Has Harbor Freight Lost Their Mind? - APEX BADLAND

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Wranglerstar

Wranglerstar

Күн бұрын

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@RTWGraphics
@RTWGraphics 3 жыл бұрын
What people are missing about HF. They're making a respectable effort to fill in the gap left by Craftsman.
@JF-lt5zc
@JF-lt5zc 3 жыл бұрын
Yes. Or better. Go look for their ICON torque wrench comparisons. As good or better than Snapon for half the price.
@harveyhams1572
@harveyhams1572 3 жыл бұрын
You can still get Craftsman.
@BenSchoolcraft
@BenSchoolcraft 3 жыл бұрын
@@harveyhams1572 Craftsman was the "reliable but affordable" brand. They have since lost the first part, and now OP is indicating that HF would like to gain the "reliable" reputation to get sales from disgruntled craftsman users.
@onebluguy2692
@onebluguy2692 3 жыл бұрын
THIS
@FUCKDSS
@FUCKDSS 3 жыл бұрын
some of the tools are trying some are a joke tho
@treywright3591
@treywright3591 3 жыл бұрын
funny story. you mentioned at the end about the harbor freight floor jack standing up against the Snap-on. The Harbor Freight Daytona jack, and the snap-on floor jack, are made in the same factory, on the same assembly line. Snap-on actually sued Harbor Freight over it and lost. Same jack, 1/3 the cost.
@CBB-dg9jy
@CBB-dg9jy 3 жыл бұрын
Noted
@thopkins2271
@thopkins2271 3 жыл бұрын
Probably not the exact same once you consider quality control and quality assurance steps. But close enough that with a warranty and a little inspection there’s no reason to not go that route.
@jaimzmyers3699
@jaimzmyers3699 3 жыл бұрын
Thats the one I just commented about I forgot the name but I've used it a decent amount of time and it's the best quality jack I've owned
@noclass2gun342
@noclass2gun342 3 жыл бұрын
@@thopkins2271 nope... they are litterally the same jack off the same assembly line... snap on actually withdrew the lawsuit when harbor freight counter sued for false advertising. Snap on had apparently marketed it as American made
@noclass2gun342
@noclass2gun342 3 жыл бұрын
@@margaretfraser9610 the jack is probably the best in its class... harbor freight just negotiated a better deal for the customer. They also hired several snap on engineers to design the new icon line
@sirroxalot
@sirroxalot 3 жыл бұрын
I have no problem using "Disposable" tools, because after a few uses, I usually forget where I put them down anyway.
@BigDmike24
@BigDmike24 3 жыл бұрын
So true. Or your children borrow them and never return them.
@ryandavis4689
@ryandavis4689 3 жыл бұрын
Damn straight that's real fact
@carlyletom301
@carlyletom301 3 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight have saved me when I cant find my tool, or I'm too far from home to drive back there.
@Kingofthewildfrontierr
@Kingofthewildfrontierr 3 жыл бұрын
I relate to this thread
@sweetbread9008
@sweetbread9008 3 жыл бұрын
I hate head injuries too. I constantly have short term memory problems.
@johnreed6856
@johnreed6856 3 жыл бұрын
I used to be a store manager for harbor freight and I was constantly in touch with the qa dept. about either mistakes in their manuals or a surplus of certain items being returned for same quality issues. Harbor freight has really stepped up their quality control game. They have an overseas quality control dept and then another one state side.
@ericbest9562
@ericbest9562 2 жыл бұрын
That's why I love having someone that works there, I get the inside scoop on what gets returned often and what never comes back, also that 20% discount on top of the sale price!
@SammuelG
@SammuelG 2 жыл бұрын
I bought one for my Nissan Titan, first time I had to use it I was nose down in a creek...it pulled me out with no problems, mine came with two extra sheathing wraps for the rope too. I personally like the wireless deal, it's pretty awesome!
@stevenweyer1614
@stevenweyer1614 21 күн бұрын
Curious if the winch is still holding up?
@MrPatrickdanysh
@MrPatrickdanysh 3 жыл бұрын
"If they offered to send you a new winch would you say yes? Of course you would so sit down and shut up!" 😂🤣😂🤣
@kb2zya
@kb2zya 3 жыл бұрын
I got a good chuckle out of that as well. Heck yeah send me a free winch
@johne9341
@johne9341 3 жыл бұрын
This is why I love watching Cody's videos. He is such a real guy.
@RobWhittlestone
@RobWhittlestone 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like Cody's Grandpa talking right there!
@JPHER217
@JPHER217 3 жыл бұрын
Haha yes it was golden :)
@vigorousoutlaw2357
@vigorousoutlaw2357 3 жыл бұрын
Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition 😆
@monk12314
@monk12314 3 жыл бұрын
My first thought was “I really like how open you are with us about how this was sent to you” and then you went into the “if they offered it you’d take it so sit down and shut up” and I laughed because you’re 100% correct. Love your channel! Been following for a few years. From a 25y/o New York City dweller who grew up on a farm, thanks for everything you do!
@nickharris8304
@nickharris8304 3 жыл бұрын
How do you willingly leave a farm and move to NYC?
@monk12314
@monk12314 3 жыл бұрын
@@nickharris8304 *large sigh* money...a lot of money ...
@malayrojak
@malayrojak 2 жыл бұрын
@@monk12314 money can't buy everything...
@lisamarie3878
@lisamarie3878 3 жыл бұрын
“Of course you would, so sit down and shut up” you just kill me!😂😂😂😂
@jakep5121
@jakep5121 3 жыл бұрын
@ 2:48... LOVE IT!!! I'll take more of that
@timmcwilliams8024
@timmcwilliams8024 3 жыл бұрын
Best thing Cody has ever said! And he has said some dam great things!
@MrGtownjake
@MrGtownjake 3 жыл бұрын
damn straight. LOL
@hopsta
@hopsta 3 жыл бұрын
So true though
@thunderbird233
@thunderbird233 3 жыл бұрын
killed me too! That was great!
