I really prefer the synthetic ropes to the wire ropes, especially as I have witnessed some NASTY wire rope snaps, etc.

Have you considered contacting Warn about a warranty repair?

Nothing to lose?


Plan C - Add some real front recovery points so the winch itself is not all you have. I realize that's tough, as the ARB only has the fake recovery points ("Winch Hook Hangers"), and people who have mistakenly used them for recovery have seen them rip right out, etc.

This will also facilitate doubling the line, etc, to increase pulling power, etc.


Plan B -

I have had a Warn 9.5xp for many years now, with synthetic line, and its been a beast, never a hiccup...and its seen its share of CONSTANT use. (I have buddies who, um, like to test their limits...yeah, its mostly for my FRIENDS...)



Did you have a budget?