How to Make a Wake Winch (under $500)

This is how to build a winch for wakeboarding, wakeskating, surfing, skimboarding, skateboarding, skiing, or snowboarding.
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[@Kevinrothwell1959]

This is why I love KZbin!! People do amazing stuff that I never would have thought off! Learn something new every day to keep young at heart.

[@danbolderoo5669]

Bro this video was from 10 years ago and is the best one I’ve found on building wake winches

[@MarkJaxonMedia]

Lol thanks

[@GeorgeBonez]

I 1st wrote a critical comment about one engineering aspect of this winch but after reading some of the ignorant comments I decided to change my tune to a supportive one!! I think you guys that come up with this design did a pretty damn great job especially for your age but the really impressive thing about what you did was → Show ingenuity to create a solution to a problem! Now that FUCKIN ROCKS!!! Yeah! I am an old 43 year old grouchy fucking conservative but I am proud of you guys!

[@DoctorHammonds]

My friends built a winch alot like this last summer, these are badass for learning to hit rails and ramps.

[@bosdad7]

great idea and job, this would also work great for fetching logs out of the woods.

[@Ricklamstead]

hardware is more than likely not strong enough for log winching, this is a fast and light winch

[@Porsche928doctor]

In a word, the how to build portion of the video...EXCELLENT!!

[@JimHendrix_home]

Fantastic video...very well done and very informative. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[@GarnettM]

Could weld 2 forward spikes 4-5 in long that goes into the ground like spurs use either Harrow teeth from farm supply or pieces of rebar it`s very strong .

[@texmurphy7205]

This is cool man. my only suggestion is to move the rollers side to side that wind the amsteel on the reel so it is even windings. You could use a small electric motor on a threaded rod, maybe a modified car window or other junkyard finds. Keep up the good inventions

[@daliks]

you should place the winch on a bridge or something high. the difference is amazing, especially if you are hitting a ramp/kicker so it doesnt pull you down but up.. and a non stretch, thin line is mandatory too! i use dyneema..

[@hoodeani420]

Why did you use cut off wheels on your spool their brittle and weak compared to mild steel or even wood? Seemed to work okay for your purpose though great job and nice video.

[@DiEtRyInGBRAM]

do you think this would work with a lawn mower engine without a tourqe converter but just a sprocket at where de blade would normally be

[@kevtyler69]

hi guys what the function of the 2 grinder disks? cheers

[@hockeyduede]

Sweet I am definately gonna make one, but doe you mount it, in the ground or is it heavy enough to stay on its place?!

[@MarkJaxonMedia]

you can take winches places that boats cant go like shallow or narrow water or creeks or fountains and pools

[@zeroskater720]

So I finished my winch. It has a 212cc predator engine, 10 tooth counter shaft sprocket, 54 tooth rear sprocket. It has been working pretty well except that the rope seems to drag in the water a lot. it is a poly rope and it floats but it seems like there isnt a consistent pull. Would changing to a better rope increase consistency? I'm using a torque converter as well.

[@MrDisneyCollector]

how fun is this!!!!! What a great idea, that looks so cool. I'd love to do that. Great way to ski and not need a boat...or sharks....

[@dhutch2000]

What sort of ratio have you been using on the engine and drum sprockets? I guess that ties up with the drum diameter and engine rpm to give you your cable speed, but what sort of cable speed are you aiming for?

[@GarnettM]

All you need to make a frame is an old tiller motor & frame practicly built already add secondary clutch -Or old sled body .

[@sethlangford165]

hey i recently just built a winch. I first put a centrifugal clutch it worked great but wanted to be able to deep water start so i put a torque converter. Ever since i put the torque converter its way slower then before. Any body have this problem before???

[@thehuhuSB]

you should lower engine rpm or use heavyer rolles for automatic cluch

[@zeroskater720]

Alright man thanks. Yeah, I cheaped out on the rope (20 dollar rope) maybe when I have a little money to blow I'll buy a real winch rope. What size engine do you have?

[@MarkJaxonMedia]

you can get a longer one and adjust your plans or leave it slightly long or cut it. no big deal.

[@tueulator]

I was wondering why you used the abrasion wheels???

[@_ltor]

i was thinking the same thing but other than that it looks awesome. great for areas that are too small to fit a boat

[@dreweflin]

do you have a 9hp or 6.5? I live in colorado and have a ben horan ridiculous winch and I think because of higher altitude it doesn't do nearly as well... trying to figure out a way to beef it up for some extra speed, I was also thinking about getting a bigger sprocket in the front, any thoughts?