@rcclassiccrawlers4368
@rcclassiccrawlers4368 2 жыл бұрын
My cousin has a 10,000lb Badland winch with both the corded and wireless remotes for ten years or more and he’s never had a problem with any of it. In my opinion they’re every bit as good as Warn winches w/o the bank breaking price. I wouldn’t hesitate to buy one.
@at_3831
@at_3831 3 жыл бұрын
So update on this winch I bought one back in January I mounted it to the hitch mount plate and have used it in multiple situations. Honestly I wasn’t kind at all but it performed great until the other night. I attempted to skid a large hemlock out of the woods and it almost accomplished the job but unfortunately I found the breaking point. The winch blew apart at the mount points the cast housing on both sides of the drum let go. I feel like this tool was pushed well past it’s recommended use and am very impressed that the critical failure did not stop the winch from spooling in or out
@stephenwhite1607
@stephenwhite1607 3 жыл бұрын
It would help to state what was the winch you "bought one back in January" because I just found no content there now.
@pappaclutch3266
@pappaclutch3266 3 жыл бұрын
Also we don’t know how he was using it, if the load was heavy did he have the line rigged properly, the length of the line out correct for the load, the time spent pulling did he do 30s on 5min off? There’s a lot left out to say it was truly the winches fault
@redneckswitwheels
@redneckswitwheels 2 жыл бұрын
@@pappaclutch3266 absolutely correct also what angle was he running.... not everyone is smart about riggin
@marcusw.3326
@marcusw.3326 3 жыл бұрын
You should do a video talking of all your job history. Seems like youve worn many hats over your years.
@jeffadams2643
@jeffadams2643 3 жыл бұрын
I think Cody must be 200 years old or has only worked at any one job for no more than a month.
@urbanjungle9600
@urbanjungle9600 3 жыл бұрын
He puts Homer Simpson to shame with all his work history!
@notreallyme425
@notreallyme425 3 жыл бұрын
@@urbanjungle9600 you haven’t heard Cody’s stories from when he worked at the nuke plant?
@fruitfarmfords8243
@fruitfarmfords8243 3 жыл бұрын
@@urbanjungle9600 Homer was an astronaut.
@littlejackalo5326
@littlejackalo5326 3 жыл бұрын
He seems to have worked at a million different places, for "years," and a lot of the time his knowledge doesn't back up that narrative. He claims to have been in construction (framing and build-out superintendent), but doesn't know a lot of basic things. Claims to have been a heavy equipment operator, but doesn't know a lot of basic things about his tractor.
@_brianbell
@_brianbell 3 жыл бұрын
Best thing about Harbor Freight tools is that eventually, everything turns into a hammer.
@rohawaha
@rohawaha 3 жыл бұрын
Or an anchor ! " Floridian "
@3dwezzy740
@3dwezzy740 3 жыл бұрын
really
@charlesthompson5220
@charlesthompson5220 3 жыл бұрын
I have 4 of the 12000 and 2 of the 5000 and I like them all, I have put them through a lot, you can throw the warn in the trash
@TheRougeChef
@TheRougeChef 3 жыл бұрын
LMAO!! Too funny..
@spwan10
@spwan10 3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣 that's the worst part
@sferris5316
@sferris5316 3 жыл бұрын
“If they offered to send you a new badlands winch, would you say yes? Of course you would so sit down and shut up.” I gave the video a 👍 just for this.
@charliesmith643
@charliesmith643 3 жыл бұрын
Yes.
@Pietro-ni6ow
@Pietro-ni6ow 3 жыл бұрын
Their offer is a compliment of your character. They know you are an honest and fair man that will give your real opinion. Kudos to you sir.
@skbpharmd
@skbpharmd 3 жыл бұрын
I think based on all the videos I have seen from this guy he has literally worked in every profession there is.
@chipsammich2078
@chipsammich2078 Жыл бұрын
Legend... Just ask him
@invisibilianone6288
@invisibilianone6288 Жыл бұрын
Not sure about work,,,maybe employed
@Airn5475
@Airn5475 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a good sign of a company’s belief in their product when they send it to a skeptic with no strings attached. Companies need to do this more often, if they get a good review, that says a lot.
@olivertaylor8788
@olivertaylor8788 3 жыл бұрын
They wont send that junk to people who actually do work,they know its junk.I dont trust hf winches at all on any serious pulls.Ill hook up the warren.hf,i wouldnt buy another one.
@murf493
@murf493 2 жыл бұрын
Facts it's a no bs approach
@Squarehead45
@Squarehead45 3 жыл бұрын
One thing, I use these for an "A" frame hoist to left Trusses for steel buildings. It is advised to run the Ground Cable all the way TO the Battery post and not rely on the Steel Frame of the truck. You may have a loose bolt, etc between the winch and the battery ground and that will cause a LOT Of heat and other problems.
@brandonconway4822
@brandonconway4822 3 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight has really stepped up their game. They still sell the cheap junk too.
@greenghost6416
@greenghost6416 3 жыл бұрын
The stuff coming out of China has been increasing in quality the past several years.
@theoutdoorbeast6423
@theoutdoorbeast6423 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I have noticed that too, but sometimes you need as cheap tool to use once, their is now no cheap tools
@billparco8072
@billparco8072 3 жыл бұрын
The Vulcan and Titanium welders are solid workhorses. The accessories are only so so, but capable which helps price points. Even some of the cheap stuff is pretty damn good. The 4.5 angle grinder is almost unkillable for like $20
@BigBoy-kc5ze
@BigBoy-kc5ze 3 жыл бұрын
I must say they are getting better
@drshroomy1384
@drshroomy1384 3 жыл бұрын
This is straight facts
@terrenceharvey8805
@terrenceharvey8805 3 жыл бұрын
I have this on my tundra, and I pulled cars out of snow drifts, up rooted small trees, pulled off dead tree branches. No problems at all. I love it and I got it for 350 during a harbor freight sale.
@strawbalehead
@strawbalehead 2 жыл бұрын
Bought one of these after the "worn" one crapped out. Excellent winch. Pulled my fully loaded F250 and a 16 ft trailer through 50 feet of mud. Buy a HF ammo box and put the remote in there with some extra batteries. Made mine plug and play for front and rear mount. Get the coupons for a better deal. Nice review!
