Superwinch SX Series Winch Solenoid Replacement and Wireless Remote Upgrade

[@ftterlve]

I tried taking the control box off but the hex bolts were and odd size. Bigger than a 3 hex key, but smaller than a 3.5. They're in tight and Superwinch hasn't been any help. They ignore all messages. I'll have to drill mine out.

[@PetesPlaceGarage]

I don't remember which key I used, but I have a drawer full of odd sizes. They were tight, but I managed.

[@ftterlve]

@@PetesPlaceGarage Yeah, I feel like I've got just about every metric and SAE size available and still struck out. Thanks

[@mightymopar128]

I have a superwinch 5000 I purchased in 2006. I use it in my car hauler for the drag race cars. It did come with the wireless remote and a cable with pistol grip control. Starting about two years ago the remote control, antenna or control unit is working intermittent. I just programed a second, new remote that came with it and I'm going to try to unload a car today. I guess Weston purchased Superwinch, and they said none of the components for the remotes are available? I have checked all connections and the winch works perfect with the cable control. Do you have any suggestions besides buying the Superwinch 2277 remote unit?

[@PetesPlaceGarage]

Unfortunately, not much is left from old Superwinch to New. The 2277R wireless remote is specific to the SX winch. I don't think it will work for your application. There may be a solution, but I'll need to research it. If I find one I'll let you know.

[@mightymopar128]

@@PetesPlaceGarage Thanks for the quick reply. I don't trust the inexpensive units on Amazon. I guess I could add more cable to the existing hand held unit so that I could operate the winch while I'm steering the cars onto the trailer ramp. I would only need about 10' more. Thanks, Bill

[@mightymopar128]

@@PetesPlaceGarage Hi Pete, I'm looking at the description for the Superwinch remote control kit 2277 ($117.00) .It says the kit works for all 12V electric Superwinch models. Is this kit a different model from the 2277R you referred to in your reply to me? Thanks, Bill