opinions on a winch

I don't know much about winches, or what's a good deal, but here's the info on this one if it'll help someone else answer your question:

Premium Series: M8274-50

M8274-50 SELF-RECOVERY WINCH
Loved by off-roaders who compete, the WARN M8274-50 is one of our fastest winches. No load retrieval speed is 73.4 feet per minute. At 150 feet of 5/16" cable, it also has a very long line capacity. Its unique spur-gear drive train and upright design are totally rugged and its braking system delivers smooth operation with superior heat dissipation. Roller fairlead, remote control on 12-ft. lead, free spool clutch and battery cables are included

M8274-50 SPECS/PART NUMBERS
Part Numbers: PN 38631 (12V DC, CE), PN 375832 (24V DC, CE)
Rated Line Pull: 8000 lbs. (3630 kgs.) single-line
Motor: 12V 4.6 hp/3.43kw, 24V 2.5 hp/3.43kw, Series WoundTM
Remote Control: Remote switch, 12' (3.7m) lead
Geartrain: Spur Gear
Gear Ratio: 134:1
Lubrication: 6 oz. SAE 30 (non-detergent)
Clutch (freespooling): Sliding Motor Pinion Gear
Brake: Automatic, disc type
Drum Diameter/Length: 3.5"/8.5" (9cm/22cm)
Weight: 110 lbs. (50 kgs.)
Wire Rope: 150', 5/16" diameter (46m, 8mm diam.)
Fairlead: Roller
Recommended Battery: 650 CCA for winching
Battery Leads: 2 gauge, 72" (1.83m)
Finish: Argent Gray Powder Coat with Clear Coat
Nuts: PN 7616, L/W: PN 2146
Bolts: PN 7165
CE Winches: CE products are designed to meet European Standards. CE winches include CE labels, manuals, roller fairlead, safety hook and thimble.

Any other info can be found on Warn's Website

Looks like it goes for over $1K new on the sites I saw.

Quote from "Falcon"

i don't know much about winches, but if its only $150 and a brand new one is $1000. the first thing that pops in my mind is why is this person selling? is there anything wrong with it? have you seen it work (ie winched someone out of a problem) sounds like a great deal, just make sure...

...or, is it HOT?

It may be just old and the guy wants to get rid of it. You'd be surprised how many people won't buy something because it isn't NEW.

I'll say this much...8274's tend to be pretty highly regarded, tough and a pretty quick line speed for an older winch. Normally they command pretty decent $$.

--Ian

And, if you need to spend the money on new line and fairlead, you can upgrade to synthentic line.

Yeah what they said. You are raping whoever your buying if from. Those things are highly sought after cause of thier durability strength. They also have gobs of cable. I say get it and laugh all the way home.

Ed (Jealous that he is unemployed and doesnt have a winch)

That's a great price, if you don't buy it I will (and resell it on ebay for big profit!). That winch has been in production for a long time, but I hear it holds up well, even if it's an older one. I think Don (jump150) has one on his flattie...

Quote from "cj7taz"

a buddy of mine has it. he bought

You failed to mention his name, and maybe an email address or phone number.

Quote from "cj7taz"

nice.........

his name is Donald Duck...........lol

Your getting a Mickey Mouse winch? :question:

I've read where the 12000 pound Mile Marker winches are comparable to the 8274 Warns, in terms of line speed. I don't think they are much more expensive either. I haven't priced any since it isn't in my immediate future.