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Old 02-08-2012, 09:24 AM
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What Winch

I have a new 550 x2 looking to add a winch will a 2500 lbs. be a good size?
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Old 02-08-2012, 11:11 AM
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i put a 2500 r/t warn winch on seems great
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Old 02-08-2012, 11:15 AM
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2500 or a 3000. Either would be a great addition. Going by truck winches. The general rule of thumb is the capacity of your winch should be at least 1.5 times the weight of your vehicle. So you can't lose with that size.
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I have an 850 touring and the 2500lb unit has easly pulled me out of deep mud any time I've asked it to..
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