@Jlbrack84
@Jlbrack84 3 жыл бұрын
Whenever Dad needed to rent a tool he would go to Harbor Freight first and if it was cheaper to buy rather than rent we would buy. 15 years I still borrow his tile saw whenever I need it.
@berryreading4809
@berryreading4809 3 жыл бұрын
Did the same with a lower wall breaker Jackhammer, it's made it 6 years and 100's of hours of use. The copper in the cord finally work hardened and broke about 2 years ago, replaced that with an extension cord. It just wore out the original brushes, but it came with replacement brushes 😄 (the HF chisels do wear out faster than the Bosch though) full disclosure lol
@CainnechK
@CainnechK 3 жыл бұрын
U cant beat HF for as a home owner
@Kris_at_WhiteOaksFarm
@Kris_at_WhiteOaksFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Needed to cut fire brick for my sugaring arch. Harbor Freight beat the rental, hands down. Closest rental was an hour away, and of course, there was a time limit. Now I have a saw I can use for lapidary/stone cutting... Big win.
@jacrispy8802
@jacrispy8802 3 жыл бұрын
Harbor freight is honestly alright, I like their impact sockets, and some hand tools. All full replacement lifetime warranty
@borandell9915
@borandell9915 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that tip. I need a set of impact sockets.
@dancearoundtheworld5360
@dancearoundtheworld5360 3 жыл бұрын
@@borandell9915 i got the 37pc puttsburgh good even on kobalt xtr 1/2 impact
@borandell9915
@borandell9915 3 жыл бұрын
@@dancearoundtheworld5360 Thank you.
@TheKingweston89
@TheKingweston89 3 жыл бұрын
@@darrinrentruc6614 that’s about it now, a decision wether you support American jobs or the Chinese. They have caught up to us in quality. Practically
@Mr.Mikey.Holiday
@Mr.Mikey.Holiday 3 жыл бұрын
@@darrinrentruc6614 joe biden supports the ccp and yet hes your president and you pay him.
@jimsiggy
@jimsiggy 3 жыл бұрын
Cody: "Synthetic line is delicate" while using a sharp knife to point that out.
@willierants5880
@willierants5880 3 жыл бұрын
😂 I was thinking the same thing. I'm sure Cody in his defense will note he had the cutting edge turned out.
@gtuttle4
@gtuttle4 3 жыл бұрын
I noticed that too!
@probuilder961
@probuilder961 3 жыл бұрын
I was cringing every time that blade touched that line!
@grantw.whitwam9948
@grantw.whitwam9948 3 жыл бұрын
Someone just needs to take that knife away.
@joelfeinberg3766
@joelfeinberg3766 3 жыл бұрын
@@grantw.whitwam9948 Amen
@mr.h4714
@mr.h4714 3 жыл бұрын
Manual controls at the winch means you'd be using it while standing "in the bite", that goes against all recommendations and safety protocols when winching. Now for rewinding unhooked, makes sense. Pulling a load, nope
@stopcommunism9224
@stopcommunism9224 2 жыл бұрын
Dude I was thinking the same. Also, he didn't actually review or test it...
@ralfie8801
@ralfie8801 2 жыл бұрын
@@stopcommunism9224 Matt’s off-road recovery uses them, I’d say almost if not exclusively, in his business making all sorts off vehicle recoveries in the Utah mountains and deserts. They seem to be holding up well and he’s paying for them out of his pocket. He doesn’t like using winches either.
@Seeker64
@Seeker64 Жыл бұрын
You can use a roller fairing with the synthetic, as long as you have no damage to the surface of the rollers. It also has a beeter chance of not hurting or melting the rope becasue of friction if your angle is steeper than normal. But steel is better for heavy use. The steel cable helps to cool the motor. And under heavy use the heat of the motor can damage the synthetic rope.
@LivingWithDragon
@LivingWithDragon 3 жыл бұрын
“Sit down and shut up.” Haha People sure like to judge.
@StevenLeeMiller
@StevenLeeMiller 3 жыл бұрын
That was precisely when I "liked" the video.
@Mike-bj1jj
@Mike-bj1jj 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@robertduncan2742
@robertduncan2742 3 жыл бұрын
Not a good thing
@farmerjoebrown2189
@farmerjoebrown2189 3 жыл бұрын
I went thru the same decision warn vs the world. I bought this to try and this has REALLY opened my eyes! Two days after installing on my tundra, i winched out my buddy’s new f350 from a road drainage ditch sitting on its axles. 2 other guys from a local farm were asking all the details on where to “get this thang” after telling me no way my “1500 was gonna winch out this 9k lb truck”. Needless to say it did not dissapoint! Happy to keep it.
@Mathis218337
@Mathis218337 3 жыл бұрын
Harbor freight has got great zip ties, learned that from Project Farm lol
@derpydog1008
@derpydog1008 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I use them to hold the fenders together on my 4 wheeler.
@victorsteen73
@victorsteen73 3 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@justinl9677
@justinl9677 3 жыл бұрын
Am I the only oddball that reuses zip ties? I refuse to cut one if I can just pop the tab and push it back through!
@LemonySnicket-EUC
@LemonySnicket-EUC 3 жыл бұрын
The stainless steel ones are super strong. Todd is awesome.
@Mexicanmike87
@Mexicanmike87 3 жыл бұрын
@@LemonySnicket-EUC the guys name is Todd? No wonder he reminds me of my uncle
@MikeHunt-eb4kr
@MikeHunt-eb4kr 3 жыл бұрын
The good thing about a business like Harbor freight they do get better as time goes on and a business like they have they still try to keep their customers by keeping the prices low. Volume and making the quality better and better. That’s what gives word of mouth and trust.
