how to respool winch & 4x4 winch tips

We show you how to re-spool a winch & explain a few 4x4 general winch tips. To see why this is important watch the video.

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[Mumblix]

I learned this the hard way. Brand new winch, unspooled it, attached it to the tree strap. Start pulling and taking up the slack, the line got nice and taut....and then BZZT, the reel just started merrily spinning away but the line didn't move. All the weight was on the keeper screw instead the drum and it popped out. Had to rely on the kindness of strangers to save my ass. Next day, I did some research and did the tensioned respooling. Used it last Sunday and boom...worked just as advertised. I was able to save my own ass this time.

[thenorthernwill]

As always, thanks for the really high, non-patronising content. Straight up informative channel that is on point. Cheers brother and keep up the great work.

[bradcoffman]

Thanks Ronny for all of your demos on recovery gear. Thanks for all of the extra information on using the tools and equipment plus safety tips. Appreciate it and I will share this with others.

[adamd]

Just bought a new winch today and this vid is by far the easiest to follow and understand now let's find me a tree and get out there.

[clintcotnam]

Thanks Ronny, got my Wrangler 4 years ago, just upgraded her with a bumper and winch, learned a lot from watching your videos! Be safe!

[andrescaloca]

Its incredible how much I've learned watching your videos, keep it up bro!

[michaelcunningham]

Learned about you from Brad at TrailRecon. Glad I did. Great video on winching and I learned some things. Thanks for taking the time to make these.

[Alex.G]

Very well covered. When I worked in a 4wd accessory shop, we had a bloke come back with a winch that wouldn't spool in or out. Turns out he hadn't paid attention to how the cable had spooled on and it had become completely jammed up on one side of the drum!

[NovemberFoxtrotRC]

I need to switch to synthetic winch rope. I wasn't aware that you had to pretension. Good to know for when I end up switching over. Thanks.

[stevehollis]

Been reviewing your vids as I just purchased a new winch (synthetic rope). Good stuff Ronny! Thanks for the straight-forward instruction.

[willscotmont]

I'm new to winching. Thank you for the quality tips.

[andygaras]

never wear board shorts and work boots while winching. if anything happens parametics wont know whether to treat a work related or leisure related injury

[MADMANMUSICINC]

Great info man!  You do a very good service to off roaders keeping them safe and teaching just what they need to know in a fantastic manner!  Only giving good instruction and none of the misinformation that I see on other "off road how to" videos.  I have learned so much from your videos and every time I am out and have the opportunity I share the information with others because we all go out to have fun and get away from the day to day grind,   not to get hurt by doing the thing we love and enjoy!  Thank you very much and cheers from Indiana U.S.A.

[bajsavic]

Great video mate. All your videos are easy to follow, informative and they make sense. Cheers Ronnie

[caddystrophic]

I just wanted to say thanks for all of the helpful videos.

[agonyacres]

So I got a smitty xc20 water proff 10, 000 and I’ve learned so much about winching and recovery just from the manuals out of the box that I now know there is a code of conduct to having a winch

[RiskCapCom]

Hi Ronny, must say thank you for such great and informative videos. I really appreciate it. Well done. I liked and subscribed.

[chicago]

All these vids you make are very informational. Thank you so much

[muzzaball]

Good job Ronny, always enjoy ur vids. Good tips and techs for the new/respool winch, cheers. Oh, and blanket so the rope can be SEEN is great - I always thought about breakage, but that's a good reason to use them. Good on ya mate.

[KLRCoop]

i watch many of your vids and normally always agree but not this time. Yes it is important to have a neat and well wrapped jeep cable but you are a boatload better off dragging the empty vehicle to you instead of being in front of the moving jeep winching in. In my case i use my drive way that has a slight incline and more than 90 feet of length and drag my Son's CRV to me with my vehicle in park and handbrake on at the top of the hill.

Make more videos however, i love them!!!

If you come to the States look me up would love to meet in person.