Trailer Winch Recommendation for 2003 Bayliner 24 ft

Question:

What size winch do I need for a 2003 Bayliner , HARD TOP, I/O, 24foot long

asked by: George

Expert Reply:

From the research I did on your boat it looks like it weighs 5,304 lbs but since you didn't list which model you have that may be inaccurate. From what I found the 24 foot long Bayliner made in your year was the 2455 Ciera.

Generally when picking out a winch for a boat trailer the ratio is 2 to 1 meaning you would need a winch with roughly half the capacity as the weight of the boat. With good rollers and a short winching distance the ratio increases to 3 to 1, but with long winching distances and wooden bunks like what you currently have the ratio is 1 to 1.

The Dutton Lainson part # DL15440 is a very popular option with a 3,200 lb capacity that would work well. Then for a cable we have the part # DL24104.

expert reply by: Jameson C