@MrScubajsb
@MrScubajsb 2 жыл бұрын
My dad does scrap cars. He buys this winch and gets the warranty. I think the warranty is an extra $100. He uses the thing often and pretty rough on it. Lasts about 2 years, according to him. Take it back, get a new one, only pay the $100 for the warranty again. Is that a good deal? Good long does the warn last? By the time you go through a few of these would the warn outlast them and be a better deal? He also loves the wireless, it works better than you think. But having the back up to plug it in is a win for sure
@michaelcostello280
@michaelcostello280 3 жыл бұрын
I own this winch, bought it for $375 on New Years Eve. Went wheeling with it New Year's Day, and totally submerged front end in icy water while fording with no problems. I have used it 3 times in two months and I am very happy with it. Everything that it came with was excellent quality, and it is also very well packaged.
@Al-ix5um
@Al-ix5um 3 жыл бұрын
So you actually tested it and this guy never even installed it. You should've gotten the free one.
@ifyoutip
@ifyoutip 3 жыл бұрын
Mine is from HF when they first came out and I abused it and it works well yet. Used it to pull silo unloaders to stuck trucks.
@stopcommunism9224
@stopcommunism9224 2 жыл бұрын
@@Al-ix5um right lol. I just made a similar comment about lack of actually reviewing it.
@RealJeep
@RealJeep 2 жыл бұрын
The CCP thanks you for your purchase comrade.
@jayscott1380
@jayscott1380 Жыл бұрын
​@@RealJeepWarn winches are made in China too. Hate to burst your bubble.
@StacyClark73
@StacyClark73 3 жыл бұрын
Bought my sons one of these for their trailer as a Christmas gift. They are loving it!
@hkguitar1984
@hkguitar1984 3 жыл бұрын
I would imagine that vinyl control cable will be as stiff as a coat-hanger in sub-zero temps.
@michaelsmith8295
@michaelsmith8295 3 жыл бұрын
It actually stays quite flexible and isn't as cold or dangerous to hands from splintering.
@FYMFTP
@FYMFTP 2 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight has really stepped their game up over the past few years. They have lots of good quality stuff now, and most of it comes with an unconditional warranty, so if it does break you can return it, no questions asked.
@alteregos8949
@alteregos8949 3 жыл бұрын
Jeezus how many times must you turn the box over and around and around before just cutting the top open and pulling the winch out? 🤣
@jackhenry290
@jackhenry290 3 жыл бұрын
All we use at coal mine now is synthetic rope. It is incredible and if it breaks it can be woven back together for quick repair. I love the synthetic
@Sleepdroidstudios
@Sleepdroidstudios 3 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight is certainly hit or miss. They have some terrible stuff, but they also have some stuff that I absolutely LOVE. As long as your careful, you can get some truly great stuff there. I have some small f-clamps that I love. My 12" disc sander is great. I got the big dust collector and swapped out the impeller blades and mounted it to a cyclone. It's great. I love the big floor jack I got too.
@heatshield
@heatshield 3 жыл бұрын
If you know what you're looking at, HF has some gems. If you know your materials, it can be like finding prime rib at sirloin prices instead of hotdogs at hotdog prices.
@kngshzt5308
@kngshzt5308 3 жыл бұрын
Torque wrench
@SonOfPatriots
@SonOfPatriots 3 жыл бұрын
I bought a Chicago Electric hammer drill from there that honestly lasted less than an hour. Started smoking and burned out the motor. Their clamps are a steal of a bargain. Use them for woodworking and they're awesome
@alant5757
@alant5757 3 жыл бұрын
Yep... sometimes hit & miss. We bought an 8700 watt Predator (Harbor Freight) generator and couldn’t be happier with the product and price. I hadn’t started it in a year and it started up on the first pull. The same generator is twice the price everywhere else. But I remember needing hole saws once on a job.... because I left mine at home.... bought a cheap set at HF and some were literally oblong. Haha
@devinm9245
@devinm9245 3 жыл бұрын
no doubt within the last year i bought a No.4 plane that they let me return because of the crack built into the shoe and my first 10" drill press that was 10% cheaper than the same model at lowes.
@outdoorzone
@outdoorzone 3 жыл бұрын
Actually when harbor freight began they had no retail stores they had a semi tractor trailer that traveled all over and the trailer was the mobile store! I shopped in one several times in my area! But they have came a long way especially in selection and quality!! They are definitely worth trying!
@mikeycrabtree123
@mikeycrabtree123 2 жыл бұрын
The wireless option is a nice safety feature if you think about it. Makes it easier to stand in a safe location & still efficiently operate the winch.
@Manuel-hv3jz
@Manuel-hv3jz 3 жыл бұрын
Little inside baseball. Warn and Badlands sometimes use the same manufacturer in China for their winches. I have been to their factory
@Original_Old_Farmer
@Original_Old_Farmer 3 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight has been adding commercial grade lines to their inventory. Such as the Earthquake 1/2 inch composite air impact wrench is a higher quality than the Snap-on version. The Hercules 12 inch miter saw is becoming the job site replacement. With the extended warranty a contractor can take it to the store and walk out with a new one. It is slowly replacing the Dewalt miter saw for dependability and quick turn around if there is an issue. This is not a paid endorsement. I have these tools and use them.
@jtr82369
@jtr82369 3 жыл бұрын
HF has come a really long way, I’ve had great experiences with their inverter generators, air compressors, jacks, & even their entry level mig welders. Hand tools have been hit & miss but def 10 times better then 10 years ago. Though their coupons are useless now & their prices have jumped up.
@lisaduncan8888
@lisaduncan8888 2 жыл бұрын
Yep. Useless coupons for sure.
@robertpothier1861
@robertpothier1861 3 жыл бұрын
"A very handsome, good looking wench" was my nickname in high school.
@MrGtownjake
@MrGtownjake 3 жыл бұрын
Alright, you win first laugh of the day from me.
@spencermorrow2899
@spencermorrow2899 3 жыл бұрын
It’s winch Not wench
@robertpothier1861
@robertpothier1861 3 жыл бұрын
@@spencermorrow2899 I know but I've noticed that he sometimes pronounces it like wench, so I've been waiting for a quotable moment.
