Winch Cable attachment to drum

[kaiser715]

I got a used Warn winch. The eyelet (like electrical terminal) where it attaches to the drum is torn up (eye ripped open).

What's the best way to replace this? Can you use a heavy electrical ring terminal (that's all this looks like, in copper)?

Thanks,

[airborne]

Can you weld it back shut? Maybe find a supply co. that handles lifting supplies? You shouldn't need it for anything other than holding the cable to start it on the drum right? .02.

[gimpyrobb]

D.P., got any pics? If its made of copper, you should be able to fix it.

[mthomsen]

On my warn 12,000 winch, I had the same problem. I found some small tube that just fit over the winch cable, then welded it the the cable. Then I cut off about 1 1/2 past the end of the cable off, and smashed it in a vise, and drilled a hole for the bolt. Worked wonderfully.

[mgmorrison]

Why are you guys making this so complicated? Go buy a lug end for a battery cable, crimp it on and go. The end does NOT serve any purpose other than to help you start to spool the cable.

Martin

[Binford]

Provided the winch is being used by someone who doesn't think all he needs is a wrap or two on the drum!

[gimpyrobb]

I didn't put 2 and 2 together DP. Get anymore of them?

[kaiser715]

No, Chris, I just got the one that trip, still have you in mind, though. I got a good one, the remainders were not in good shape, even for that $$. He is getting more in soon, and is supposed to call me. I'll let you know when I hear from him....i'll probably pick up a few myself for trading stock.