Review of Jif Marine Trailer Winch - 2-Speed 3,200 lb Boat Trailer Winch - 315-W3200D Video

Yes, the strap on the #315-W3200D can be installed so that it comes from the bottom instead of the top. However, doing so will reverse the switch and the direction you turn the handle for operation. The self-locking mechanism will work either way.…

The 2-Speed Boat Trailer Winch part #315-W3200D is an excellent upgraded 3,200 lb winch for a boat trailer. In regards to mounting, not all winches use the same pattern so you'd need to compare the dimensions in the photo below to what you have…

There are two schools of thought when it comes to determining the correct sized winch for a boat. The first being that the winch should be able to handle 3/4th of the total combined weight of the boat along with the motor, fuel and gear. The second…

The size winch that you will need depends on a couple of different factors. I have included part of our hand winch FAQ below regarding boat winches and have linked the FAQ article for you to view. Finding the Right Capacity Winch for your Boat…

The brake is strictly an On/Off proposition. When it's in neutral, the strap can be pulled out easily without the handle turning which is a nice feature. In neutral, the strap can be pulled out, but there isn't any sort of a brake.

It is always a good idea to use a winch that is overrated for the purpose you will be using it for. A winch that is used near the bottom end of its capacity will last much longer then a winch used at the top end of its capacity. We do have wire rope…

We do have the Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch #DL15403 which places the handle on the left side. This is a 2-speed winch like the Jif Marine #315-W3200D you found. It is rated for up to 2,500lbs versus the 3,200lbs you found. You will need to add a Strap…

Sounds like a pretty nice beast of a boat you have! I would recommend the Dutton-Lainson Marine Electric Winch #DL25200 for your Sea Ray SLX, because of its 4,000lb capacity. Winch capacities vary depending on the nature of how they will be used.…

The base on 2-Speed Boat Trailer Winch #315-W2500D measures 5-3/4 inches wide by 7-1/8 inches long. This is a very standard size and bolt pattern so it should fit on your trailer easily. I attached a review video for this for you to check out as…

I had the Fulton XLT 2-Speed Trailer Winch #F142425 measured and have a picture included with the corresponding measurements. Red: 2-3/4" Blue: 4-1/8" Green: 5-3/4" Pink: 6-7/8"

I spoke to the manufacturer Jif Marine, they informed me that the 2-Speed Boat Trailer Winch with 20' Strap part #315-W2500D would not be sufficient for a 3,500 - 4,000 lb boat even with bunk boards. The bunk boards are certainly going to help…

When you set up a set of guide ons like the part #CE27640 you wouldn't want them to contact both sides of the boat at the same time. You would want an inch or two of clearance between the boat and the uprights. With the appropriate amount of…