How To Mount an Electric Boat Trailer Winch

Question:

i am looking to buy one of your electric boat winches but i do not see how to mount it

asked by: Les H

Expert Reply:

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 selection linked below) can be used on a boat up to 6,000 lbs as it has a 3,000 lb rating. Please note, this is just a general guideline and there are other factors which you can review in the article below if needed.

In regards to mounting the Dutton-Lainson StrongArm Electric Winch, there is usually some sort of winch stand on the front of the trailer next to the bow stop as you can see in the photo attached below. If you don't have one of these you may need to get creative as we don't offer bolt-on, direct fit winch stand options for every trailer but we do have options like the Dutton-Lainson Angle Mounting Plate part # DL24059 which may fit or may be able to be modified for fitment.

expert reply by: Conner L