Recommended Electric Winch for 8,500 Pound Boat

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My boat is 8500lbs. I use rollers on my trailer. I currently own a RC30 power winch but it has quit so I need a new winch. Will your model DL25215 work for me? I am also concerned about the strap as opposed to a cable. I used a snatch block to pull my boat using the RC30 to make it easier on the winch. Is there any way to use a block or would your model be powerful enough without a block.

asked by: Karl L

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Expert Reply:

The Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch # DL25215 referenced in your question is a great choice to replace your RC30 on your boat trailer. This DC -powered electric winch has a load capacity of 3,000 pounds and is rated for boats that weigh up to 9,000 pounds. The spring-loaded clutch lever for releasing the load without power will automatically return to the locked position when released. A wire harness with a 25 foot positive battery wire and 8 foot ground wire is included.

This winch is specifically designed for heavier boats like yours and will have the necessary capacity for your 8,500 pound boat without the need of any additional parts.

I have attached the installation details as well as a short demonstration video on this product for you to check out.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

I understand wanting to have a remote with your marine winch. This Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Trailer Winch #TW4015 is marine grade, has a 1,500 lb capacity and comes with a remote control. Look no further!

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Answer 2

The Dutton Lainson StrongArm Winch part #DL24874 (also known as the SA12000), can have a strap or cable attached to it. What you described is how you would replace the cable with a 2 inch strap for this winch.

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Answer 3

I have some great electric boat trailer winch options for you such as the Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch which is what I recommend. These will need to be rated for about half the weight of the boat, so part #DL25215 for example (full…

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Answer 4

The Dutton-Lanison StrongArm Electric Winch #DL25215 does come in a wire rope version #DL25010. This is not a 110 VAC system unfortunately, but instead uses a 12v DC motor. This winch is rated for a 3,000-lbs load capacity, and also includes a…

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Answer 5

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…

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Answer 6

As long as the winch is rated high enough to for your application it is safe to use. With that being said, if it's over rated that can improve the performance and longevity of the winch itself. For example, if you're always running it at its…

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Answer 7

The 4,800 pound break strength strap that was included with your Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch #DL25215 actually should not need to be replaced. The included strap, like the winch itself, features a working load capacity of 3,000 pounds but…

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Answer 8

The Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch #DL25215 has the control mounted to the side of the winch, but if you get the model #DL25220 it does come with a remote. This is actually the same exact winch just with a remote instead of the control on…

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Answer 9

If the Dutton-Lainson Electrical Quick Connect #DL24086 for your Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Trailer Winch #TW4015 gets wet when launching and loading your boat you should disconnect the circuits to protect them from damage in the water. Since…

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Answer 10

The type of battery you are looking for to use with the Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Trailer Winch #TW4015 is just going to be a 12 volt battery rated for a minimum of 40 amps, and this is going to be a standard vehicle battery. There are so…

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Answer 11

For your 26 foot Sea Ray I recommend the Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch #DL25215. Based on my research your Sea Ray likely weighs around 6,600 pounds, although I do recommend verifying this. The StrongArm works great for boats that weigh up…

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Answer 12

There could be two possible reasons as to why the clutch is not engaging when you are pulling in your boat with the Dutton-Lainson TW4000 StrongArm Electric Winch part #DL25200. The first reason is the simplest to fix and it entails tightening the…

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