glad you liked it. Take care, G.

[@abiudbetancourt8822]

niceee! i've been wondering about this winch considering most winches are now outsourced and re branded. Thanks for posting. (watching now)

[@ghostses]

Abiúd Betancourt Thanks! I'm not sure if it's a re-brand but it works extremely well for me nonetheless. Good luck, G.

[@TangentJim]

What a Great Video .. It addressed every concern. The parts data and sequence of events flowed like water.

[@ghostses]

+TangentJim Well thanks Jim! I'm glad you found it useful. Trying to compile so much information regarding this product and subject into one video did make it quite long. I do try to shoot my videos as a one-stop-shop so I do my research and homework on the back-end and consolidate things for others. I appreciate the appreciation of my efforts. It sure lets me know I'm doing it right. Thanks again and good luck, G.

[@craigmonteforte1478]

You did a great job of the review and it's possibilities keep up this style and you will have a lot of faithfull fans watching your channel

[@fishonthewater]

You are an amazing teacher, so many mechanical videos suck or dont answer my questions. You let me rebuild my winch! Thank you! Time well spent.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Tyler! Glad you found it useful. Take care, G.

[@sachssci]

This is an absolutely-superb review of the winch and its inner workings. I never understood planetary gearing before, but I now have a reasonable appreciation of why it's employed, and how it functions. Thanks very much for a very thoughtful, obviously-experienced session.

[@ghostses]

Well thanks Steven! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck and take care, G.

[@E3guyy]

Harbor freight should put this videos link on their website because of how useful it is. they suck when it comes to directions. great video

[@ghostses]

E3guyy LOL. I agree, their manuals leave a lot to be desired. Thanks! G.

[@rudraid4]

+ghostses You did an awesome job ... Glad I came across your video .. this is my 1st time buying and installing a winch .. thanks very much for taking the time to do this .. :)

[@ghostses]

Steve Ruddy Thanks Steve! I'm glad you found it useful. Good luck with your install and be safe! G.

[@TWX1138]

They never will because of the liability. I just bought the updated version over the weekend, and frankly I'm surprised by how much is actually in the manual for usage.

[@glasseyi]

First I like to say that you're video review was very well done. I've been on the fence on purchasing the Harbor Freight winch, I say you made a good case for me to go ahead and make that purchase now. Thanks.

[@ghostses]

Well thanks John! I've read some of the reviews on them, and they were about 50/50 not unlike most of their stuff. I've seen how some treat their tools, so it's no wonder...lol. I've been using it for several days now and its working out great for me. I'm satisfied for sure. Good luck if you pick one up. G.

[@jamesgriffin519]

this is about the best review I've seen on a winch. I've been looking at numerous budget winches and I'm pretty well sold on this one after watching this. I'll definitely be taking it apart and lubing it like in the video. Thanks for the information!

[@ghostses]

+James Griffin Thanks James! I'm glad you liked it. It's worked out extremely well for me. If you do pick one up, let me know what you think. Good luck, G.

[@moemoes5989]

Omgoodness this video needs to be in top ten of every homeowner list. KZbin should notice this video as top quality. Thank you. I learned so much. Feels as if I just took an outdoorsmen class for free.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Moe! Glad you found it informative. Take care, G.

[@tomhaire4758]

Thank you, I also have purchased one of these lately, and learned a few things from your video, greatly appreciated. Now I need to see if I can find one of those grabbers and that grabbing chain.

[@ghostses]

No problem Tom. Glad you found it informative. The grubbers were purchased at northerntool.com. Good luck, G.

[@LordoftheCats]

Wow. I learned a lot! Good info on the safety portion as well. I was planning on getting the 12k winch but was a bit hesitant cuz of the brand but I'm sold now.

[@ghostses]

Glad you liked it. For what I paid, and what I use it for- I have zero complaints. Good luck, G.

[@rtv7236]

I want to add my thanks for this video. It was extremely thorough. 8 years old and still providing great information.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad it's still providing good info. Take care, and good luck, G.