[@jaysaw8151]

pretty great build for what your using it for....iv got a bull dozer winch its nowhere near high speed like that

[@escapadechannel8379]

+redsaw 90 Get so gear to top up the speed you can literally get any speed with some good gears

[@wjackstl]

I like the video bro, but what's with the grinder blades? why not just get a peice of plywood and cut a circle with a jigsaw?

[@tmanio]

my spool starts when i start my engine. what is wrong? i have a torque converter set up just like yours

[@SKATEnWAKE]

Thanks so much. This is gonna make a great winter project!

[@chinanigans]

Very thorough, awesome stuff! I hope I have the patience to build one of these someday.

[@willangas1273]

whats the best way of making the winch stay there cos of the pull from the wakeboarder?

[@Tekpeen]

About how much did it cost to build your spool unit, not counting the axel? I have all my parts ready to buy and I just wanted to know how much I should be spending on the spool. Thanks

[@ryan15161]

hey i would just like to know how does the handle come back to pull again do you have to pull it back and than ride ?

[@tmanio]

I can't find tire hubs anywhere. Not online and not at home depot or magukins. Any ideas?

[@bw831]

yes you do, or else you wont be able to add much rope. The grinder blades work like a backstop on either side of the spool.

[@rheniformer]

That's very impressive, I'll never build one but you video was interesting and your machine works great!

[@zeroskater720]

Dude! I am so stoked to try and build this now. How much was this all together?

[@CoryEngdahl]

Are the 2 halves of tire hubs even necessary?

[@mikemcfadzean4350]

Where can i get a torque converter for one? Cheers

[@zx9burnz]

Please provide suggestions on where to purchase the amsteel rope. Specific suppliers and/or part numbers.

[@djackson9987]

SCR braids!!!

[@tmanio]

should i need that if i am using the duramax engine?

[@Profanity42069]

awesome project you guys are good engineers i am jealous

[@B1GE2]

how does the spool quit spinning? do you have like a brake or something?

[@jacobtracey007]

If i have an 8.5 HP engine should i go slightly under or over 55 teeth?

[@816kwilliams]

Do you have to disconnect the chain to walk the line out? The one thing I dont understand. I'd think that you wouldn't want the engine turning over backwards, or does that not matter?

[@Elraurko]

816kwilliams look up what centrifugal clutch does

[@oreo9925]

I cant find an 18 inch axle us that the right size?

[@jsolo2012]

dude...your givin me a new hobbie hard on.can this be somehows used to go in big circles i live on a lake and wonder how cool it would be to have tack on the water

[@JR88stang]

what type of rope are you guys using on the winch

[@joelt1234]

just wondering if you have any problems with the winch when you are using ?

[@MrBen527]

Nice project! Awesome idea!

[@SKATEBOARDINGGHP]

where do i get a welder do u expenc every one has a whelder

[@ProjektHeld]

Great winch! 👍 I made mine for even a little bit less money.

[@oreo9925]

And how many keyway holes does it need

[@GeddoLee]

How much and what kind of rope do you use? Also, how much does it weigh in the end?

[@503challenger]

Nic job.....i'm suprised the small engine will pull that strong.

[@coltonpray]

where could i get just the frame i don't have a welder

[@oreo9925]

What is an 18" axle even used for and where can i get one if it is 18" i looked everywhere.

[@CajunCreations]

Where did you get your torque converter and what model?

[@macforehand4958]

how fast does the winch pull (skiing)

[@Twisted-Qc]

witch TAV series is the best for motor sizes

[@66Wilies]

Nice job really cool idea keep up the great work and have fun

[@StellaCam]

how do u build underwater rails

[@ethanhanson3258]

hey how much of the bullet line 7/64 could i fit on my winch

[@alfredoperez9223]

And do I need a torque converter if I have a 13 hp engine

[@Dewatch111]

anyone try this with a centrifugal clutch instead of a torque converter? wondering how well it works and if i should try it to save money. if you have any videos with it running, that'd be awesome

[@CharloDanis224]

May you put the link for the axel i don't find it on gokartsupply ?

[@cordelposch1015]

your real smart for welding galvanized steel without a respirator the fumes that it lets off when you weld can kill you and its not that strong either

[@swedish_steel7861]

+Cordel Posch (cposch) im making a minibike with galvanized aluminium and its sure strong but imma grind of the galv :p

[@TomsCarHold]

nice try, won't kill you mate. Might give you fume fever, nothing a glass of milk and an ibuprofen tablet won't fix.

