General questions and answers about winches What is the best way to maintain my winch? You should keep the winch points lubricated and inspect the mounts, pulleys, strapes and clevis pins regularly for any signs of damage, fatigue or rust. Be sure to include an inspection of the remote control lead and electrical system looking for damage and chaffed insulation. Be sure terminals are free of corrosion and fitting tightly. A good idea is to unspool the cable after each outing looking for kinks, frays or any damage. Always lubricate the cable and chain before storing away until the next use. |