[@karenwhite8600]

Extremely helpful. Really learned a lot from your breakdown of the gear system. Thank you for taking the time to do this.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Karen! I'm glad you found it useful. Good luck, G.

[@alexanderberlin9680]

The best "how to" video I've ever seen on KZbin. A bit slow on the dialogue, but this actually helps because there's very little pausing and backing up to repeat something. Great job ghostses. Keep 'em coming..

[@ghostses]

+Alexander Berlin Thanks Alexander! I'm glad you liked it. That's just the cadence I use, so I'm glad it was fast enough, but not so fast to have to backup...lol. Take care, G.

[@Krnnerdboy]

Harbor freight has an amazing deal for this 12k for 294.99 until Sunday! Great job btw, it makes a great deal that much sweeter after seeing your review

[@ghostses]

roy kwon That is an amazing deal Roy and thanks! I'm completely satisfied with mine and it works great for me. If you get one, let us know what you think. Good luck, G.

[@cutweldngrind]

4 years ago at $294.99 and today its $299.99 not bad. I may pick it up for my gin pole idea I have.

[@edt9666]

I'm winch shopping now (never had one before) and you probably have just saved me hundreds of dollars in the future. Before I mount it, I'll break it down to make sure things are lubed up properly. Actually, those safety tips are worth even more. Much appreciated!

[@ghostses]

Good deal Ed! Glad you found it informative. Take care, G.

[@gunnutmike]

Very informative, and well filmed to boot! I learned a few things I hadn’t even considered about my new winch and winching in general. Subscribed as of now!

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. Good luck, G.

[@tc1uscg65]

I got the wireless control also. What I have noticed, there is a second or two delay from when you release the button (regardless if you are paying out or taking up slack). Just be careful taking up the slack, the delay can be dangerous.

[@ghostses]

+tc1uscg I don't think the delay on mine is quite that long, but there certainly is one for sure. You are correct about being careful- especially when winding the last of the cable in. Thanks for the post, G.

[@cellycel040]

Thanks a lot! This was probably the most thorough review I've seen period. How has this winch been holding up for you? Considering one for myself. Thanks again.

[@ghostses]

cellycel040 Thanks! I'm glad you liked it!. Since posting the video it's been used plenty and has worked great on each use! I'm completely satisfied with it. Hope this helps and good luck, G.

[@gregparrott]

Thank you for a VERY educational video on winches in general, the 12000 pound Harbor winch, as well as both use and safety guidelines. P.S. I bought their 12,000 pound winch, and now, I will be a lot more comfortable with setting it up. Many people advocate switching to a synthetic cable, but because of winch heat and other items it sounds as though I should stick with the wire cable.

[@ghostses]

Glad you liked it Gregory! I can't speak for the synthetic, but know more care needs to be used. The wire works well enough for me. Good luck, G.

[@johnherman5783]

Great video sir! Thank you for your time and help, I just purchased one today and did no how to wire it up! Great blessings to you and your family!

[@ghostses]

Thanks John! Good luck with yours, G.

[@BackyardWoodworking]

So that's how they work . Good video G

[@ghostses]

Yep! Thanks Roland, G.

[@1HeavyHitr]

Excellent video! Thanks!

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. Good luck, G.

[@1HeavyHitr]

I'm considering buying the champion 12000 lb winch from Costco.. It's going to see very minimal use and since it's Cosco I think I'll take the chance...

[@ghostses]

That's cool. If you go with one from Costco, feedback with your thoughts. It might help others with other options to look at. Take care, G.

[@1HeavyHitr]

thx. will do.

[@ghostses]

1HeavyHitr Very good! G.

[@sjwolf]

Thank you. Perhaps the best video I've seen. The safety info and applications were outstanding.

[@ghostses]

I'm glad you liked it and found some useful information. Good luck, G.

[@GLOCKCOPG23]

Dude, you do good work! The welds looked fine to me and the electrical was done nearly textbook. Thanks for the very informative vid!

[@ghostses]

Thanks for the compliments Man! I'm glad you found it informative. Good luck, G.