@jdelbrid
@jdelbrid 3 жыл бұрын
@@spencermorrow2899 I'm glad you cleared that up. I was just thinking that $1,700 was awfully steep for a "worn wench". 🤠
@justinl9677
@justinl9677 3 жыл бұрын
@@jdelbrid I've got one of those ill sell ya for dirt cheap...you gotta remember to feed her semi-regular though...
@Penny_Pincher_Outdoors
@Penny_Pincher_Outdoors 3 жыл бұрын
When you get sand and dirt in the synthetic line it can abrade and cut the fibers in the rope. It is imperative to keep it clean, wash with warm soapy water and let air dry when it gets soiled.
@UBBERTANKER
@UBBERTANKER 3 жыл бұрын
i love most of my harbor freight stuff and i use it every day as a mechanic. I have a couple of ratchets, tool cart, floor jack and some of the big wrenches that i dont use often. I can honestly say i have never been dissapointed. Yes its not as nice but it does the job very well considering the price
@lukedog7028
@lukedog7028 3 жыл бұрын
Give it to some farmers, rock climbers and when they get done with it let us know. Looking at a winch means almost nothing. Testing it in real world situations is where the fizz is.
@Deltathegoldenretriever
@Deltathegoldenretriever 3 жыл бұрын
I had a warn and it wasn’t nearly as reliable as the 12,000lbs badland winch I have had for the last two years
@ken85225
@ken85225 3 жыл бұрын
Except for corrosion to the internals, I think Warn also had some pretty crappy solenoids. Seems like one of my old Warns had sticking solenoids....but this was way back in 1990ish years. Great presentation👍👍
@MaximGhost
@MaximGhost 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing out of Harbor Freight is meant to be commercial rated. This is more for weekend off-roaders and hobby ranchers who subscribe to "better to have it and not need it then need it and not have it" who can easily shell out $600 for one and maybe another $600 for a back-up.
@dylantheshotgunner5136
@dylantheshotgunner5136 3 жыл бұрын
@@MaximGhost lol their 20v 1/2 impact wrenches are pretty good. It’s done way more on my farm than I ever thought it would
@MaximGhost
@MaximGhost 3 жыл бұрын
@@dylantheshotgunner5136 I have nothing against Harbor Freight ... I think they do an awesome job of trying to get affordable products to consumers not wanting to overspend for the best. My problem is with people, like the original poster, who insist that every product out there be commercially rated when the target market obviously are common consumers who are willing to pay a fraction of the price to get what they want to satisfy their most basic needs at home, their small ranch, or their small farm.
@papajon-1000
@papajon-1000 3 жыл бұрын
W- “ I would love to compare high quality jacks vs snap on.” Me- laughs in Daytona
@benfeld4058
@benfeld4058 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite part is that Harbor Freight basically admitted the rest of their winches are garbage. "We actually have one that's good".
@samuelyoung2671
@samuelyoung2671 3 жыл бұрын
They have alot of low end stuff... priced as such. No shame in knowing what u are.
@axeman33333
@axeman33333 3 жыл бұрын
Got one on my Polaris ranger that’s as functional as any warn I’ve ever owned(3)
@LTUSATV
@LTUSATV Жыл бұрын
That mounting plate aI believe is for the solenoid (top portion of winch) if there is not room where the winch is being mounted to mount it elsewhere.
@lemix69
@lemix69 3 жыл бұрын
I have bought a lot of junk from harbor freight, but they have been producing some quality tools lately that have just blown me away, their Bauer line for instance, I have Bauer cordless drills, a demolition hammer that would stack up against any mid to heavy duty demo hammers, I recently purchased a fortress 10 gallon Compressor that I needed at least 4.1cfm @ 90 psi for my plasma cutter, this is 4.3cfm @ 90 PSI and it's 175 psi max and very quiet. Now there are some things I just wouldn't buy from Harbor Freight because of the quality, but that is becoming less and less an issue. Great video buy the way, I would be very interested in knowing how the test of this wench went. How does it stack up in operation. 🖖😎⚒
@chrisfox3646
@chrisfox3646 3 жыл бұрын
Lots of division in the 4x4 community over this winch. Warn loyalists hate it. Low budget guys are warming up to it. There is also a rumor, the inner parts of the Apex is Warn. I havent seen a review yet where its been broken. Most guys arent working it very hard.
@nyurgunbilyukin7351
@nyurgunbilyukin7351 3 жыл бұрын
"Warn loyalists hate it" - that's probably the best ad for HF
@jonniessink1
@jonniessink1 3 жыл бұрын
Warn owner's are just mad b/c they spen $1,800 instead of $700
@ryanmartinage
@ryanmartinage 3 жыл бұрын
Ive ran one on my Jeeps for years. Just make sure to read the manual and understand the rated duty cycle. They've always been reliable for me and a family friend who has 2 on each of their flatbed tow trucks.
@lukemc5800
@lukemc5800 3 жыл бұрын
Be interested to see a tear down to see quality of internals. A nice casing of good and all but the real quality is in the gearing and motor.
@larryrivers2752
@larryrivers2752 3 жыл бұрын
I used to use Ramseys' winches and Warren locking hubs ( trucks & cars ) in the towing business. Both very tough equipment.
@wvjeepguy8178
@wvjeepguy8178 2 жыл бұрын
The Warn VR winches, which start at around $600, do come with a wireless remote.
@silverjack6752
@silverjack6752 3 жыл бұрын
“If you were offered a new bandlands wench, would you take it? Yeah so sit down and shut up.” Ha gotta love the gut check. Great content
@BadUncleIke
@BadUncleIke 3 жыл бұрын
My impression is if a hard core wheeler could get even three or four seasons for less than $600 then that is a real bargain.
@BH-rx3ue
@BH-rx3ue 3 жыл бұрын
I can't believe people get stuff like this for free, well, free except the thousands of hours of hard work and dedication to creating high quality youtube content that has built up a wide audience and influence.
@paulmurgatroyd6372
@paulmurgatroyd6372 3 жыл бұрын
It's so true, I never get sent anything because I don't make videos and no one knows who I am. There's definitely a link... 🤣
@dwoodog
@dwoodog 3 жыл бұрын
Free!!!! I'm lucky if what I buy is on sale. That's why I never loan out my tools, or sell anything. I paid too damn much for them.
