winch

[wrecker]

Just got home from picking up a winch that was supposed to be an LU-4. Turns out it's a Gama Goat winch. I got a good deal but don't know much about it. What is the rating, etc. Thought someone here would know. Thanks.

 

[frenchman]

depent on wath's there how complete it is and wath condition it is in the grease or rusted pto ? drive shaft ? a picture if possible would help set the price from 200 to 800 dollars
frenchman

 

[Gamagoat1]

The Goat winch is rated a 8000lbs.

 

[popacom]

If it is a winch "KIT"-NOS- the retail value now days is $1200....$1500.00 as the complete kits are not easy to find!!!!!!!! as for take off parts they vary with condition.

Brackets and small parts are hard used,but winches themselves are around. popacom / BILL in KY>

 

[wrecker]

The rating is more what I was looking for. I was hoping it was a little higher for such a large winch. Thanks.

 

[no1_macleod]

what all did you get with it? someone might trade up it to sone thing bigger.

 

[wrecker]

After letting this thing sit for a couple months, I've decided to take a closer look. I need some idea of how it operates. The driveshaft won't turn by hand and there appears to be a selector on the driver's side that won't turn either. I'll see if I can get some pics, but a simple "it should turn by hand" or some other advice will help me determine if I need to open it up or not. Thanks, Bill

 

[rpollitt01]

Any one know where I can get winch parts? Looking for some sort of rebuild/ re seal kit

 

[no1_macleod]

forgot to ask, what where you going to mount the winch on.? A LU-4 goes on a 715 and is alot more beefer than the goat, even though they are rated the same.

 

[wrecker]

Sorry for the long delay. I'm not mounting it on anything, just want to make sure I know what I have before offering it for sale. I don't want to mislead anyone or let go of it for 1/4 it's value either. I am looking for an LU4 for my M715.