[@weldnerd6922]

You sound like Mr. RODGERS 😂

[@applejacks971]

I was thinking Forest Gump. I'd agree though, does sound like Mr Rogers too! Either way, I'd trust both equally :)

[@ghostses]

That's cool! G.

[@ghostses]

I get that too....lol. Take care, G.

[@bill4967]

bought this winch....piece of typical Harbor Freight junk. We had a small tree fall across the road, blocking us from getting out.....oh boy.....we get to use the new winch! We cut the tree in half..hooked up the winch....put a strain on it....pulled for 8 seconds and it overheated and turned off...so we let it cool...used it again for 8 seconds before it quit again....long story short ..took an hour to move the tree. We replaced that Harbor Freight scrap metal with a 15000# Warn real Winch. The Harbor Freight winch makes your rig look like it has a winch and that is all. Video says 5% duty cycle....reality is 1% duty cycle....PURE JUNK....

[@ghostses]

+Bill Waldron That's unfortunate. My experience with it has been great. Glad you found a better solution for yourself. Take care, G.

[@19882fast4u]

Bill Waldron , im guessing you had several problems, not do to the winch. Probably not the right set up, like the proper battery size, rating, and Ah's. im guessing you ran stock power and ground cables that came with the truck, instead of upgrading the - and + wires, the alternator and starter wire as well. And I'm going to guess you didn't upgrade your alternator to a larger Amp unit, and when pulling with the winch, you just kept the idle at stock of around 750 rpms. Then you probably used the safety relays that come with the winch, without proper connections to it, leaving it to get hot in a few seconds. Its clear you don't have knowledge in this field. I've own this and many other winches, and there is absolutely no problems with this unit, if done right and set up properly. People like you shouldn't run a winch, unless you are willing to do things right.

[@bill4967]

DON'T EVEN GO THERE WITH YOUR INSULT! 19882fast4u" about the Harbor Freight junk winch not being the problem, but that is was installed incorrectly. You picked the wrong person to try to display your electrical knowledge with. The Harbor Freight winch is priced very cheap for a reason. It makes a nice front bumper decoration for wannabees. I am the owner of an industrial construction company and an electrician for forty years. Like many other Harbor Freight items, it is a piece of Chinese junk. The truck we tried it on was a heavy duty Dodge Ram Cummins with the heavy duty alternator and two batteries. We threw away the Harbor Freight junk winch and installed a Warn 15,000 pound commercial duty winch. It pulls all day. We do not have to leave the engine running or speed up the idle. You get what you pay for. I have put WARN winches on many of our service trucks over the 40 years in business for all day long hoisting, pulling, lifting, etc. with never a failure...never ever. .....years back...when in a jam, one of my construction foreman purchased a 24" Harbor Freight pipe wrench...The handle broke in two and nearly sent him off the building while working up high on the steel. The consumer just has to be careful what you buy from Harbor Freight........better to buy quality made in the USA and employ American workers.

[@19882fast4u]

Bill Waldron , yeah I can tell you are not a owner. But guess what I am, look it up, owner of the Car Whispers Mobile Mechanic Service, LLC. Makes me laugh, you claim your some owner and you have all this electrician mechanical background, but your in a Harbor Freight store buying a winch......sure you are! lol. Also you act just cause your in a big old dodge diesel, that makes a difference, lol. Shit is still stock on that rig, just like the rest omg. I know its a diesel, lmao I guess it should just pull better right???....get the fuck out. Its totally clear you dont know shit about a god damn winch. I tell you what, ill pay for your ticket here and back, show up at my business, will go down together and buy that harbor freight 12k winch. Will pull it out of the box together, and ill install it on any rig you chose in my parking lot, even my employees geo swift turd that he drives everyday, and ill pay to do it correctly.......Then will hook it up to any tree you like, and pull the thing out of the ground. And it wont take but a few minutes. Now the trade is, if you win, and it doesn't work, then ill give you 1k cash for the trouble, and a trip paid back home. But if it does work, you get to pay your own way home, and I get to kick you in the balls, and punch you in the face. Bet you wont take my offer will ya???? Go to my face book page, look up my business, and send me your info so I can send you a ticket. learn how to install a winch and operate it before ever touching one again. Now get the fuck out with your fake ass knowledge that you don't really have. Troll

[@19882fast4u]

Bill Waldron And just for the record, a "winch" in not for lifting you dumb shit, pulling only lol. ANOTHER example of you not knowing how to operate one. Probably work for McDonald's lol

[@siraugustwinter]

I don't think anyone has ever sold me so much on a product in my life. Bravo, great video!