@johnnnny
@johnnnny 3 жыл бұрын
Free, except for the advertising they get from this. ;)
@yesac101
@yesac101 3 жыл бұрын
@@paulmurgatroyd6372 i get free stuff through amazon for reviewing a lot stuff company's send me different stuff to try i dont even write detailed review just a quick honest opinion
@BH-rx3ue
@BH-rx3ue 3 жыл бұрын
@@johnnnny well, that part is free for Walmart IF Cody thinks it;s good enough to put a video up about it.
@shawnbupp868
@shawnbupp868 3 жыл бұрын
I’d like to see how it actually performs. The water rating is doubtful. I know many Chinese items say they meet a certain criteria when they actually don’t. For example, many of their rechargeable batteries do not have advertised capacity. It would be nice to see how this winch holds up with actual use and a pressure washer.
@Gunalizer
@Gunalizer 2 жыл бұрын
Matt's Off Road Recovery here on KZbin uses them. Having said that I'd still rather have a Warn.
@MonteGibson2113
@MonteGibson2113 2 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight has no choice but to more closely adhere to American expectations for American retailers as opposed to Chinese companies with no American intermediary.
@thegoldenflare3199
@thegoldenflare3199 2 жыл бұрын
@@MonteGibson2113 lol I can’t believe people really put shitty wholesale parts off aliexpress and harbor freight on the same level. Like whaaaaat a company operating in the United States with hundreds of retail locations *cant* just blatantly lie like some random guy in China???? That’s craaaaaaaazy
@billwilson3665
@billwilson3665 3 жыл бұрын
Wireless is nice to use while steering a car onto a trailer.
@gimzoguy5014
@gimzoguy5014 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah its nice to be able to close the door while winching if you don't want the window open
@jnicksnewstart
@jnicksnewstart 3 жыл бұрын
Makes it a lot easier and safer to put a large or full dressed motorcycle on a trailer when you're doing it by yourself as well.
@cruzmissile25
@cruzmissile25 3 жыл бұрын
That's a good point 🤔
@baileymoyer9777
@baileymoyer9777 3 жыл бұрын
As someone who worked at harbor freight a few months ago I can confirm that nowadays they make some really good tools and in some cases tools even better than your snap on tools.
@michaellogan623
@michaellogan623 3 жыл бұрын
I haven't watched cody in a while, so I forgot how straight forward he is, and how little he cares about peoples feelings. And I absolutely love it
@SouthWestIron
@SouthWestIron 3 жыл бұрын
Straight shooter for sure. I think more than anything he gets tired of the negativity and unwarranted criticism so prevalent today.
@lbranco93
@lbranco93 3 жыл бұрын
@@SouthWestIron I mean, there's comments criticizing every word he says
@eddie10191
@eddie10191 2 жыл бұрын
They call that honesty.
@cranesfc
@cranesfc 3 жыл бұрын
“Yes you would, now sit down and shut up”. That’s how you handle the negative Nellies on social media. Priceless!
@petercraw8188
@petercraw8188 2 жыл бұрын
Another excellent, informative review by a guy that’s been there and knows what to look for. Thanks Cody. It’s been in the mid nineties for the last couple weeks, here in New Hampshire. Looking forward to cool fall days when I can wear my Filson vest again. Thanks for the tip.
@mikesand8136
@mikesand8136 Жыл бұрын
Our VFD bought 3 of these winches in SD and use them a lot. We have 1 paved road in 256 square miles. Winters are harsh and they pull cars out, trees over etc. Bought all theee for price of 1 Warn. We use HF Predator (Honda knock off) motors as well .
@Jnes01
@Jnes01 3 жыл бұрын
WARN provides a lifetime warranty for materials and defects in their winches and a 7 year warranty on the electrical components. The harbor freight winch has a 90 day warranty on everything.
@Tedybear315
@Tedybear315 3 жыл бұрын
So spend a few more bucks and get the extended warranty for another 1-2 years. Which includes a 1 time free exchange during that time period.
@brentellefson1804
@brentellefson1804 3 жыл бұрын
Cody, do you ever shop Northern Tool + Equipment? Family-owned business with a great variety of all the stuff you'd ever want (and need) for the homestead!
@cooperjohn86
@cooperjohn86 3 жыл бұрын
I’m not a fan of logos all over either. On the aluminum piece, fill the recessed letters with Bondo, sand it smooth, and give the whole piece a few coats of bright colored epoxy paint. Winner winner.
@concretesailors
@concretesailors 3 жыл бұрын
Heard of a guy who made a car dealership remove their logo from his truck. Allegedly, the customer told the dealership he didn't spend 50k on a new truck to advertise the dealership. I say bravo!
@JM-yx1lm
@JM-yx1lm 3 жыл бұрын
Personally I would just take a Sanderson grinder and just remove the logo that way
@cooperjohn86
@cooperjohn86 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a fairly deep inset on the letters. You’d grind the thing down to a nub.
@bernietoth
@bernietoth 2 жыл бұрын
Wranglerstar is the type of guy to do woodworking barefoot but pretty serious gloves to unbox a winch
@SkitzerPoindexter
@SkitzerPoindexter 3 жыл бұрын
I've got Harbor Freight's aftermarket wireless kit that I use with one of their 5000 lb. winches. It's worked flawlessly for about 3 years and it's still on its first remote battery. I love that I can sit in a dead car and steer it into my shop as I winch it in.
@jasonjones8492
@jasonjones8492 3 жыл бұрын
"Of course you would so sit down and shut up"!😂 LMAO 😂
@amricke
@amricke 3 жыл бұрын
I hear ya, man. Harbor “Fright” seems to have really stepped up their game these last couple of years. Now it’s time to see how it performs. I look forward to your review 2-6 months from now.
@magniac3955
@magniac3955 2 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight has come a LONG way. I just exchanged a set ratchet wrenches, and it was just like walking into sears. They said go grab another set of them sign here and walked out, and no questions asked.