[@TheMetalArtMan]

+Toms Car Hold It does kill...Jim "Paw-Paw" Wilson is one example of someone who died from it...and even if you don't seem like you are effected you can come down with issues later from it...

[@ruffboy1]

+Toms Car Hold Been there done that. I was in the hospital for a day after breathing in fumes while torching some galvanized steel. It WILL KILL YOU!

[@weldcerts]

Welding galvanized will make you feel a little flu like but it absolutely will not kill you. I've welded large projects some of which took a few months of welding on this material with no serious short or long term effects. You guys need to quit scaring the kids.

[@alfredoperez9223]

How fast does the winch pull you if the engine goes 3600 rpm

[@chocdrago]

what store did you buy the wheel hubs from?

[@TNTMike]

hi guys! nice vid! does the line get tangled in the spool sometimes by slacking after a crash?:)

[@SwimBikeRun15]

Great video guys!!! gonna start my build soon

[@tmanio]

hey man where can i get an 18 inch axel

[@kylewebster2602]

if i wanted to buy it from you how much would you offer

[@ruffboy1]

how is the winch anchored?

[@alfredoperez9223]

How do u put the torque converter on?

[@ethanhanson3258]

how much 7/64 could you fit on your spool??? i need to know in ordering tomorrow

[@TapkinghackedInfoAu]

Nice Job Guys.... Well done!

[@martintvrz9614]

which type of rope did u used? thanks

[@xgrantx13]

Is your winch still working? have you had any major break downs since you make it just wondering how durable it is.

[@pepeemizera87]

why is not possible to use centrifugal clutch for wakeboarding? thanks

[@andrewj8610]

pepee mizera a centrifugal clutch won't pull you out of the water, but if it's only to pull you from sitting onto the water, then it'll work

[@MrRobert73026]

Anyone know if i can use wood instead of metal?

[@bobjoeie5162]

where did u buy there parts

[@angelpena9189]

How thick is the belt

[@MickeySaintlyMicSmith]

That is really cool.

[@pakkko]

what kind of rope is that=?

[@johnjinklman212]

Does it matter if your engine is a vertical engine

[@benjaminsmith4426]

Very much so

[@palakaman]

Why the use of cutting wheels? seems like metal would do the same job.

[@paulman54]

You should be a voice actor for Rick and Morty

[@platecrumb]

I gotta say that was pretty dern cool:) Good Job guys!

[@gustarrant9423]

does anyone know if a snowblower engine will work to?

[@WilliamSeibertwillis923]

what was the song at the end?

[@andrewe46]

I used the 6.5 and it's not able to pull me up even with a torque converter. Moving up to an 11-13 next.

[@VideographerBill]

Andrew Kammerer Use a smaller wheel, it will do it

[@andrewe46]

smaller wheels? Spool or sprocket not sure what you are meaning my spool is quite small.

[@wakewinchbronomi884]

+Andrew Kammerer whats the ratio between the tav and the spool sproket it should be 10/55 or 10/50 but in your case go with 10/55 or 10/60 for a 6.5 hp engine if you doesn't have the torque to pull you out.

[@danielbargas3377]

Get the predator 212 6.5hp from harbor freight for only $100

[@andrewe46]

I tested mine today with 6.5 and it's pretty weak. Switching to 11

[@billschulz1728]

Andrew Kammerer You need to upgrade it you should get plenty of horse from it. Take out the governor, torque converter, upgrade the intake and exhaust and it should rip.

[@andrewe46]

Thank you for the input. I will try that.

[@cgod241]

Why the saw blades, I don't see the logic. could you explain??

[@isaksson9639]

+Wucifer slayer those are sprockets u dumb piece of shit.

[@dyllman98]

Klart bästa podden your the stupid one... those are two saw blades and the one is a sprocket... do you not know what a sprocket is? Sprockets aren't smooth. They have teeth

[@101madd]

can send me a link for the sprocket

[@Findyourgame]

thanks for sharing, well done.

[@MarkJaxonMedia]

yes. i have the same set up and went with polypropolyene first and it was horrible amsteel is what you want 7/64 or 1/8

[@csae4694]

flux core wire?

[@eamonearly]

@markerscope1 Have you seen ridiculouswinch website? What do you think of their setup on the most expensive model? Can you make a similar one for like $1500? Mail by UPS? I'll pay shipping