[@ghostses]

Thanks! I'm still extremely pleased with it, and the price was right for my applications. It's not been used tons, but does the job when required. If you do get one, feedback with your thoughts after use. Good luck, G.

[@suzuki230]

This video is still very relevant as of March 2020. I was able to get my badlands set up just fine with this. 10/10 with such in depth information. Well done.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful with getting yours going despite it's age. Good luck and take care, G.

[@justinmetcalfe2669]

I actually watched beginning to end and learned, in my opinion, enough to go ahead and buy myself a winch when the time comes to upgrade my truck. Thanks for a very informative video

[@ghostses]

Justin Metcalfe Thanks cool Justin! It's turned out to be a great winch for my uses. Good luck if you get one when you upgrade your truck. Glad you liked the video. Take care, G.

[@dwaynekenne1613]

I was looking for someone who was going to mount the winch to a receiver hitch set up. This is the first one i clicked on and it just what i needed. Thanks.

[@ghostses]

That's cool Dwayne! Glad it was helpful. Good luck, G.

[@jafo321]

Great video! Very informative. It was great that you had several examples of the winch in use. Really helpful. I already bought one and it's on the front of my '79 CJ7. I have to unspool and respool before using but I'm glad to see how smooth it works. Got mine with the super coupon also. Great job!

[@ghostses]

Thanks Johnny! Glad you liked it. I used to have an 81 CJ7 I put a 327 V8 in. That thing was MEAN! I should've kept it, but oh well. I hope the winch serves you well. Good luck, G.

[@daveg.4862]

Thanks for the detail level and Trade (several) knowledge & care used in this video. As an Electrician who works with Millwrights and Mechanics, respect and humility are the first thing in any trade, you did a great job, I learned a lot.

[@ghostses]

No problem Dave! I'm glad you found it informative. As for respect and humility, I couldn't agree more! Good luck, G.

[@paddylandreville8501]

Highly informative, I learned a great deal from this, and now I'm ready to buy a 12000-pounder to install on my 2021 Canyon Denali 4x4 crew cab (with lockers) pick-up truck that I love so much.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Paddy! Glad it was informative. Good luck with your installation. Take care, G.

[@rickhosmer5370]

Holy cow! Badlands Winches and/or Harbor Freight should buy the rights to this video from you and include it in a DVD with every winch purchase! Very well done and helpful! I learned a lot. I understand that the use aspect was shown from your own application needs, but someone PLEASE follow this exact format and make a video showing vehicle recovery techniques. Thank you, ghostses for such an informative video.

[@ghostses]

LOL! Thanks Rick! I'm glad you found the video useful. Hopefully someone will post some good rigging techniques. I tried to cover some basic setups, but am sure there are tons of other options- depending on how one might be stuck. Take care, G.

[@Daynaleo1]

EXCELLENT VIDEO! I am very impressed and happy you went through cleaning and re-greasing the planetary gears. I may get a Harbor Freight winch because my use would be very similar to yours. Thank you for taking the time to share.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! I highly recommend using known good grease. Plus it operates smoothly after going through the effort. I'm extremely pleased with it, especially for the cost. Good luck if you pick one up, G.

[@jsr400064]

Thank you for the thorough video. I just purchased the same winch with same hitch receiver set up to use on my vehicle and your wiring instruction will be invaluable.

[@ghostses]

jsr400064 No problem! I'm glad you found it useful. Good luck, G.

[@pe4015]

Excellent video! Greatly appreciate all the safety pointers you mentioned. Same deal here with wanting to use a winch to clear out brush on my property. Thanks amigo!