@kyleshelton1636
@kyleshelton1636 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU for calling the line wire rope! I spent ten years in towing, and that was DRILLED into our heads!
@joracer1
@joracer1 3 жыл бұрын
If you are going to just look at the winch like most people do, then it's just as good as any of them. I know a guy that bought one a few years back, he hasn't used it yet. They should make just a look a like winch like as in fake. Sell it for $50... they would sell like hot cakes...
@dienekes4364
@dienekes4364 3 жыл бұрын
I'm probably never going to use one when I buy it, but it's about peace of mind, knowing I have it if I need it. Just because you don't use it, doesn't mean you will never need it. Better safe than sorry. I take it you were never a boy scout.
@miltondejesus2076
@miltondejesus2076 3 жыл бұрын
They actually do make a fake winch for a truck :(
@luemas3219
@luemas3219 3 жыл бұрын
It would be perfect for the brodozers!
@dienekes4364
@dienekes4364 3 жыл бұрын
@@miltondejesus2076 Just bizarre!
@justinl9677
@justinl9677 3 жыл бұрын
@@miltondejesus2076 they sure do. I put one on my bicycle
@jackwitt8713
@jackwitt8713 3 жыл бұрын
If people buy offshore products,even at the deep discounted prices that they sell for,then they are sending money to countries that don’t necessarily have Americas best interests at heart. Buy American,support the economy here!
@rickbrockthedog8017
@rickbrockthedog8017 3 жыл бұрын
Please buy USA made whenever possible. I truly think we need to support our workers every chance we get.
@littlejackalo5326
@littlejackalo5326 3 жыл бұрын
What? You don't like supporting countries that are outspoken enemies of the US? You don't like supporting countries that are actively engaged in ethnic cleansing and concentration camps? Crazy. LOL
@ericlee8231
@ericlee8231 3 жыл бұрын
Whatever device you all typed this on was not made in America. Buying completely American is just not possible.
@Bredddi
@Bredddi 3 жыл бұрын
@@ericlee8231 Americans don’t make as much stuff as we used to. We design it all and then have less developed countries make it for us. I’m all for manufacturing growth here in the USA, but that doesn’t change the fact that the worlds largest super power will increasingly use the rest of the world to make its stuff. As tradesmen demand higher and higher comp, companies simply cannot compete with the foreign alternative. I am not going to pay 5x the price id the quality is decent.
@rickbrockthedog8017
@rickbrockthedog8017 3 жыл бұрын
@@ericlee8231 You are right. And I have changed my original response. Thank you.
@kchase82nd1
@kchase82nd1 3 жыл бұрын
I’m in the trades, HF has come a country mile lately. They have some items that’s are top notch. Floor jacks, a compressor, winches, etc.
@Superfizzo
@Superfizzo Жыл бұрын
I'm sure you know by now, but all that extra wiring and connectors and the plastic box you weren't sure what it was for a control box relocation option so that you can pull it off the top of the winch into a more protected area or to another area where you have more space to mount it.
@OtterCreekFarm
@OtterCreekFarm Жыл бұрын
I recently found the Sherp 4x4 winch. They are more than a Badland but less than a Warn. They soaked a winch under salt water for 4 weeks and it still ran like a champ. The video is on KZbin. It is just another option on the price scale.
@jasonrobertson5705
@jasonrobertson5705 3 жыл бұрын
I would install one as a secondary or trailer mount however when I’m in the bush with my rig there will only be tried and true warn on my vehicles. If they fail it’s on me. Bless you and your family thanks for the great content.
@RDFAIXAAZUL
@RDFAIXAAZUL 3 жыл бұрын
Great review video and free is free. I still spent my money on the mostly made in America Warn and Vehicles. Before any comments I know a lot of electronics still come from China but Warren is higher in American workers to assemble it and put it together here in America. Hiring American workers. Yes I also get it harbor freight hires a lot of American workers also. Everyone has a right to spend their hard earned money where they want to. God bless America
@OvertonWindex
@OvertonWindex 3 жыл бұрын
They're loss leaders. Be careful with assuming a bunch of things are good there.
@ktkace
@ktkace 3 жыл бұрын
This
@jwgbmp40
@jwgbmp40 2 жыл бұрын
many "American" companies hide behind "American designed" nowadays.. all the while still manufacturing overseas.. I look at it like this, After 30 yrs in the US car industry and numerous concessions made for "value added" (corporate profit margins), I have adopted a "value added" approach to my pocket book as well.. nice winch, nice review.
@perrysmith6872
@perrysmith6872 3 жыл бұрын
12000 lb winch, how many ld is the synthetic rope ? Does it come with a tiny snatch block ? I assume it has free spool . Does it have variable speeds n and out ? Is there a warranty ? I'm guilty of buying from harbor freight n the past, I find myself thinking about my country and fellow Americans ... Thank U for the video ..
@WDCallahan
@WDCallahan 3 жыл бұрын
Beware, Cody! It is admirable to wish to get rid of the KZbin ads. But the truth is, if you turn those off, YOU WILL LOSE THE ALGORITHM. KZbin gets a cut of their ads, not your sponsor.
@LemonySnicket-EUC
@LemonySnicket-EUC 3 жыл бұрын
The more thumbs up the better. Don't forget to 'like' videos.
@anthonygendron9737
@anthonygendron9737 3 жыл бұрын
It’s funny this came up on my KZbin to watch. I pulled 3 trucks out of the mud last night with my Harbor Freight wench.
@andrewk8636
@andrewk8636 3 жыл бұрын
I pulled like 15 cars out with a recovery rope when it snowed here. The winch was for when I got myself stuck 3 times lol
@cheesyascot
@cheesyascot 3 жыл бұрын
Look at that drop dead sexy gladiator. Yours?
@Kinotaurus
@Kinotaurus 3 жыл бұрын
Big tech is watching you. Recently I was on a train having a conversation with the wife about a Thai green curry for dinner, and lo and behold we get home, I log into FB and what do I see... adverts for Thai green curry sauce.
