[suv1]

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I first used the trick when I was working, operating Bombardier Muskeg's, similar to this...

I've also used it with a trail groomer that was stuck in a swamp after breaking through the ice.

I used it a bunch of times with my old Nytro, when I was hopelessly stuck, and no amount of digging would get me out.

If you're stuck really bad, and can get out by pulling yourself straight ahead, the rope through the window is a genius trick.

This looks like a "modified" J5?

 

[Newfiebullett]

This looks like a "modified" J5?

That's just a photo I pulled off the internet, but it's not a modifies J5.

The J5 has the drive axle and 3 single wheels per side. A muskeg has the drive axle and 4 double wheels per side. They were available in two different styles, with a center, single seat, just like a J5, or with forward controls, driver on one side, passenger on the other. That opens up the rear of the machine for cargo.

I'm no expert on all the various models, as I used to call the double wheeled, center seat versions "J7's", and I don't know if that was actually a thing. The center control, or side control machines were very, very similar, and extremely capable in soft ground.

 

[groo]

I had my big V800 SWT half way through the ice at 45 degree on a river edge one time. I didn`t think the old trick would work.

It got out of there like nothing....Sometime, you just got to give it a try.

anchor points were about 45degrees off to the side, but maybe I could have run the rope through the bumper if I thought of it. I didn't think of it when I made the post.The tail was buried deep too. I had to more than a bit of digging to attach the winch. Lets just say the winch made it dramatically easier.

 

[tomfor]

I have this warn snowmobile winch and prefer it to mounted winches. I've been able to do some rolling of sleds that were almost impossible to roll upright without it and it will of course pull forward and backward like a mounted winch.

 

[SoloSldr]

Versatile little kit. Just can't forget to leave it in SxS or vice versa ???

 

[groo]

Does doo sell the SE winch and brackets? It's nice how it fits perfectly under the seat. the s

 

[Snow Terror]

They used to at least....

That's what I bought when I picked up my LE. I agree that it tucks away nicely under the seat storage of the XU chassis. Has anyone tried it on the Gen4?

 

[Takman74]

Man alive, I've been snowmobiling for 41 seasons now..... how is it that I've never heard of the mythical track trick!! That's ingenious!!! We have a 2019 EXPY SE that came with the warn winch. It's a little light duty for the big sled. But it's capable with a couple snatch blocks and some rigging. I built an anchor to put through the ice in the winter to winch to getting out of slushy conditions. I added track screws last year and didn't have any trouble. I'll have to try the track trick this winter if I'm fortunate enough to get stuck in slush this upcoming season[emoji16]

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[cabinlab]

[Edit: It looks like these ATV type winches only pull 2-4 feet/min compared to chainsaw winches at 60 feet/min. Probably not what I'm looking for]

I have the HD front and rear bumpers with 2" receivers for my Skandic XU 900 SWT sitting in boxes. The Warn 2500 for the 2" receiver that was available when I purchased my sled isn't in the 2021 parts catalog. I'd probably save money buying it elsewhere without the BRP markup anyway.

100% agree with the consensus on the Masdaam rope puller. I've been dragging that thing around for years in all seasons. So many uses, though that 1/2" rope isn't exactly compact.

Does anyone have experience with that Warn 2500 (or similar)? I'm curious whether a guy could get good use out of it for things like winter logging. For example, moving 20' sections of 18" diameter spruce into position for milling big beams with a chainsaw mill, or to skid out cabin logs. When I've done it in the past it's been without machines, and I'd love to avoid more logging induced sciatica. [emoji38]

 

[Pmaine]

Maasdam rope winch all the way. Great tool and you can make it work for all situations.

 

[stmike]

I bought a champion 3000 at CTC ,fits in the under seat box . Had to buy longer power cables to reach the front and rear .

 

[YKSkandic]

I provided some comments on the 2500 Warn earlier in this thread. Since then, I also picked up a 750LB Warn Drill Winch with synthetic rope. haven't used on the sled yet, bought primarily for pulling the Lund ashore, but been using for fencing and reefing stuff around...pleasantly surprised. very strong, free-wheels well and fits in a small Dewalt Duffle. I suspect a good second winch or light duty unit for the rider committed to other battery operated gear like ice augers and chainsaws. Perhaps quicker to deploy than the 2500 Multipoint, and more handy than the 110V 1000LB Warn Portable, seems more rugged than the 110V Warn too.

 

[cabinlab]

I have the brp - multi-mount 2500 winch... used mostly for pulling a new sauna, logs and one dead polaris, only a couple self rescues which it worked well. very strong.

How has your experience been moving logs with the 2500? If you were going out for a day with logging (for lumber or logs for a small cabin) as your focus, would you rather have something different in roughly the same price range?

I love the idea of the receiver mounted winch, but after seeing the speed specs relative to other options I'm less sure it's the right tool for my logging application. The capstan and chainsaw winches seem more aligned with my use-case, but also a higher price tier.

 

[J. McNugget]

We use this. It doesn't say NO.

 

[YKSkandic]

I think it's fine for moving logs, i just drop, then pull dead standing pine 8-10" at the stump, (12" stump is rare up here). It's strong, the Multi Mount is likely overbuilt, therefore heavy. (but not as heavy as McNuggets, my Land Cruiser carries a winch like that bad-boy ) the rear receiver mount (on Expy, so no front receiver) is also strong. i anchor the front HD Bumper to a tree or ice screw if pulling onto the ice, once sucked up I drag 2-3 log length, top first, to the cabin losing most dead branches along the way. Keep in mind i'm not building cabin... just a seasons firewood with dead wood. To nit pick, the cables are a bit fussy, not sure how mine would stand up under daily use, think all installers do it differently. IMO a over-ride switch right on the winch would be handy so the wired-remote would not be required.Get the synthetic rope, not the cable. IMO that rule always stands.I'm sure like the boys say, there are better options, but its handy with holder. PM me Cabinlab if you want some pix.

 

[Newfiebullett]

We use this. It doesn't say NO.

I don't guess it does! What a brute!

 

[SoloSldr]

My ol 8274 also weighs a pound or two....

 

[Alaska440]

We use this. It doesn't say NO.

WHOA DANG! I'm sure it don't.

 

[stmike]

What are you using to connect or pull from the front ? To get the receiver on the front would cost 824.99 ,way to much $$$$

 

[18000HP]

Just curious...There must be other reasons than being stucked that you guys would carry the extra space, weight and cost $$ of a winch.

Sure make things easier when stucked but with all the tricks we talked about, i personally cannot justify getting one just for that one reason alone.