[@ghostses]

Thanks! It works great for clearing things out. Good luck, G.

[@lucifer0001]

Awesome video that everyone who's going to do some winching should watch. Thanks for taking the time to make it. The best I've seen.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Henning! Glad you found it informative. Take care, G.

[@c230benzito]

This was a great video. I kind felt like i was in class. A boat load of information in here and now i can even tear down and rebuild a planetary winch. Ha, good job on this!!

[@ghostses]

+c230benzito Thanks! I do try to educate in my videos if possible- so thanks for showing up for class...lol. Glad you got some info that might be useful to you. Take care, G.

[@joseortiz5965]

Awesome video. I was planning on getting a winch for the work on property but was hesitant cause I know nothing on the subject. This video gave me the confidence that I needed. Thank you very much.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Jose! Hope it works out well for you. Good luck, G.

[@techniq808]

Great video, thank you for the time & effort spent to put it together! Very informative.

[@ghostses]

+techniq808 Thanks and no problem! I'm glad you found it informative. Good luck, G.

[@LetsDoThis321]

Very in-depth review of this winch, nice and thank you. From what I found is that it really does pull hard! I pulled a 25,000 pound shipping container with a 3:1 snatch block and it did a great job! maybe someday I'll pull it apart and lube it up like you did.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! That's a pretty impressive pull! Glad it worked out well for you. Take care, G.

[@franksmith2780]

I'm in the process of buying the same winch and pulling on a few trees and such. You done a great job on explaining some key points of safety and how it preformed for you.

[@ghostses]

That's cool Frank! Glad it was helpful. Good luck with your setup and tasks. Take care, G.

[@joannmichaelson2390]

1st video Ive seen with such depth and explanation.. Keep up the great work!

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you found it informative. Take care, G.

[@miatafunrun3078]

Excellent Video! Thank-You. Essential watching for those who use a winch esp. newbies.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad it was informative. Take care, G.

[@juanchavez1992]

Awesome Video!!! Clearly explained and demonstrated various applications.. I really appreciated the emphasis on the safety points and safe use in general

[@ghostses]

Thanks Juan! Glad you liked it. Yes, safety is paramount when using this gear. Take care, G.

[@unclej5951]

super video! learned a lot and you made things easy to understand. thanks for not talking over my head. subbed

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. Take care, G.

[@realrayra]

Great and informative video, thanks for all the work and information, especially on cable and hook safety. Been considering the badlands 12000 and your images and info on disassembly and re-lubing the planetary setup makes that a priority task for me as well.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you found it informative. This one has been doing well for me. Take care, G.

[@epautos]

Excellent video! Just purchased the same winch. Will do the tear down and grease as advised. Thanks for all the detail and tips!

[@ghostses]

+dom Thanks Dom! Glad the video was helpful and hope the winch serves you well. Take care, G.

[@preacher1nm]

I just bought the badland 12k winch. Great video, and thank you for all the safety tips and advice.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Steven! Glad you liked it. Good luck with yours, G.

[@ate508]

Great overview! Safety first, amen. Thank you for the education.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. Good luck, G.

[@mannycalvar4254]

Thoroughly enjoyed this whole video. Learned new info.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Manny! Good luck, G.

[@jb1995]

I really appreciate your video. I'm in the market for lunch and you cover things I didn't even know about.

[@ghostses]

No problem. Glad you found it useful. Good luck, G.

[@jackr.weatherford1466]

Stellar video and common sense approach!!! Extremely well done Sir! Thank You!

[@ghostses]

Thanks Jack, glad you found it informative. Take care and good luck, G.

[@faronf2006]

By far the Best winch video on KZbin I have seen so far ...thanks for sharing .

[@ghostses]

Glad you liked it. Take care, G.