@HitLeftistsWithHammers
@HitLeftistsWithHammers 3 жыл бұрын
@@Kinotaurus long been known fact.
@Keldren.
@Keldren. 3 жыл бұрын
"The only thing with synthetic is that it is more fragile" - stabs repeatedly with knife for emphasis🤣
@tearl5676
@tearl5676 3 жыл бұрын
Wondered if I was the only one that noticed that.
@johnj2941
@johnj2941 3 жыл бұрын
@@tearl5676 hey tearl, was it just me, or did he say "i know all about winches" then a few seconds later put the hook strap on backwards?
@BenSchoolcraft
@BenSchoolcraft 3 жыл бұрын
@@orion7741 It is pretty obvious that a synthetic cable compared to metal cable has nothing to do with synthetic oil compared to conventional oil.
@jacuzzibusguy
@jacuzzibusguy 3 жыл бұрын
Probably an unpopular opinion, but I prefer steel Cable over synthetic rope. The fragility of synthetic rope has caused my friends to have them Break. None of the people I wheel with have broken a steel winch line. Off road is too unpredictable and sometimes when pulling the line scrapes a rock or the earth, and the synthetic lines can not tolerate this. I for one will continue to use winch line that requires me to wear gloves when handling it.
@cajunrando2556
@cajunrando2556 3 жыл бұрын
@@jacuzzibusguy the nylon sleeve her dismisses on there is great over obstacles. Ive had the same synthetic line for years. Biggest enemy is the sun. Use the nylon wrap to completely cover the cable and it'll shield it from the sun.
@TIREDOFEVIL
@TIREDOFEVIL 2 жыл бұрын
I have this unit which I mounted on my equipment/car hauler trailer. It pulls everything so far that I have loaded on the trailer. Did change the cabling around so that anyone can use their vehicle as the power source, so far, no complaints from me.
@jefferyshall
@jefferyshall Жыл бұрын
That remote is water proof. The extra mounting plates are so if you want to move the control unit from the top to somewhere else. They really thought of everything and included it all. Three different lengths of cables to go to the battery as well. Can’t wait to see the testing.
@scrappyhustler7467
@scrappyhustler7467 3 жыл бұрын
I'd really like to see solder joints and the internals the actual planatary and motor and compare those to warn!
@megadawg342
@megadawg342 3 жыл бұрын
yeah. like I said...." Nylon Gears?" But,.... no, it's really well made. One of those deals.
@highstepperARF
@highstepperARF 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t like wireless remotes. Two points of failure: batteries and losing it.
@brainattackmaniack
@brainattackmaniack 3 жыл бұрын
Dropping in water or it getting water in it if raining
@MegaDirtyberty
@MegaDirtyberty 3 жыл бұрын
@@brainattackmaniack I watched another review of these winches and the guy deliberately dropped the remote in a puddle, fished it out and it still worked.
@danielkinsler46
@danielkinsler46 3 жыл бұрын
And it has the ability to hook it up with a cable that is included.
@aylarivers7653
@aylarivers7653 3 жыл бұрын
@@MegaDirtyberty I wonder how cheap is a spare remote .mcuz the batteries would be easy to store
@MegaDirtyberty
@MegaDirtyberty 3 жыл бұрын
@@aylarivers7653 Or if they can be bought separately as a spare
@stlpro2a386
@stlpro2a386 Жыл бұрын
That sheath on the rope is a rub protector for going over contact points...slides along rope to rub point.
@butziporsche8646
@butziporsche8646 Жыл бұрын
In the Maritime Industry we refer to that as "Chafing Gear".
@dandahermitseals5582
@dandahermitseals5582 Жыл бұрын
Is this just an unboxing or are you planning to demonstrate n test it? I just bought a 13000 lb winch that looks exactly like it but better build quality. I paid $361 for it. It's a beast. I was a hold out for nylon line but decided to check it out. Dandahermit
@fiveninecummins7768
@fiveninecummins7768 3 жыл бұрын
I bought one of those compressors with the 23hp Predator motor and I haven't had any trouble out of it. I bought it 4 years ago and it still fires right up..
@jogahi1
@jogahi1 3 жыл бұрын
The reason why there is no over ride on the winch is because they don't want you losing your head if the cable snaps and your standing in front of the winch.
@frankdelucey2137
@frankdelucey2137 3 жыл бұрын
Pokes at synthetic line with sharp knife 😲
@dtq7388
@dtq7388 3 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight quality has greatly improved lately! They still have some of the 1 project tools but their Icon line is a Snap On killer!
@jkirkland153
@jkirkland153 2 жыл бұрын
I used to move Mobile Homes, sometimes we needed a winch. Harbor Freight was the go to. They never lasted more than a few applications. We sometimes need other things, occasionally we would stumble across new generators or other equipment that was actually good. Until it broke ,got damaged , stolen. Equipment available a year later would look the same but would have inferior internal components. We always found the solenoids to be the Achilles heel on the winches and couldn't be repaired or replaced but could some times be jerry-rigged for a few extra jobs. They wouldn't last through Mississippi or Alabama Deer seasons when they were mounted on our offroad vehicles.
@miket0210
@miket0210 3 жыл бұрын
I have had the badlands 12000 for almost a year and have used it in numerous applications from loading an Ambulance on my gooseneck to pulling my truck and trailer (empty) out after getting stuck. The only thing that I have seen with the winch is the decals fading after time. Besides that, it has worked and worked well every time I have needed it. The wireless remote is really nice when I am using it in my trailer application that way I can move around and watch the load while I am in the process of pulling it up.
@kfouts2
@kfouts2 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe it's time for winch wars? Attach the Warn to an unmovable object and the Harbor Freight to an unstoppable force, turn them on and see which one catches fire first!
@carlzirk
@carlzirk 3 жыл бұрын
Hook them to each other would be wild.
@normmuelleman2570
@normmuelleman2570 3 жыл бұрын
Im going to suggest this to the guy that has Project Farm channel. He does tests like this.
@carlzirk
@carlzirk 3 жыл бұрын
@@normmuelleman2570 Good idea
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