[@faronf2006]

@@ghostses you as well 😊

[@kurtbyars766]

Thank you sir ! You've helped me greatly ! I just bought a winch same thing but must be slightly different as it's not got the automatic tensioner stuff. My friend bought it thinking his old one was bad turned out the battery was his problem. Point being he's lost the owner manual and that red strap for the hook ! Guess I'll figure out something ! Anyway that entire video you've shown me helped with the gearbox question I had do I trust they've done the BEST job or do I do as you did , so we'll see on that. Thank you again for your help and good luck to you !!!!

[@ghostses]

Good deal Kurt! If it's a HF winch, I believe they had to models of the 12k, one with the tensioner and one without. In most cases, you can download the correct manual by the model number on their website (assuming it's a HF winch). You can make a strap pretty much out of anything, or purchase one. Good luck to you as well, G.

[@joshuahardy5626]

You gave me exactly what I needed! Thanks!

[@ghostses]

Glad it was helpful Joshua! Good luck, G.

[@johnlieske8908]

Great job on going through the winch and all of the safety guide lines.

[@ghostses]

Thanks John! Good luck, G.

[@rebatecheck]

This was very helpful to me. Thank you so much for your time and effort. Well done!

[@ghostses]

Thanks Rick! I'm glad you found some useful information. Good luck, G.

[@WesternElkHunter]

Outstanding video explanation/illustration of the winch product gearing, winching components and safety tips - thank you!

[@ghostses]

Thanks Tom! Glad you found it informative. Take care, G.

[@100nortonfan]

Excellent presentation, Ghostsess! I just purchased a similar winch and intend to mount it on my car hauler trailer. However, I also may be adapting it for property clearing, etc., just as you have. You've given me some excellent ideas, which I plan to put into good use! Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! I'm glad you got some ideas. I've seen some folks using a cradle and a receiver mounted to their trailers so they can remove it. It would be great to move it from place to place for different uses. Good luck with your project! G.

[@cavtj1]

Very informative! Learned a lot. Thank you for posting this Sir!

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you like it. Take care, G.

[@Oscarbarriemtos]

Great job buddy Thanks for show US 👍🏾 Your video is very helpful for whoever wants to install a winch in their truck like me.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Oscar! Glad it was helpful. Good luck, G.

[@leolion14]

Real good . thanks. I'm keeping this vid. I'm getting the same winch when my new bumper gets here and am going to re - lube it like you did. Again thank you.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Don! Good luck with yours, G.

[@larry527az3]

Thanks again G, yet another great review. I've never used a winch but now have a much greater respect for them. I've done a fair amount of rigging and your safety tips have shown me some better ways to secure my loads now. Never thought about hook up versus down but it makes a lot of sense. Well done sir...

[@ghostses]

Thanks Larry! I'm glad you liked it. G.

[@stevelawrence2546]

Thanks for your time. I was on the fence about purchasing a Bandland winch, but not anymore.

[@ghostses]

That's cool Steve! Good luck, G.

[@pushbroom9398]

Thx for the video!!! I feel I now have a foundation of information that will help me to understand what I need to do. 👍👍👍

[@ghostses]

Glad it was helpful! G.

[@MustangGuru]

I bought one and installed it on a rolling A FRAME in my garage to pull engines with and a smaller one mounted on my wall to use on a small lift to raise my riding mower off the floor for storage of it. Works great.

[@ghostses]

That's cool! Take care, G.

[@WoodratFLA]

What an education there! Just got my first winch, to use just as you have shown here. Badland/Harbor Freight should pay you for this. Thank you for your time.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Bryan! Glad you found it informative. They keep saying the checks in the mail, but for some reason it never comes....lol. Good luck! G.

[@airborneleads1981]

one of the BEST VIDEOS I've seen in KZbin, and in here a lot! i even learn from it! wish i would've seen this about 8 months ago, i paid over a grand for Bush a small tree removal. i could've done it myself.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. Yeah, it can get expensive to remove things- which is why I went this direction. It works great for these kinds of things. Good luck, G.

[@isakwilkinson2491]

Thank you for the video was very informative and awesome. I'm going to subscribe to your station so I can stay tuned for more stuff. Cuz like you I like to tinker and build and fix on things and it's great to have the University of KZbin where people can come and show how to possibly work on things that I haven't taken apart yet or I'm thinking about buying.

[@ghostses]

Glad you liked it and found it informative. Feel free to dig around my channel for anything that might be of interest. I think there's around 300 videos of various subjects. Yeah, it sounds like we're cut from the same cloth. Agreed, the "University of KZbin" is an awesome place. Especially if you manage to sift trough the trash to reach the treasures. Good luck, G.

[@TheGhungFu]

Excellent video! I just installed the 9000# Badland on my Ranger for winching firewood out of my woodlot. Learned some stuff.

[@ghostses]

+TheGhung Fu Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. Good luck with your 9k! Take care, G.

[@TDSFORD]

Excellent video! You covered everything from A to Z and everything in between. Impressive job.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you found it informative. Good luck, G.

[@AndrewHollywood]

What a great job of explaining it all. Thank you very much.

[@ghostses]

+Andrew Hollywood Thanks Andrew! I'm glad you found some useful information. Take care, G.

[@williamlavigne2831]

Hugely beneficial video and review! I am doing a little research on the Harbor Freight winch before purchasing and this help tremendously in my decision making process. Thanks again and take care!!

[@ghostses]

Thanks William! I'm glad the video was helpful. Good luck with whatever you decide, G.

[@Denny195]

Excellent video and just what I wanted to see. I'm off to Harbor Freight. Thanks for the video.

[@ghostses]

Neurotic Nation Thanks! I hope yours serves you well. Good luck, G.

[@martysk8r]

Excellent in-depth video - love the winch cradle that can be moved around on the truck or car trailer.

[@ghostses]

+martysk8r Thanks! The cradle is cool for sure! Good luck, G.

[@deathcogunit106]

Great video, just bought one of these to pull some future firewood into an easier to access spot.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Hope it works out for you. Good luck with your projects. Take care, G.

[@zachsheffield1325]

This man is a genius! He’s absolutely brilliant at what he does!

[@ghostses]

I wouldn't go that far, but thanks!

[@subixbarbarasson157]

I just bought the same winch. Great video dude. Thank​ you for posting this

[@ghostses]

That's cool! Glad it was helpful. Good luck with yours, G.

[@vic40171]

Thank you for not having annoying music. Thumbs up!

[@ghostses]

Right there with you Vic! Glad you liked it. Take care, G.

[@garypaul4548]

This is the best video I have ever seen. Thank you so much.

[@ghostses]

Thanks Gary! I'm glad you found it useful. Good luck, G.

[@tonyajackson2891]

Awesome video! Learned so much!

[@ghostses]

Thanks Tonya! Take care, G.

[@331StrokedGT]

Great video in understanding how winches and basics on winching works. If people have a problem with a certain brand, that is okay, it is their prerogative to pick and choose what they want. Nice job on this one.

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. I fully agree. Take care, G.

[@MaximilianLaue]

Absolutely fantastic video. Learned more then I could have thought but best video I have seen for this winch. Small remark though when you talked about safety. You said always place hook down. Towards end of video you had it facing up. But still excellent

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. Yeah....lol- that was a do as I say, not as I do moment. Take care, G.

[@skipstein744]

Thank you for your details and techniques. Very informative!

[@ghostses]

No problem Charles! Glad you found it informative. Good luck, G.

[@richardmellem3583]

Darn great video ! I fabbed up a mounting plate to go where my spare used to ride and put my roller fair line where my license plate was. A rear mount just made more sense for my needs. I wish I had known about the receiver hitch mount from Northern would have been way faster, although not quite as strong. I've got a 1/2 plate 10 inch wide from frame rail to frame rail. Plus. it's be nice being to winch with a trailer hooked up to the hitch. One thing about grubbing the trees and shrubs... I hope you were sure of where all your plumbing was. Thank you very much for the effort you put into this video.

[@ghostses]

That's a cool setup Richard! Good tip- but yes I knew where everything was. That is something to look for though. Take care, G.

[@cfpau]

Great stuff, thanks a lot. I enjoyed your video. Thank you!

[@ghostses]

Thanks! Take care, G.